HITEH

Thermoelectric generators, also known as Seebeck generators, are devices that turn temperature differences into electricity. They could be used in automobiles to increase fuel efficiency or for powering small electric appliances. Solar panels outfitted with a thermoelectric generator convert solar radiation into useful electricity more efficiently. However, the small Seebeck coefficient impedes their widespread use. What’s more, these devices cease to work as temperature difference diminishes and cannot, therefore, store charge. Funded by the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions programme, the HITEH project aims to develop new electrolytes with a high Seebeck coefficient and large surface electrodes to increase storage capacity. The focus will be placed on stretchable hydrogel electrolytes and 2D MXene electrodes (a family of 2D transitional metal carbides and nitrides).

Duration: 1 September 2022 - 31 August 2024