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The study aims to compare Bi2Te3 alloys synthesized by direct melt versus ball milling for thermoelectric devices.

April 15, 2026Energy AdvancesOpen Access

From synthesis to device: comparative study of Bi ₂ Te ₃ alloys prepared by direct melt and ball milling for printed thermoelectrics

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Comparative study demonstrates ball milling surpasses melt synthesis for thermoelectric applications, indicating efficiency benefits.

The study aims to compare Bi2Te3 alloys synthesized by direct melt versus ball milling for thermoelectric devices.
Utilized ball milling and direct melt synthesis methods for Bi2Te3 preparation.
Developed binder-free printable inks for thermoelectric generator fabrication.
Conducted comparative analysis of material properties from both synthesis methods.
Ball milling yielded comparable material properties to melt synthesis.
Both methods produced inks suitable for scalable thermoelectric generator fabrication.
Ball milling demonstrated greater energy efficiency in the synthesis process.

Subhash et al. (2026) studied this question.

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