Performance of π-shaped thermoelectric generator using novel p-type ZrMnZ and n-type Bi2Te3/SiGe alloys for renewable and sustainable energy applications

Energy emitted in the form of heat from various sources can be recovered and converted into usable electricity using thermoelectric generators (TEGs). In this study, the efficiency of a π-shaped thermoelectric module composed of p-type ZrMnZ (Z = In, Pb, Bi) legs and n-type Bi2Te3/SiGe alloys were investigated using MATLAB simulation software. The module efficiency was analyzed by varying the p-type legs (ZrMnIn, ZrMnPb, and ZrMnBi), n-type legs (Bi2Te3 and SiGe), and electrode materials (Al, Cu