Synergistic enhancement of n-type Mg 3 (Sb,Bi) 2 thermoelectrics via TiTe 2 -triggered in-situ dual-site doping

Key Points

• Enhanced thermoelectric performance was observed in n-type magnesium antimonide (Mg3(Sb,Bi)2) with dual-site doping.
• The integration of titanium telluride (TiTe2) effectively improved the carrier concentration, leading to better thermoelectric properties.
• In-situ dual-site doping was employed to optimize the electronic and thermal transport characteristics of the materials.
• This method may enable advancements in thermoelectric applications, potentially enhancing energy efficiency for various technologies.