Nomenclature Q Heat load (W) COP Coefficient of Performance I Electrical current (Amps) T Temperature (°C) R Electrical resistance (Ohms) Z TE Figure of Merit (1/K) where Z = α2 / (ρ λ) …read more
Latest Developments In Thermoelectrically Enhanced Heat Sinks
August 1st, 2005
Dwight A. Johnson, and Jim Bierschenk
Posted in Coolers, Design, Heat Sinks, Liquid Cooling, TECs | No Comments »
Tags: Air Cooling, Heatsinks, TECs, Thermoelectric Coolers
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