Introduction to thermal and electrical conductivity
AimsBefore you startIntroductionIntroduction to conductionMetals: the Drude model of electrical conductionFactors affecting electrical conductionThermal conduction metalsElectrical conduction: non metalsNon-metals: thermal phononsApplicationsSummaryQuestionsGoing furtherTLP creditsTLP contentsShow all contentViewing and downloading resourcesAbout the TLPsTerms of useFeedbackCredits Print this page
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Aims
On completion of this TLP package, you should:
- Understand the basic mechanisms and models of thermal and electrical conduction, in metals and non metals.
- Be aware of some of the factors that affect both types of conduction.
- Know some of the applications for both types of conductors and insulators.