Exact Solution of a Constrained Optimization Problem in Thermoelectric Cooling

Exact Solution of a Constrained Optimization Problem in Thermoelectric Cooling

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Abstract:

We consider an optimization problem in thermoelectric cooling. The maximum achievable cooling temperature in thermoelectric cooling is, among other things, affected by the Seebeck coefficient profile of the inhomogeneous materials. Mathematically, the maximum cooling temperature is a non-linear functional of the Seebeck coefficient function. In this study, we solve this optimization problem exactly.

Author(s):

Wang, Hongyun ; Zhou, Hong

Author Organization(s):

CALIFORNIA UNIV SANTA CRUZ DEPT OF APPLIED MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS

Descriptive Note:

Journal article

Supplementary Note:

Pub. in Jnl. of Applied Mathematical Sciences, v2 n4 p177-186, 2008.

Pagination:

0011

Security Markings

DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:

Approved For Public Release

Distribution Statement:

Approved For Public Release; Distribution Is Unlimited.

RECORD

Collection: TR

Identifying Numbers

Monitor Series:

NPS-MA

Subject Terms

Joint Capability Areas:

JCA_8_Building Partnerships

Communities of Interest:

Advanced Electronics

Descriptor(s):

*THERMOELECTRIC COOLING, TEMPERATURE, OPTIMIZATION, SEEBECK EFFECT, COEFFICIENTS, FUNCTIONS(MATHEMATICS), REPRINTS, COOLING

Field(s)/Group(s):

Numerical Mathematics, Thermodynamics

Report Date:

2008 Jan 01

Creation Date:

2008 Nov 12