An Open Source Python Package to Simulate Micro Thermoelectric Generators

TL;DR

This paper introduces an open-source Python tool for simulating micro-thermoelectric generators, enabling detailed analysis and optimization of device performance for researchers and engineers.

Contribution

It provides a user-friendly, customizable simulation package with comprehensive performance metrics based on device design and material properties.

Findings

Includes a graphical user interface for ease of use

Calculates key performance metrics such as power and efficiency

Source code available on GitHub for customization

Abstract

This article presents an open-source Python package for simulating micro-thermoelectric generators, based on the work by D. Beretta et al. (Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2017). Featuring a user-friendly graphical user interface and robust computational capabilities, the tool is designed for use by scientists, researchers, and engineers to analyze and optimize device designs. The software calculates key performance metrics such as power, efficiency, electrical resistance, open circuit voltage, and short circuit current per unit of device area, based on the device design and material properties. The full source code is available for download on GitHub, enabling further customization.