Ag2Se-based thermoelectric materials and devices: Progress, challenges, and perspectives

Key Points

• The research aims to examine the progress and challenges facing Ag2Se as a thermoelectric material.
• Review of recent advancements in Ag2Se thermoelectric materials and devices
• Analysis of performance metrics such as carrier mobility and thermal conductivity
• Discussion of challenges in implementation for energy harvesting and cooling
• Ag2Se shows high carrier mobility, making it effective for energy applications
• Its low lattice thermal conductivity enhances thermoelectric performance
• Identified challenges include stability and scalability for commercial use