Silver could play an important role when working with thermoelectric materials. A new study found that it could be the ideal connective material.

Researchers from the University of Houston produced an effective connector of the metallization layers of the modules. They used silver nanoparticles to do the job. The project is anticipated to hasten the creation of cutting-edge modules for power generation and other applications, Mining.com reported

According to the study, the use of silver nanoparticles was examined for stability in modules made of three different cutting-edge thermoelectric materials intended to function at various temperatures.

Because of their potential as a clean energy source, thermoelectric materials have attracted more attention. These materials use the flow of heat current from a warmer area to a cooler area to convert heat, such as waste heat produced by power plants or other industrial processes, into electricity.

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