Peking University's Heat-to-Electricity Rubber Band
Breakthrough in Thermoelectric Technology A team of researchers from the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at Peking University has made a significant advancement in the field of thermoelectric materials. They have developed a new type of material known as a 'thermoelectric elastomer.' This innovation represents a major step forward in the development of wearable technology, particularly for devices that require a continuous power source. Thermoelectric materials are substances that can generate electricity when there is a temperature difference between two areas. In practical terms, this means that if such a material is placed on the body, it can produce an electric current due to the contrast between the warmth of the skin and the cooler surrounding air. The movement of electrons caused by this temperature difference leads to the generation of electricity. Despite the potential of thermoelectric materials, existing high-performance versions have had a signifi...