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Area of Science:

  • Materials Science
  • Energy Harvesting
  • Wearable Technology

Background:

  • Flexible thermoelectrics offer a sustainable power source for wearable electronics by converting body heat into electricity.
  • Significant progress has been made in developing flexible thermoelectric materials and devices over the last decade.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To introduce the fundamental design principles and configurations of flexible thermoelectric devices.
  • To outline the material requirements for high-performance flexible thermoelectric devices.
  • To summarize recent advancements in flexible thermoelectric devices across various material classes.

Main Methods:

  • Review of design principles and configurations for flexible thermoelectric devices.
  • Analysis of material requirements for optimal thermoelectric performance in flexible systems.
  • Compilation and summary of recent research on flexible thermoelectric devices utilizing organic, inorganic, composite/hybrid, and deformable inorganic semiconductor materials.

Main Results:

  • Flexible thermoelectric devices can generate power in the nW to μW range.
  • Diverse material platforms, including organics, inorganics, composites, and deformable semiconductors, have been explored for flexible thermoelectric applications.
  • Established design principles and material requirements are crucial for achieving high-performance flexible thermoelectric devices.

Conclusions:

  • Flexible thermoelectrics represent a key technology for powering the next generation of wearable devices.
  • Continued research into novel materials and device architectures will drive further improvements in power generation efficiency.
  • This review provides insights into the current state and future trajectory of flexible thermoelectric technology.