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A linear nonequilibrium thermodynamics approach to optimization of thermoelectric devices
H. Ouerdane, C. Goupil, Y. Apertet +2
Improvement of thermoelectric systems in terms of performance and range of applications relies on progress in materials science and optimization of device operation. In this chapte…
Comment on "Effective thermal conductivity in thermoelectric materials"
Y. Apertet, H. Ouerdane, C. Goupil +1
In a recent article, Baranowski et al. [J. Appl. Phys. 113, 204904 (2013)] proposed a model that allegedly facilitates optimization of thermoelectric generators operation as these…
On the efficiency at maximum cooling power
Yann Apertet, Henni Ouerdane, Aurelie Michot +2
The efficiency at maximum power (EMP) of heat engines operating as generators is one corner stone of finite-time thermodynamics, the Curzon-Ahlborn efficiency being co…
From local force-flux relationships to internal dissipations and their impact on heat engine performance: The illustrative case of a thermoelectric generator
Yann Apertet, Henni Ouerdane, Christophe Goupil +1
We present an in-depth analysis of the sometimes understated role of the principle of energy conservation in linear irreversible thermodynamics. Our case study is that of a thermoe…
Reply to the Comment on "Optimal working conditions for thermoelectric generators with realistic thermal coupling" by S. Su et al
Y. Apertet, H. Ouerdane, O. Glavatskaya +2
We reply to the comment made by Su et al. on "Optimal working conditions for thermoelectric generators with realistic thermal coupling". In particular we justify the efficiency def…