Proposing a Thermoelectric Network for Producing Electrical Energy from Wasted Heat Sources in an Automobile Based on Measurements

Proposing a Thermoelectric Network for Producing Electrical Energy from Wasted Heat Sources in an Automobile Based on Measurements

Thermoelectric (TE) materials are one of the latest technologies, which have been used to produce electrical energy from thermal loss. Thermoelectric technologies have been applied in different industrial utilities such as electronic devices, means of transportation, etc. Capability of TE in producing electrical energy from thermal loss is significant like generate electricity from wasted heat in automobiles, industry, home appliances and most device that produce heat and waste thermal energy. One of the most important application is in vehicle that have different locations in itself that produce heat during driving and can be used as sources of electrical energy. Thus, in this paper heat sources in vehicle are distinguished by measurements. Then, electrical output power by TE in each individual location is identified approximately. At least, a TE network and suitable circuit are proposed which can be used in a factual case study