{"id":218731,"date":"2025-01-07T15:10:54","date_gmt":"2025-01-07T19:10:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/inspenet.com\/noticias\/researchers-develop-flexible-thermoelectric-technology-for-mobile-devices\/"},"modified":"2025-01-07T15:19:46","modified_gmt":"2025-01-07T19:19:46","slug":"researchers-develop-flexible-thermoelectric-technology-for-mobile-devices","status":"publish","type":"noticias","link":"https:\/\/inspenet.com\/en\/news\/researchers-develop-flexible-thermoelectric-technology-for-mobile-devices\/","title":{"rendered":"Researchers develop flexible thermoelectric technology for mobile devices"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

A group of researchers at Queensland University of Technology<\/strong> ( QUT<\/em> ) have taken a major step towards developing wearable devices, by creating an ultra-thin, flexible thermoelectric film that converts body heat into energy, eliminating the need for conventional batteries.<\/p>\n\n

Flexible thermoelectric technology<\/h2>\n\n

Project leader Professor Zhi-Gang Chen said the technology can power electronic devices, and also have the ability to cool electronic chips<\/strong> . This will improve the efficiency of future smartphones and next-generation computers. According to the researchers, the film is flexible enough to adapt to human skin and take full advantage of thermal differences. <\/p>\n\n

The team used advanced methods such as solvothermal synthesis<\/strong> and screen printing<\/strong> to fabricate low-cost, high-efficiency thermoelectric films<\/a><\/strong> . They also explored alternative materials such as silver selenide, which offer a more sustainable option for the future. <\/p>\n\n

The development of this flexible thermoelectric technology<\/strong> opens up wide possibilities: from portable medical devices to solutions for personal thermal management. Although it still faces challenges such as large-scale production, researchers are confident that this technology can make a big difference in the future. <\/p>\n\n

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