Complex Half-Heusler Phases as High Temperature Thermoelectric Materials

Author:
Culp, Slade Roland, Department of Physics, University of Virginia
Advisors:
Poon, Joe, Department of Physics, University of Virginia
Louca, Despina, Department of Physics, University of Virginia
Abstract:

The potential of n-type MNiSn and p-type MCoSb (M=Ti,Zr,Hf) half-Heusler phases, as thermoelectric elements, for high temperature power generation applications is explored.

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Degree:
PHD (Doctor of Philosophy)
Language:
English
Rights:
All rights reserved (no additional license for public reuse)
Issued Date:
2007/01/01