Sakdanuphab, Rachsak
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Sakdanuphab, Rachsak
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Sakdanuphab, Rachasak
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Item type:Publication, Tuning the thermoelectric performance of flexible copper selenide thin films through sputtering pressure and hybrid microwave annealing(2025-10-10) ;Khuncharoen, Wasan ;Theekhasuk, Nattharika; ;Voraud, AthornFlexible copper selenide (Cu₂₋ₓSe) thin films were deposited on polyimide substrates by direct current magnetron sputtering under varying pressures (0.8–4.0 × 10⁻² mbar) and subsequently annealed using hybrid microwave irradiation at 250 °C for 10–30 min. Increasing sputtering pressure raised the copper content (62.2–63.8 at%) and suppressed the formation of Cu₃Se₂ impurities. Hybrid microwave annealing promoted the transformation to stoichiometric β-Cu₂Se, removed oxide phases such as selenium dioxide and copper oxide, and improved crystallinity, as confirmed by x-ray diffraction and x-ray photoelectron spectroscopy. Field-emission scanning electron microscopy revealed microstructural densification at 10–20 min, whereas 30 min induced cracks and porosity that degraded transport properties. The optimized 20-minute annealed film achieved a peak power factor of 81.5 × 10⁻⁵ W/m·K² at 300 °C—over 130 times higher than that of the as-deposited film and comparable to other flexible Cu₂Se systems. Stability tests confirmed excellent retention after three months of ambient storage. These results establish sputtering pressure control and hybrid microwave annealing as scalable strategies for high-performance, stable Cu₂Se thermoelectric films. - Some of the metrics are blocked by yourconsent settings
Item type:Publication, Microwave-assisted biosynthesis of silver nanoparticles using two marine microalgal extracts and their antimycobacteriosis activity against bacteria isolated from Betta splendens(2025-12-01) ;Manklinniam, Piyapan; ; ; This study explores the synthesis and antibacterial properties of silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) as a safer, eco-friendly alternative to traditional chemical treatments for bacterial infections. AgNPs were synthesized using aqueous extracts of marine microalgae, Isochrysis galbana and Chaetoceros calcitrans, via conventional and microwave-assisted methods, with the latter accelerating nanoparticle production. Extracts in ethanol, hexane, and acetone were tested, with the ethanolic extract of I. galbana showing the strongest antibacterial effects. The AgNPs exhibited broad-spectrum antibacterial activity against pathogens such as Staphylococcus aureus, Bacillus subtilis, Escherichia coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, and fish pathogens like Aeromonas veronii. Microwave-assisted synthesis with ethanolic extracts resulted in the highest inhibition, particularly against fish and tuberculosis-related pathogens, including Mycobacterium marinum. Nanoparticle formation was confirmed using various characterization methods, including ultraviolet-visible (UV-Vis) spectroscopy, X-ray diffraction (XRD), fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), which revealed crystalline structures. Transmission electron microscopy (TEM) analysis revealed that AgNPs varied in size, with an average diameter of less than 50 nm and all particles being smaller than 100 nm. This research demonstrates the potential of AgNPs as an effective alternative to antibiotics, offering targeted bacterial inhibition while reducing the risk of antibiotic resistance. This makes it a promising approach for treating bacterial infections in ornamental fish. - Some of the metrics are blocked by yourconsent settings
Item type:Publication, Dual optimization of ZT and output power in bulk Bi2Te3 through metal-assisted chemical etching(2026-03-01) ;Theekhasuk, Nattharika; ;Ono, Takahito; Nguyen, Duc NamThermoelectric materials offer a promising route for sustainable energy harvesting by directly converting waste heat into electricity, enabling compact, solid-state, and environmentally friendly energy solutions. Among them, bismuth telluride (Bi₂Te₃) stands out as the benchmark material for near-room-temperature applications due to its excellent electronic transport properties and commercial maturity. However, achieving high-performance in bulk or thick-film Bi₂Te₃ remains a formidable challenge. Conventional strategies such as doping, alloying, and nanoinclusion, while successful in thin films, often fail to translate