TY - BOOK ID - 145099851 TI - Nitride Thin Films for Thermoelectric Applications : Synthesis, Characterization and Theoretical Predictions PY - 2017 SN - 9789176855393 PB - Linkopings Universitet DB - UniCat KW - Thermoelectric materials. KW - Nitrides. KW - Thermoelectric materials KW - Nitrides UR - https://www.unicat.be/uniCat?func=search&query=sysid:145099851 AB - This thesis by Mohammad Amin Gharavi focuses on the synthesis and theoretical prediction of nitride thin films, particularly exploring cubic chromium nitride (CrN) for thermoelectric applications. The research addresses the challenge of improving energy efficiency in devices that convert thermal gradients to electrical energy via the Seebeck effect. CrN films demonstrated promising properties such as high power factors and low thermal conductivity, potentially offering a more cost-effective and stable alternative to traditional materials. The study also investigates hypothetical ternary nitrides, aiming to enhance thermoelectric performance by reducing thermal conductivity. This work is intended for researchers and professionals in material science and physics, supported by extensive calculations and experimental methodologies. ER -