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    • Main Results:

    • The dependence of thermodynamic efficiency on pulse frequency differs significantly between rectangular and sinusoidal pulses.
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    • Theoretical calculations were validated against experimental data for a barium titanate plate, showing a maximum heat flux of 120.72 W/m² under specific conditions.

    Conclusions:

    • The study provides a new approach for optimizing electrocaloric cooling systems.
    • Sinusoidal pulse shapes are more effective than rectangular ones for maximizing thermodynamic efficiency in ECE.
    • The proposed heat switch model and validated theoretical framework enable better design of ECE devices.