| abstract |
Compression springs on the hot side, bias the thermoelectric elements of the radioisotopic powered thermo-electric generator into contact with the casing wall. The bus straps, which electrically connect the cold ends of the thermoelectric elements are bonded directly to the inner wall of the casing by a pressure sensitive epoxy adhesive which is preferably a dielectric but a good thermal conductor thereby eliminating the need for cold-end hardware. |