Thermoelectric Teg Thomas Seebeck Generator For Student

A thermoelectric generator is a simple device that converts heat into electrical energy through the phenomenon known as the seebeck effect.[1] (Thomas seebeck, the physicist, discovered the principle in 1821.) no moving parts are needed in a thermoelectric generator because it is the temperature difference that creates the electricity. A thermoelectric generator, or TEG (also called a seebeck generator) is a solid State device that converts heat (temperature differences) directly into electricalenergy through a phenomenon called the seebeck effect (a form of thermoelectriceffect). how it works electronic on the hot side of a material are more energized than on the cold side. These electronic will flow from the hot side to the cold side. If a complete circuit can be made, electricity will flow continuously. This construct of three wires, one of one type of metal and two of another type connected together as shown above is called a thermocouple and demonstrates the seebeck effect. Thermocouples are used very widely for the measuring of temperatures – particular very high temperatures where standard liquid filled thermometers cannot be used. A precision voltmeter is used to measure the voltage generated, and from that the temperature difference between the two junctions can be calculated. If one of the junction is kept at a known temperature – for example at zero Celsius in icy water – very accurate temperature readings can be obtained. Where accuracy is less important, this reference junction can be assumed to be room temperature. Thermocouples are very simple and very rugged since they have no moving parts.
Assembly Required
‎Yes
Batteries Required
‎No
Batteries Included
‎No
Material Type(s)
‎Plastic, Metal and other
Color
‎Multicolor
Product Dimensions
‎18.5 x 6 x 12 cm; 250 Grams
Item part number
‎NEW 008
Manufacturer recommended age
‎10 years and up
Manufacturer
‎Juniar Scientist
Country of Origin
‎India
Item Weight
‎650 g