Half-Heusler alloys (HHs) as medium- and high-temperature thermoelectric materials have attracted increasing considerable attention, owing to their excellent mechanical properties and thermal stability. Nonetheless, the intercoupling between the Seebeck coefficient and electrical conductivity, and their high thermal conductivity limit the furthermore enhancement of their thermoelectric properties. This review systemically summarizes and analyses the various current strategies for improving thermoelectric properties, such as manipulating band structure, optimizing electron and phonon transports, and constructing high configurational entropy, etc. Moreover, the possible deficiencies of the existing electric-phonon transport mechanisms are highlighted and discussed, which aiming to provide a meaningful guide for future efforts to accelerate the development of HHs. Finally, based on current research, a new potential future for the integration of single crystal technology and high-entropy effect is introduced for HHs.
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