Peltier effect in the mixed state of high-Tc superconductors

The Peltier and Seebeck effects in the mixed state of high-Tc superconductors are proportional to the resistivity due to flux motion. Therefore, both effects also show the broadening of the transition regime characteristic for these superconductors. The origin of the Peltier effect is discussed in detail, and the validity of the Thomson relation is confirmed, as expected.