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Components of a thermoelectric generator. Single couple of a thermoelectric generator. In a thermoelectric generating system a heat source—usually fueled by coal, oil, or gas—is used within a boiler to convert water to high-pressure steam. The steam expands and turns the blades of a turbine, which turns the armature of a generator, producing electric power. A condenser converts any remaining steam to water, and a pump returns the water to the boiler.
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Reiner Decher, Direct Energy Conversion: Fundamentals of Electric Power Production (1997), provides a technical treatment. Stanley W. Angrist, Direct Energy Conversion, 4th ed. (1982), provides a historical introduction and overview.

G. Ralph Strohl

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Add new Web site: Academia - Thermo Electric Generator (PDF). Dec 24, 2024
Add new Web site: CORE - The usage of thermoelectric generator as a renewable energy source. Oct 11, 2024
Add new Web site: International Research Journal of Engineering and Technology - Analysis and Design Methodology for Thermoelectric Power Generation System from Waste Heat. Jun 10, 2024
Add new Web site: Purdue University - Material Selection and Sizing of a Thermoelectric Generator (TEG) for Power Generation in a Self-Powered Heating Systemfor Power Generation in a Self-Powered Heating System. Mar 12, 2024
Add new Web site: The Royal Society - Thermoelectric power generation: from new materials to devices. Jan 29, 2024
Add new Web site: Stanford University - Department of Physics - Thermoelectric Generators. Dec 12, 2023
Add new Web site: Nature - Heat Management in Thermoelectric Power Generators. Oct 03, 2023
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