effectively to bulk systems due to issues like pore collapse, poor uniformity, and degraded electrical connectivity. These limitations hinder the formation of efficient phonon-scattering architectures without compromising charge transport, resulting in limited improvement in the thermoelectric figure of merit (ZT). In this study, we present a novel and scalable nanoengineering strategy that applies metal-assisted chemical etching (MACE) to fabricate nanoporous surface layers on bulk Bi₂Te₃ for the first time. Unlike conventional nanostructuring techniques, MACE enables the formation of oriented nanostructures via a simple wet-chemical process, offering high tunability, low cost, and compatibility with large-area substrates. To reduce interfacial resistance, nickel was subsequently electrodeposited onto the nanostructured surface, forming a conformal contact layer that improves charge extraction and output performance. By systematically tuning the MACE duration, the optimized nanostructured Bi₂Te₃ sample exhibited a 2.3-fold improvement compared to the pristine bulk sample. Furthermore, due to the increased surface area from the nanoporous architecture, the internal resistance and output power of the nanostructured Bi₂Te₃ devices demonstrated 25-fold and 5.8-fold improvments, respectively, relative to the untreated sample. These remarkable improvements are attributed to the synergistic effect of enhanced phonon scattering within the nanoporous layer and improved charge transport enabled by the conformal nickel coating. This work not only introduces a powerful nanostructuring route for Bi₂Te₃ but also establishes a practical platform for high-performance, thick-film thermoelectric devices. The findings offer deep insight into the structure, property, and performance relationships governing thermoelectric efficiency and pave the way toward the scalable fabrication of next-generation thermoelectric modules for real-world applications such as industrial waste heat recovery and self-powered electronics. - Some of the metrics are blocked by yourconsent settings
Item type:Publication, Advanced AlN/SiO2/AlN multilayer coatings for protecting gold-like decorative surfaces: Improved hardness and color stability(2025-12-01) ;Raengroeng, Sitanan ;Theekhasuk, Nattharika; ; This study explores the development of multilayer AlN/SiO<inf>2</inf>/AlN thin film coatings to enhance tarnish resistance, surface hardness, and color stability of gold-coated silver substrates for decorative use. Gold films were deposited via electroplating, followed by multilayer coatings using reactive magnetron sputtering. The SiO<inf>2</inf> thickness was systematically varied while maintaining fixed AlN layers. Optical evaluations using CIE Lab parameters confirmed that the specimen with a 110-min SiO<inf>2</inf> layer exhibited acceptable color difference (ΔE < 5). X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS) revealed stable Al–N and Si–O bonds with minimal oxidation. Nanoindentation tests showed a significant hardness increase, reaching 7.02 ± 0.62 GPa. After 240 days of ambient exposure, multilayer-coated samples showed no visible discoloration or sulfur-induced degradation, unlike uncoated and electrochemically coated samples. These results confirm that AlN/SiO<inf>2</inf>/AlN multilayers effectively improve the durability and aesthetic stability of gold-like surfaces, offering a promising solution for long-term decorative applications. - Some of the metrics are blocked by yourconsent settings
Item type:Publication, Enhancing the anti-tarnish and mechanical properties of gold-coated silver sheets for decorative applications using TiO2 film protection(2024-12-01) ;Khanwaeo, Sarocha ;Srirach, Pisan; ; This study explores an innovative method to enhance the anti-tarnish and mechanical properties of gold-coated silver sheets, targeting decorative applications through the TiO<inf>2</inf> film coatings. The research focuses on gold films with a thickness of approximately 100 nm, and TiO<inf>2</inf> films ranging from 10 to 31 nm. It was observed that the color of the multilayer coatings exhibited significant sensitivity to variations in thickness, indicating that a TiO<inf>2</inf> coating with a thickness around 20 nm could be optimally applied to the gold film, maintaining an acceptable ΔE value. X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy analysis demonstrated the TiO<inf>2</inf> film's potential to inhibit the formation of Ag<inf>2</inf>S on the surface, thereby enhancing tarnish resistance. Furthermore, the application of a 20 nm TiO<inf>2</inf> layer reduced the friction coefficient from 0.28 to 0.24 for gold-coated silver. Durability tests involving 1,000 abrasion cycles revealed that the gold film without TiO<inf>2</inf> protection experienced delamination, with only about 57 % of the coated area remaining intact. In contrast, the samples protected with a TiO<inf>2</inf> layer retained approximately 90 % of the coating, underscoring the effectiveness of TiO<inf>2</inf> in preserving the structural integrity and appearance of the gold-coated silver sheets. - Some of the metrics are blocked by yourconsent settings
