scholarly journals Conductive PEDOT: PSS-Based Organic/Inorganic Flexible Thermoelectric Films and Power Generators

Polymers ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (2) ◽  
pp. 210
Author(s):  
Dabin Park ◽  
Minsu Kim ◽  
Jooheon Kim
Keyword(s):  
Composite Film ◽  
Thermoelectric Properties ◽  
Power Factor ◽  
High Performance ◽  
Composite Films ◽  
Precursor Solution ◽  
Thermoelectric Device ◽  
Power Generators ◽  
Conductive Composite Film ◽  
Flexible Thermoelectric

We present a simple thermoelectric device that consists of a conductive poly(3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene):poly(styrenesulfonate) (PEDOT:PSS)-based inorganic/organic thermoelectric film with high thermoelectric performance. The PEDOT:PSS-coated Se NWs were first chemically synthesized in situ, and then mixed with an Ag precursor solution to produce the PEDOT:PSS-coated Ag2Se NWs. The PEDOT:PSS matrix was then treated with dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO) prior to the production of flexible PEDOT:PSS-coated Ag2Se NW/PEDOT:PSS composite films with various weight fractions of Ag2Se via a simple drop-casting method. The thermoelectric properties (Seebeck coefficient, electrical conductivity, and power factor) of the composite films were then analyzed. The composite film with 50 wt.% NWs exhibited the highest power factor of 327.15 μW/m·K2 at room temperature. The excellent flexibility of this composite film was verified by bending tests, in which the thermoelectric properties were reduced by only ~5.9% after 1000 bending cycles. Finally, a simple thermoelectric device consisting of five strips of the proposed composite film was constructed and was shown to generate a voltage of 7.6 mV when the temperature difference was 20 K. Thus, the present study demonstrates that that the combination of a chalcogenide and a conductive composite film can produce a high-performance flexible thermoelectric composite film.

scholarly journals Fabrication of PEDOT:PSS/Ag2Se Nanowires for Polymer-Based Thermoelectric Applications

Polymers ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (12) ◽  
pp. 2932 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dabin Park ◽  
Minsu Kim ◽  
Jooheon Kim
Keyword(s):  
Composite Film ◽  
Thermoelectric Power ◽  
Power Factor ◽  
High Performance ◽  
Room Temperature ◽  
Composite Films ◽  
Casting Method ◽  
Thermoelectric Power Factor ◽  
Potential Applications ◽  
Flexible Thermoelectric

Flexible Ag2Se NW/PEDOT:PSS thermoelectric composite films with different Ag2Se contents (10, 20, 30, 50, 70, and 80 wt.%) are fabricated. The Ag2Se nanowires are first fabricated with solution mixing. After that, Ag2Se NW/PEDOT:PSS composite film was fabricated using a simple drop-casting method. To evaluate the potential applications of the Ag2Se NW/PEDOT:PSS composite, their thermoelectric properties are analyzed according to their Ag2Se contents, and strategies for maximizing the thermoelectric power factor are discussed. The maximum room-temperature power factor of composite film (178.59 μW/m·K2) is obtained with 80 wt.% Ag2Se nanowires. In addition, the composite film shows outstanding durability after 1000 repeat bending cycles. This work provides an important strategy for the fabrication of high-performance flexible thermoelectric composite films, which can be extended to other inorganic/organic composites and will certainly promote their development and thermoelectric applications.

scholarly journals Boosting Performance of Self-Polarized Fully Printed Piezoelectric Nanogenerators via Modulated Strength of Hydrogen Bonding Interactions

Nanomaterials ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (8) ◽  
pp. 1908
Author(s):  
Hai Li ◽  
Sooman Lim
Keyword(s):  
Hydrogen Bonding ◽  
Composite Film ◽  
High Performance ◽  
Composite Films ◽  
Β Phase ◽  
Hydrogen Bonding Interactions ◽  
Barium Titanate Nanoparticles ◽  
Surface Modified ◽  
Piezoelectric Devices ◽  
Piezoelectric Nanogenerators

