Analysis of a novel heterojunction thermoradiative structure
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Stephen J. Fonash
(Engineering Science Program, Pennsylvania State University , University Park, Pennsylvania 16803,)
Abstract
The heterojunction thermoradiative design introduced here has a recombination-photon emission layer in its junction, as does the homojunction thermoradiative device. However, the heterojunction structure has this layer separated from the energy source by semiconductor legs. This allows the Thompson effect to occur and results in a significant increase in electrical power density capabilities.
Article Details
Journal
Applied Physics Letters
Volume / Issue
Vol. 128, Issue 11
Published
March 16, 2026
ISSN
0003-6951
Publisher
American Institute of Physics
Journal Info
Applied Physics Letters
American Institute of Physics
ISSN: 0003-6951 Physical Sciences
Authors (1)
S
Stephen J. Fonash
Engineering Science Program, Pennsylvania State University , University Park, Pennsylvania 16803,
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