Item type:Publication, Advances in flexible telluride thin-film thermoelectric generators: Deposition, performance, and module fabrication(2026-04-01) ;Theekhasuk, Nattharika; ;Kianwimol, Supasak ;Khumtong, ThanakornToan, Nguyen VanFlexible thermoelectric generators (TEGs) are gaining increasing attention for wearable and skin-attachable electronics due to their ability to harvest low-grade heat from the human body. In this work, p-type Sb<inf>2</inf>Te<inf>3</inf> and n-type Bi<inf>2</inf>Te<inf>3</inf> thin films were deposited by direct current (DC) magnetron sputtering, and the effects of post-deposition annealing on their structural, electrical, and thermal transport properties were systematically evaluated. X-ray diffraction revealed that n-Bi<inf>2</inf>Te<inf>3</inf> exhibited higher crystallinity than p-Sb<inf>2</inf>Te<inf>3</inf>, attributed to its lower formation energy. Annealing at 250 °C markedly enhanced the electrical conductivity of both films, with p-Sb<inf>2</inf>Te<inf>3</inf> showing a larger improvement due to concurrent increases in carrier concentration and mobility driven by Te volatilization and the formation of acceptor-type vacancies and antisite defects. In contrast, n-Bi<inf>2</inf>Te<inf>3</inf> exhibited a slight reduction in carrier concentration as a result of compensating donor defects. Consequently, maximum ZT values of approximately 0.5 for p-Sb<inf>2</inf>Te<inf>3</inf> and 0.25 for n-Bi<inf>2</inf>Te<inf>3</inf> were achieved at 513 K. Notably, the compatibility factor (S) values of both films differed by less than a factor of two, indicating favorable thermodynamic pairing for p–n module assembly. A flexible TEG module with 12 thermocouples was subsequently fabricated and delivered an output power of 0.65 μW at ΔT < 25 K, demonstrating promising potential for scalable self-powered wearable electronics. - Some of the metrics are blocked by yourconsent settings
Item type:Publication, Simultaneous Seebeck coefficient and electrical conductivity enhancement of GeSbTe films via Sn addition(2022-06-15) ;Khwansungnoen, Phalakorn ;Daichakomphu, Noppanut; ; Sn-added GeSbTe (GST) thin films were deposited using a co-magnetron sputtering technique. The effects of varying the Sn content through a variable Sn target sputtering power and post annealing at 673 K were investigated. The DC power density applied to the GST target was controlled at 50 W, while the power density of the Sn target was increased from 0 W to 40 W. The results demonstrate the coexistence of the fcc-GST, hcp-GST and SnTe phases in the Sn-added GST thin films. The substitution of Sn at the Ge-site increases the crystallization speed and leads to defects and lattice disordered local arrangement in the GST films, causing the Seebeck coefficient to increase. The SnTe phase was created as a result of the high Sn content in the sample due to the over-doping limit of Sn into the GST structure. The presence of SnTe in Sn-doped GST films increased the electrical conductivity. The maximum power factor of 17.0 μW/cmK<sup>2</sup> at 450 K was obtained at an Sn content of 14.7 at%. These results indicated that the thermoelectric properties of Sn-doped GST films were improved via the formation of an appropriate amount of SnTe composite. - Some of the metrics are blocked by yourconsent settings
