To utilize heat from round shaped heat sources or heat sinks effectively, a segmented
annular thermoelectric generator was proposed. Each leg is composed of two materials with …

Annular thermoelectric generators have been the subject of many studies in recent years
due to their structure which improves the efficiency when recovering heat from round …

In this paper, a three dimensional finite element model of annular thermoelectric devices is
established to optimize the geometric dimensions and the number of thermocouples for the …

In this paper, the thermoelectric performance and mechanical reliability of a segmented
annular thermoelectric generator under steady state and transient conditions are …

Annular thermoelectric generator (ATEG) has not been commercialized yet and many
studies are required to identify its characteristics from different viewpoints. Most recently …

Geometry optimization of thermoelectric leg plays an essential role in improving the
performance of thermoelectric generator (TEG). In the present study, theoretical analysis of …

Annular thermoelectric generators can eliminate the thermal contact resistance formed due
to geometry mismatch when flat-plate thermoelectric generators are used with round shaped …

Annular thermoelectric couple (ATEC) is advantageous in eliminating the contacting thermal
resistance between the flat-plate thermoelectric couple and the round-shaped heat …

The annular thermoelectric generator (ATEG) has received growing research interest due to
its improved energy conversion efficiency compared to conventional flat-plate thermoelectric …

Practical applications of thermoelectric generators are impeded by their low thermoelectric
conversion efficiency, and improving the efficiency is vital for the advancements of …