We present a continuum theory for analyzing the interaction between the thermoelectric and
mechanical fields in piezoelectric semiconductors. The balance laws and dissipation …

One of the most important issues in the design of engineering structures is the prevention of
structural failure due to the stress caused by geometric discontinuities. Hole geometry is one …

This paper analyses a two-dimensional problem in thermoelectric materials with an inclined
elliptic inclusion. We have obtained the closed-form solutions of electric current density and …

This paper develops a general model to analyze the performance of thermoelectric
generators (TEGs) with consideration of their side surface heat convection (SSHC) and …

The influence of dual collinear interface cracks on the electric potential and temperature of
thermoelectric bi-materials system under the electric load and thermal load is reported. The …

Thermoelectric (TE) materials as energy functional semiconductors can directly convert heat
into electrical power. Due to the brittle nature of semiconductors, voids or inclusions are …

The plane problem of a non-circular rigid inhomogeneity embedded in an infinite
thermoelectric matrix under a uniform remote electric current is investigated based on the …

The reliable interface plays a significant role in improving the performance of thermoelectric
devices. Due to the interface stability, thermoelectric interfacial layers are prone to multilayer …

Thermoelectric (TE) devices under thermal cycling are prone to interface defects. Based on
the experimental observation, this paper proposes a generalized model to analyze the …

The structural complexity of high-tech industries is often compromised by a combination of
thermal, mechanical, and geometric weaknesses. New generation materials and …