The role of graphene in new thermoelectric materials

Mulla, Rafiq; White, Alvin Orbaek; Dunnill, Charles W.; Barron, Andrew

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The role of graphene in new thermoelectric materials

Rafiq Mulla

, Alvin Orbaek White

, Charles W. Dunnill, Andrew Barron

Energy Advances

Swansea University Authors: Alvin Orbaek White , Andrew Barron

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Graphene has high electrical conductivity, making it an attractive material for thermoelectric applications. However, its high thermal conductivity is a major challenge, and initial studies indicate that using pristine graphene alone cannot achieve optimal thermoelectric performance. Therefore, rese...

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The role of graphene in new thermoelectric materials

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