Thermoelectric material's topology is just as important as chemistry, AI optimized 8.2X improved power-generation efficiency shows

https://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/1125931

"TEGs inefficient managing heat flow, leading to significant leakage/ electrical resistance, overcome using I-shaped and asymmetric hourglass structures tailored to be 3D printed to any specific surface.... related AI tool TEGNet (see below) simulates these designs 10,000X faster than humans, allowing rapid prototyping for specific environments... integration into car exhausts, industrial pipes, high-performance computing racks to reclaim power... IoT sensors, self-powered wearables"

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