Self-polarized piezoelectric devices have attracted significant interest owing to their fabrication processes with low energy consumption. Herein, novel poling-free piezoelectric nanogenerators (PENGs) based on self-polarized polyvinylidene difluoride (PVDF) induced by the incorporation of different surface-modified barium titanate nanoparticles (BTO NPs) were prepared via a fully printing process. To reveal the effect of intermolecular interactions between PVDF and NP surface groups, BTO NPs were modified with hydrophilic polydopamine (PDA) and hydrophobic 1H,1H,2H,2H-perfluorodecyltriethoxysilane (PFDTES) to yield PDA-BTO and PFD-BTO, respectively. This study demonstrates that the stronger hydrogen bonding interactions existed in PFD-BTO/PVDF composite film comparative to the PDA-BTO/PVDF composite film induced the higher β-phase formation (90%), which was evidenced by the XRD, FTIR and DSC results, as well as led to a better dispersion of NPs and improved mechanical properties of composite films. Consequently, PFD-BTO/PVDF-based PENGs without electric poling exhibited a significantly improved output voltage of 5.9 V and power density of 102 μW cm−3, which was 1.8 and 2.9 times higher than that of PDA-BTO/PVDF-based PENGs, respectively. This study provides a promising approach for advancing the search for high-performance, self-polarized PENGs in next-generation electric and electronic industries.

scholarly journals Actuation Behavior of Multilayer Graphene Nanosheets/Polydimethylsiloxane Composite Films

Polymers ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 10 (11) ◽  
pp. 1243 ◽  
Author(s):  
Chunmei Zhang ◽  
Tianliang Zhai ◽  
Chao Zhan ◽  
Qiuping Fu ◽  
Chao Ma
Keyword(s):  
Composite Film ◽  
High Performance ◽  
Graphene Nanosheets ◽  
Composite Films ◽  
Multilayer Graphene ◽  
Layer By Layer ◽  
Pdms Film ◽  
Out Of Plane ◽  
Dielectric Actuation ◽  
Electromechanical Actuation

The graphene nanosheets (GNS)/polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS) composite films with out-of-plane dielectric actuation behavior were prepared through a layer-by-layer spin coating process. The GNS-PDMS/PDMS composite films with 1~3 layers of GNS-PDMS films were spin coated on top of the PDMS film. The dielectric, mechanical, and electromechanical actuation properties of the composite films were investigated. The dielectric constant of the GNS-PDMS3/PDMS composite film at 1 kHz is 5.52, which is 1.7 times that of the GNS-PDMS1/PDMS composite film. The actuated displacement of the GNS-PDMS/PDMS composite films is greatly enhanced by increasing the number of GNS-PDMS layers. This study provides a novel alternative approach for fabricating high-performance actuators with out-of-plane actuation behavior.

scholarly journals Mechanically Robust Flexible Multilayer Aramid Nanofibers and MXene Film for High-Performance Electromagnetic Interference Shielding and Thermal Insulation

Nanomaterials ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (11) ◽  
pp. 3041
Author(s):  
Jun Zhou ◽  
Junsheng Yu ◽  
Dongyu Bai ◽  
Huili Liu ◽  
Lu Li
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Composite Film ◽  
Electromagnetic Interference ◽  
Multilayer Structure ◽  
High Performance ◽  
Composite Films ◽  
Next Generation ◽  
Shielding Effectiveness ◽  
Breaking Strain ◽  
Practical Applications

