Atomic manipulation induced plainer lattice makes better thermoelectric cooler and power generator

https://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/1073121

"enhances n-type bismuth telluride based alloy thermoelectric performance/ mechanical processing properties... lattice plainification/ band engineering, introducing trace Cu atoms regulate intrinsic lattice defects, for fine tuning conduction band structure, and significantly enhancing carrier mobility μ... promotes band sharpening/ divergence, significantly improved mechanical processing for large-scale production... ~6.4% power generation efficiency at room temperature... precise temperature control"

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