Researchers have found a new way to improve a key element of thermophotovoltaic systems, which convert heat into electricity via light. Engineers designed a thermal emitter that can deliver high ...

The U.S. grid is undergoing tremendous changes to incorporate new technologies, meet growing demands for electricity, and improve reliability. These changes are prompting a host of questions for grid ...

The thermoelectric effect, or Seebeck effect, refers to the direct conversion of a temperature difference between two electrical conductors or semiconductors into an electrical voltage. When the sides ...

A new thermogalvanic device uses nanoparticles to control ion flow, allowing it to convert waste heat to electricity and store the energy without external batteries. (Nanowerk Spotlight) Heat is ...

Researchers at Rice University have found a new way to improve a key element of thermophotovoltaic (TPV) systems, which ...