In order to overcome the various defects caused by the limitations of solid metal as a shielding material, the development of electromagnetic shielding materials with flexibility and excellent mechanical properties is of great significance for the next generation of intelligent electronic devices. Here, the aramid nanofiber/Ti3C2Tx MXene (ANF/MXene) composite films with multilayer structure were successfully prepared through a simple alternate vacuum-assisted filtration (AVAF) process. With the intervention of the ANF layer, the multilayer-structure film exhibits excellent mechanical properties. The ANF2/MXene1 composite film exhibits a tensile strength of 177.7 MPa and a breaking strain of 12.6%. In addition, the ANF5/MXene4 composite film with a thickness of only 30 μm exhibits an electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding efficiency of 37.5 dB and a high EMI-specific shielding effectiveness value accounting for thickness (SSE/t) of 4718 dB·cm2 g−1. Moreover, the composite film was excellent in heat-insulation performance and in avoiding light-to-heat conversion. No burning sensation was produced on the surface of the film with a thickness of only 100 μm at a high temperature of 130 °C. Furthermore, the surface of the film was only mild when touched under simulated sunlight. Therefore, our multilayer-structure film has potential significance in practical applications such as next-generation smart electronic equipment, communications, and military applications.

Solution-processable flexible thermoelectric composite films based on conductive polymer/SnSe0.8S0.2 nanosheets/carbon nanotubes for wearable electronic applications

2018 ◽  
Vol 6 (14) ◽  
pp. 5627-5634 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hyun Ju ◽  
Dabin Park ◽  
Jooheon Kim
Keyword(s):  
Carbon Nanotubes ◽  
Thermoelectric Power ◽  
Power Factor ◽  
Composite Films ◽  
Conductive Polymer ◽  
Solution Processing ◽  
Thermoelectric Power Factor ◽  
Processing Procedure ◽  
Wearable Electronic ◽  
Flexible Thermoelectric

Flexible thermoelectric composite films with a high thermoelectric power factor are achieved via a solution processing procedure.

Investigation of Structural and Thermoelectric Properties of Bismuth Selenide Thin Films

2020 ◽  
Vol 10 ◽  
Author(s):  
Harsha Sharma ◽  
Yogesh Chandra Sharma
Keyword(s):  
Thin Films ◽  
Seebeck Coefficient ◽  
Thermoelectric Properties ◽  
Thermoelectric Material ◽  
Power Factor ◽  
High Performance ◽  
Compositional Variation ◽  
Bismuth Selenide ◽  
Thermoelectric Devices ◽  
Composition Ratio

Background: Thermoelectric material with high performance and low cost is the basic need of today. Bismuth selenide is a thermoelectric material. A set of bismuth selenide thin films having different stoichiometry ratio varying Bi/Se ratio from 0.123 to 0.309 have been prepared. Objective: Present work deals with the synthesis and characterization of various thin films of bismuth selenide. Thermoe-lectric properties of thin films were also investigated. Aim of this work is to investigate the effect of composition ratio on the structural and thermoelectric properties and to find out the best stoichiometry ratio of bismuth selenide thin films which can be used in application of thermoelectric devices. Method: The set of bismuth selenide thin films having different elemental compositions were prepared by employing thermal evaporation technique. Crystal structure and elemental composition of thin films were investigated by XRD and EDAX respectively. Roughness of films were analysed by AFM. Thermoelectric properties of various thin films were al-so measured. Results: XRD spectrum confirms the formation of phases formed in thin films which slightly matched with standard data. AFM results indicate that surface of films are smooth and nanoparticles are generated on surface. AFM results indicate that the surfaces of annealed thin films are smoother than as-deposited thin films. Seebeck coefficient found negative throughout the temperature rang. Power factor is also calculated by Seebeck coefficient and results reveal effect of com-position ratio on Seebeck coefficient , electrical conductivity and power factor. Thin films having the composition ratio of 0.182 exhibited the highest power factor. Conclusion: This study provides relevant basic information of the thermoelectric property of thin films. As well as pre-sents the effect of compositional variation on thermoelectric measurements. From the application point of view in the thermoelectric devices the best stoichiometric thin films out of four prepared thin films have been presented.

