Manipulation of thermal transport properties of Zintl thermoelectric compounds
Abstract
Zintl compounds are highly attractive for thermoelectric applications, stemming from their “electron crystal, phonon glass” character. To enhance the thermoelectric performance of materials, it is essential to manipulate the thermal transport to minimize the thermal conductivity. In this perspective, we discuss strategies for manipulating the thermal transport in Zintl phases, including incorporating hierarchical defects, engineering chemical bonding heterogeneity, inducing structural instability, and discovering materials with unique crystal structures.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Advanced Thermoelectric Materials and Devices
Thermal properties of materials
Electronic Packaging and Soldering Technologies
Publication details
- Journal / source
- npj Thermal Science and Engineering
- Publisher
- Springer Science and Business Media LLC
- Volume
- 1
- Issue
- 1
- Publication date
- 3 March 2026
- Language
- EN