Non-linear thermoelectrics of molecular junctions with vibrational coupling

Details Non-linear thermoelectrics of molecular junctions with vibrational coupling Non-linear thermoelectrics of molecular junctions with vibrational coupling

2010-04-26

arxiv.org/abs/1004.4500v1

Phys. Rev. B 82, 045412 (2010)

Physics

Condensed Matter

Mesoscale and Nanoscale Physics

8 pages, 5 figures

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We present a detailed study of the non-linear thermoelectric properties of a molecular junction, represented by a dissipative Anderson-Holstein model. A single orbital level with strong Coulomb interaction is coupled to a localized vibrational mode and we account for both electron and phonon exchange with both electrodes, investigating how these contribute to the heat and charge transport. We calculate the efficiency and power output of the device operated as a heat to electric power converter and identify the optimal operating conditions, which are found to be qualitatively changed by the presence of the vibrational mode. Based on this study of a generic model system, we discuss the desirable properties of molecular junctions for thermoelectric applications.

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