Inertial Thermoelectric Generator with Phase Change Thermal Modules
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https://doi.org/10.63527/1607-8829-2026-3-82-90Keywords:
Dual PCM, thermoelectric generator, thermal module, latent heat of fusion, phase change materials, enthalpy, exergy, thermal resistanceAbstract
The purpose of the work is to calculate and create an inertial thermoelectric generator (ITEG) with integrated variable heat and cold modules on the hot and cold sides. The use of thermal modules (TM) on both sides of the ITEG will rigidly fix the temperature gradient in the generator. This will allow to build an autonomous thermoelectric generating system that will generate stable thermoelectric power throughout the entire operating time. The operating principle of the ITEG is based on the use of latent heat of crystallization and fusion of phase change materials. The use of replaceable thermal modules will ensure the rapid replacement of discharged TMs with charged ones, and will also allow to make a stock of preheated and cooled modules. Moreover, any heat and cold sources are suitable for heating and cooling. To increase the speed of charging and discharging, the TM has a network of internal radiators.
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