Combined Source of Thermal and Electrical Energy Based on a Pyrolysis Burner and a Universal Thermoelectric Generator
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.63527/1607-8829-2025-4-82-92Keywords:
thermoelectric converter, thermoelectric module, energy efficiency, optimal control, methods, contact resistance, thermal resistance, interconnect and isolating platesAbstract
The results of tests of a combined heat and power generation system consisting of a PP-8 pyrolysis burner and a universal thermoelectric generator are presented. The thermophysical characteristics of the system in different burner operating modes are investigated, and the conditions for matching the thermal parameters of the burner and the thermoelectric module are determined. The effect of heat exchange intensification on the operating temperature difference and the output electrical power of the TEG is analyzed. It is shown that by optimizing the combustion modes and design conditions for supplying heat flow, it is possible to ensure stable operation of the generator with an electric power of up to 200 W. Brief technical characteristics of the universal thermoelectric generator and pyrolysis burner PP-8 are given.
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