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In thermopile, why do we connect thermocouples in a series? Why not parallel? Can we also design a 'parallel connected thermocouple' (thermopile)?
That makes sense. But is it possible to design a parallel connected thermocouple (thermopile)?
While it's technically possible to design a parallel-connected thermopile, it wouldn't be very practical. The voltage generated by each thermocouple would cancel each other out, resulting in a lower net voltage output. Additionally, it would create a heavy thermal load on the common connection point, which could interfere with readings.