Pulse, the Yonhap News Agency reported that LG Innotek announced on the 12th that it has developed a 'thermoelectric semiconductor' (see figure) using the Peltier effect, which refers to the power supply of a cold, hot-side semiconductor device and its use. The Seebeck effect generates current by temperature difference.
LG Innotek has established an exclusive production line of thermoelectric semiconductors in Gumi, South Korea, and is scheduled to mass-produce in the first half of next year. The products use nano polycrystalline materials, which are more versatile. The company claims that in terms of home appliances, Thermoelectric semiconductors can reduce the noise of refrigerators and water purifiers, and can make home appliances shrink by up to 40%.
For automobiles and ships, thermoelectric semiconductors can convert waste heat into electricity, which can reduce fuel consumption and exhaust emissions. LG Innotek claims that for automobiles, 1,600cc diesel vehicles can run 18km with one liter of oil and one liter of oil after using thermoelectric semiconductors. Can run 19.8 kilometers. For ships, can help the ship operator to reach the new regulations of the International Maritime Organization (IMO).