Effective mass model for thermoelectrics

Key Points

• To explore the relationship between thermopower, quality factor, and thermoelectric performance.
• Developed a model linking thermoelectric performance to thermopower and quality factor.
• Analyzed the effective mass of materials in relation to thermoelectric efficiency.
• Established a direct relationship between zT and thermopower alongside quality factor B.
• Highlighted a straightforward optimization pathway for improving thermoelectric materials.

Abstract