18681409. THERMOELECTRIC CONVERSION ELEMENT simplified abstract (NITTO DENKO CORPORATION)
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THERMOELECTRIC CONVERSION ELEMENT
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Hirokazu Tanaka of Ibaraki-shi, Osaka (JP)
Yosuke Nakanishi of Ibaraki-shi, Osaka (JP)
Hijiri Tsuruta of Ibaraki-shi, Osaka (JP)
THERMOELECTRIC CONVERSION ELEMENT - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18681409 titled 'THERMOELECTRIC CONVERSION ELEMENT
The abstract of the patent application describes a thermoelectric conversion element consisting of a substrate and magnetic bodies with ferromagnetism or antiferromagnetism, having an internal stress of 900 MPa or less.
- Simplified Explanation:
A thermoelectric conversion element with magnetic bodies on a substrate, exhibiting specific magnetic properties and internal stress levels.
Key Features and Innovation: - Utilizes magnetic bodies with specific properties for thermoelectric conversion. - Internal stress of magnetic bodies is controlled for optimal performance.
Potential Applications: - Energy harvesting from waste heat. - Power generation in remote locations. - Cooling systems in electronic devices.
Problems Solved: - Efficient energy conversion. - Enhanced performance in thermoelectric applications.
Benefits: - Improved energy efficiency. - Reliable power generation. - Compact and versatile design.
Commercial Applications: Thermoelectric generators for IoT devices, automotive applications, and aerospace technology.
Prior Art: Research on magnetic materials for thermoelectric applications, stress management in magnetic bodies.
Frequently Updated Research: Ongoing studies on enhancing the efficiency of thermoelectric conversion elements.
Questions about Thermoelectric Conversion Elements: 1. How does the internal stress of magnetic bodies impact thermoelectric performance? 2. What are the potential challenges in scaling up this technology for industrial applications?
Original Abstract Submitted
A thermoelectric conversion element includes a substrate and magnetic bodies. The magnetic bodies are disposed on the substrate and have ferromagnetism or antiferromagnetism. The magnetic bodies have an internal stress of 900 MPa or less.
