Development of Conductive Polyelectrolyte-Triggered Polymer Nanocomposite Attached With MWCNT

This study explores the dielectric properties and conductivity of nanocomposite membranes fabricated using polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF), multi-walled carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs), and poly (styrene sulfonic acid) (PSSA). PVDF works as a polymer, while PSSA behaves as a polyelectrolyte. With such materials incorporated together, the total dielectric content of the membrane will be added, and it will be suitable for use in the storage of energy and sensors. PVDF is selected as the polymer matrix because of the mechanical strength, flexibility, and inherent dielectric properties of the PVDF material. Developing conductive pathways within the matrix will improve the nanocomposite's electrical conductivity, dielectric constant, and dielectric loss behavior. Due to better system compatibility, MWCNTs are treated with PSSA to enhance the dispersion state and the PVDF matrix's dielectric stability. Characterization based on dielectric measurements was performed with the sample using an impedance analyzer.