Defect Engineering for Tailoring Thermoelectric Properties of Electroceramics

The field of thermoelectric materials has garnered significant attention due to its potential to revolutionize energy conversion and harvesting technologies. Delving into the fascinating realm of utilizing defect engineering strategies to enhance and tailor the thermoelectric properties of Electroceramic materials, this book explores the intricate relationship between crystal defects and thermoelectric performance. This chapter defines various thermometric, electroceramic, and 2D materials. It provides a comprehensive overview of defect types, their origins, and their influence on material behavior. With the aid of computational simulations and state-of-the-art experimental methods, defect engineering strategies are unveiled, enabling precise control over material properties. This chapter highlights the harnessing of defect engineering principles to unlock the full potential of electroceramics thermoelectric materials. The chapter provides a detailed study of the impact of defect Engineering on tailoring the thermometric properties of electroceramics, thermoelectric devices, and energy conversion technologies.