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Thermoelectric Generators for Waste Heat Recovery

Quick fact

A thermoelectric generator can power small devices using just the warmth of your skin—some watches and sensors use body heat to generate electricity!

Why this is interesting

Imagine the heat coming off your car engine or laptop—what if that wasted heat could power something? Thermoelectric generators can convert that heat directly into electricity, with no moving parts.