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Performance optimization of Nernst-based thermionic engines
Wei Yan, Minglong Lv, Ousi Pan +3
In this paper, we examine the power and efficiency of the thermionic device utilizing the Nernst effect, with a specific focus on its potential application as an engine. The device…
Optimal neutralization of negative space charges in photon-enhanced thermionic emission devices under bidirectional discharge
Xinqiao Lin, Zhiqiang Fan, Shunjie Zhang +4
In this study, we innovatively modeled photon-enhanced thermionic emission (PETE) devices, incorporating positive ion injection and bidirectional discharge's effects on the space c…
Hot-carrier photocatalysts with energy-selective contacts based on quantum wells and dots
Shuanglong Han, Zhiqiang Fan, Ousi Pan +5
In this paper, we simulate the function of hot-carrier photocatalysts (HCPCs) with quantum well and quantum dot energy-selective contacts (ESCs) in the water-splitting reaction. Th…
The effect of space charge on photon-enhanced thermionic emission in the presence of the bidirectional discharge
Xinqiao Lin, Ousi Pan, Zhimin Yang +3
The bidirectional space charge effects in photon-enhanced thermionic emission (PETE) devices are investigated systematically. First, we precisely determine the carrier concentratio…
Coulomb-coupled quantum-dot thermal transistors
Yanchao Zhang, Zhimin Yang, Xin Zhang +3
A quantum-dot thermal transistor consisting of three Coulomb-coupled quantum dots coupled to respective electronic reservoirs by tunnel contacts is established. The heat flows thro…