First-principles optimization of thermoelectric and optoelectronic performance of KSn 1− x Zn x I 3 ( x = 0, 0.25, 0.5, 0.75, 1) perovskites for sustainable energy harvesting

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Authors: Usama Ahmed, Abu Sadat Md. Sayem Rahman, Jesia Alam Jui, M. M. Hossain, Md. Mohi Uddin, M. A. Ali
DOI: 10.1039/d6ra01737a
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Abstract

First-principles investigation of non-toxic KSn 1− x Zn x I 3 ( x = 0, 0.25, 0.5, 0.75, 1) perovskites: achieving high thermoelectric ZT of 1.01 (KSnI 3 ) and 1.27 (KZnI 3 ) at elevated temperatures.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Advanced Thermoelectric Materials and Devices Perovskite Materials and Applications Heusler alloys: electronic and magnetic properties

Publication details

Journal / source
RSC Advances
Publisher
Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC)
Volume
16
Issue
21
Pages
18861–18879
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN