Geometric optimization for the thermoelectric generator with variable cross-section legs by coupling finite element method and optimization algorithm
Ya Ge, Kui He, Liehui Xiao, Wu-Zhi Yuan, Simin Huang
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Thermoelectric generatorMaterials scienceThermoelectric effectParticle swarm optimizationFinite element methodGenerator (circuit theory)Figure of meritCross section (physics)Coupling (piping)Shape optimizationElectromotive forcePower (physics)Topology (electrical circuits)Computer sciencePhysicsAlgorithmElectrical engineeringThermodynamicsComposite materialOptoelectronicsEngineeringQuantum mechanicsAdvanced Thermoelectric Materials and DevicesThermal Radiation and Cooling TechnologiesInnovative Energy Harvesting Technologies