Influence of the electrospinning parameters on the morphology of composite nanofibers

Purpose: In the paper the fabrication of composite nanofibers using electrospinning technique was reported. That processing technique was used to synthesis composite nanofibers with various morphologies using a precursor composed of poly(vinyl) alcohol (PVA), copper acetate (CuAC) and acetic acid (C2H3OH). The morphology of formed nanofibers depends not only on the spinning parameters, but also on the composition of the polymer solution. The purpose of the study was to obtain results that allowed to determine the influence of parameters of the electrospinning process on morphology of the composite nanofibers. Design/methodology/approach: The obtained nanofibers were characterized through high resolution scanning electron microscopy (SEM). It was noticed that the morphology of composite nanofibers depends on the applied voltage and nozzle-collector distance. The research was carried on a scanning electron microscope. Findings: The influence of parameters of the electrospinning process on morphology of the composite nanofibers was determined. Research limitations/implications: The research was carried out on samples, not on final elements. Originality/value: The paper presents the influence of the electrospinning parameters on the morphology of composite nanofibers.