Abstract

Polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) nanofibers reinforced with multi-walled carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs) were fabricated by electrospinning. MWCNTs were introduced into the PVA matrix through the application of an electric field. The morphology of the composite MWCNTs/PVA fibers was characterized by scanning electron microscopy. Results show that the nanofibers had a diameter between 48 and 103nm and contained a variable amount of MWCNTs. The electrical properties of MWCNTs/PVA nanofibers were investigated by fabricating impedance-type sensors. The impedance and electrical conductivity of the samples were evaluated in the range 46% and 89% relative humidity.

Highlights

  • Polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) nano韛 bers reinforced with multi-walled carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs) were fabricated by electrospinning

  • MWCNTs were introduced into the PVA matrix through the application of an electric 韛 eld

  • The morphology of the composite MWCNTs/PVA 韛 bers was characterized by scanning electron microscopy

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Polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) nano韛 bers reinforced with multi-walled carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs) were fabricated by electrospinning.

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