Nanostructured Cellulose Ionogels with Selective Anion Confinement for High-Efficiency Thermoelectric Harvesting

Key Points

• To enhance the performance of ionic thermoelectric materials for low-grade heat harvesting through selective anion confinement.
• Developed nanostructured cellulose ionogels.
• Tested materials for ionic conductivity and heat transfer efficiency.
• Analyzed the impact of anion confinement on thermoelectric performance.
• Achieved higher ionic conductivity compared to traditional thermoelectric materials.
• Demonstrated improved efficiency in low-grade heat harvesting applications.
• Showed that selective anion confinement significantly enhances material performance.

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