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This research aims to improve the thermoelectric performance of AgSbTe2 by exploring cation ordering.

June 3, 2026Journal of Materials Chemistry A0 citations

Ge-Induced Cation Ordering for Enhanced Thermoelectric Performance in AgSbTe 2

KSKıvanç Sağlık JDJinfeng Dong DYDongwang Yang

Key Points

This research aims to improve the thermoelectric performance of AgSbTe2 by exploring cation ordering.
Investigated the effects of induced cation ordering on the thermoelectric properties of AgSbTe2.
Evaluated thermal conductivity and energy conversion efficiency through experimental measures.
Enhanced thermoelectric performance observed with Ge-induced cation ordering leading to significant efficiency improvements.
Reduction in thermal conductivity demonstrates promise for better waste heat recovery mechanisms.

Abstract

Waste heat recovery through thermoelectric conversion is a promising route toward sustainable energy utilization. AgSbTe 2 is a notable mid-temperature thermoelectric material owing to its inherently low thermal conductivity. However, its...

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