Facile fabrication of poly(3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene):poly(styrenesulfonate)-coated selenium nanowire/carbon nanotube composite films for flexible thermoelectric applications

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dabin Park ◽  
Minsu Kim ◽  
Jooheon Kim
Keyword(s):  
Carbon Nanotubes ◽  
Carbon Nanotube ◽  
Composite Film ◽  
Composite Films ◽  
Multi Walled Carbon Nanotubes ◽  
Facile Fabrication ◽  
Selenium Nanowires ◽  
Carbon Nanotube Composite ◽  
Flexible Thermoelectric ◽  
Walled Carbon Nanotubes

In this study, we synthesized a flexible thermoelectric composite film consisting of poly(3,4-ethylenedioxythiopene)-poly(4-styrenesulfonate)-coated selenium nanowires (PEDOT:PSS-coated Se NWs) and multi-walled carbon nanotubes (MWCNT) via simple solution mixing. The PEDOT:PSS-coated Se...

scholarly journals Fabrication of PEDOT: PSS-PVP Nanofiber-Embedded Sb2Te3 Thermoelectric Films by Multi-Step Coating and Their Improved Thermoelectric Properties

Materials ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 13 (12) ◽  
pp. 2835
Author(s):  
Sang-il Kim ◽  
Kang Yeol Lee ◽  
Jae-Hong Lim
Keyword(s):  
Thermoelectric Properties ◽  
Power Factor ◽  
Photoelectron Spectroscopy ◽  
Hybrid Composites ◽  
Composite Films ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
Thermoelectric Efficiency ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Seebeck Coefficients ◽  
Electrical Conductivities

Antimony telluride thin films display intrinsic thermoelectric properties at room temperature, although their Seebeck coefficients and electrical conductivities may be unsatisfactory. To address these issues, we designed composite films containing upper and lower Sb2Te3 layers encasing conductive poly(3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene):poly(4-styrenesulfonate) (PEDOT:PSS)- polyvinylpyrrolidone(PVP) nanowires. Thermoelectric Sb2Te3/PEDOT:PSS-PVP/Sb2Te3(ED) (STPPST) hybrid composite films were prepared by a multi-step coating process involving sputtering, electrospinning, and electrodeposition stages. The STPPST hybrid composites were characterized by field-emission scanning electron microscopy, X-ray diffraction, ultraviolet photoelectron spectroscopy, and infrared spectroscopy. The thermoelectric performance of the prepared STPPST hybrid composites, evaluated in terms of the power factor, electrical conductivity and Seebeck coefficient, demonstrated enhanced thermoelectric efficiency over a reference Sb2Te3 film. The performance of the composite Sb2Te3/PEDOT:PSS-PVP/Sb2Te3 film was greatly enhanced, with σ = 365 S/cm, S = 124 μV/K, and a power factor 563 μW/mK.

scholarly journals Ternary selenides A2Sb4Se8 (A = K, Rb and Cs) as an n-type thermoelectric material with high power factor and low lattice thermal conductivity: importance of the conformationally flexible Sb–Se–Se–Sb bridges

RSC Advances ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (24) ◽  
pp. 14415-14421
Author(s):  
Changhoon Lee ◽  
Sujee Kim ◽  
Won-Joon Son ◽  
Ji-Hoon Shim ◽  
Myung-Hwan Whangbo
Keyword(s):  
Thermal Conductivity ◽  
Thermoelectric Properties ◽  
Thermoelectric Material ◽  
Power Factor ◽  
High Power ◽  
High Performance ◽  
Lattice Thermal Conductivity ◽  
High Power Factor

The ternary selenides A2Sb4Se8 (A = K, Rb, Cs) are predicted to be a high-performance n-type thermoelectric material, and the conformationally-flexible Sb–Se(2)–Se(2)–Sb bridges are crucial in determining the thermoelectric properties of A2Sb4Se8.

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