Item type:Publication, Optimal AIN film deposition conditions for enhancing surface corrosion resistance and silver appearance(2026-05-01) ;Sanguanmak, Pattarapol; ; ; This study investigates the development of AlN thin-film protective coatings for enhancing the corrosion resistance, surface hardness, and color stability of Ag 925 substrates used in decorative and wearable applications. AlN coatings were deposited by reactive DC magnetron sputtering, and the influences of working pressure and film thickness on bonding chemistry, oxygen incorporation, optical appearance, and artificial-sweat corrosion resistance were systematically evaluated. Increasing the working pressure promoted Al–O bond formation and noticeable surface discoloration, consistent with enhanced oxygen uptake that disrupted the near-surface Al–N bonding network. In contrast, films deposited within a moderate pressure window (2.5–7.5 × 10<sup>−1</sup> Pa) exhibited minimal color change (ΔE < 3), maintained stable Al–N bonding characteristics, and achieved a hardness of approximately 5.2 GPa. Film thickness further governed the protective performance: ultrathin AlN layers provided only limited resistance, whereas coatings thicker than ~ 300 nm significantly improved surface resistance, as supported by the reduced chloride-induced discoloration (ΔE decreased from ~ 33.6 to ~ 11) and the effective suppression of Ag and Cu oxidation, as confirmed by FE-SEM/EDS analysis. These results demonstrate that both an optimal working pressure regime and a sufficiently thick coating (> 300 nm) are essential for achieving long-term color stability and corrosion resistance in wearable silver applications. - Some of the metrics are blocked by yourconsent settings
Item type:Publication, Energy-saving synthesis and β-phase enhancement of Cu2Se thermoelectric materials via the microwave hybrid heating technique(2021-10-25); ; ; ;Harnwunggmoung, AdulHorprathum, MatiThermoelectric generators harvest energy from waste heat and convert it to electricity. β-Cu<inf>2</inf>Se is a candidate for them due to its outstanding thermoelectric properties and its environmentally friendly component elements. A microwave hybrid heating (MHH) method was used for the fast synthesis and enhancement of β-Cu<inf>2</inf>Se materials. The effects of the MHH reaction time on the phase microstructure and thermoelectric properties of the Cu<inf>2</inf>Se material were investigated, and the MHH method was compared with the conventional heating method. The X-ray diffraction patterns of samples, synthesized via the MHH method, showed monoclinic- (α) and cubic- (β) Cu<inf>2</inf>Se crystalline structures, whereas a single monoclinic-(α) structure was identified in a sample, synthesized via a conventional heating method. In addition, the β-Cu<inf>2</inf>Se phase was enhanced with increased MHH reaction time. The carrier concentration increased with β-Cu<inf>2</inf>Se content, which increased electrical conductivity and decreased the Seebeck coefficient. The Cu<sup>+</sup> ions in the β-Cu<inf>2</inf>Se phase led to the reduced thermal conductivity. A low thermal conductivity of 0.86 W m<sup>−1</sup> K<sup>−1</sup> and a maximum dimensionless figure of merit of 0.32 at 523 K were realized for 10 min MHH sample. Finally, MHH showed very low energy consumption and saved time, which are essential for industrialization. - Some of the metrics are blocked by yourconsent settings
Item type:Publication, High-performance flexible thermoelectric generator based on silicone rubber and cover with graphite sheet(2024-01-05) ;Gobpant, Jakrit; ; ; Junlabhut, PrasoppornHarvesting thermal energy through a flexible thermoelectric generator (FTEG) offers an excellent micro-power solution for energizing node sensors in the realm of Internet of Things (IoT) and wearable electronics. Nonetheless, current FTEG suffer from drawbacks including low efficiency, significant thermal resistance, and complex manufacturing procedures. In this study, a high-performance FTEG using silicone rubber was designed and fabricated using a straightforward process. The finite-element method was used to optimize the copper electrode thickness, and the bendable substrate layers with various thermal conductivity were studied for the first time. The copper electrode thickness of 0.1 mm was selected because it offers high flexibility and bendability while still providing a relatively high-power output. The 5 × 5 cm<sup>2</sup> FTEG device was fabricated and covered with a bendable substrate. Silicon rubber (0.08 Wm<sup>−1</sup>K<sup>−1</sup>), silicon rubber added 5% graphene (0.14 Wm<sup>−1</sup>K<sup>−1</sup>), and graphite sheets (15 Wm<sup>−1</sup>K<sup>−1</sup>) were used as bendable substrates. The FTEG cover with graphite sheets has a maximum output voltage of 1.1 V under a temperature difference (ΔT) at 65 °C. Its maximum output power is 162.4 mW, corresponding to a power density of 6499.1 µW/cm<sup>2</sup> under the same above ΔT. The experimental findings indicated that integrating a bendable substrate with high thermal conductivity and electrical insulation properties enhances the performance of the FTEG.
