The effect of polyvinyl alcohol functionalized multiwall carbon nanotubes on the improvement of the compressive strength of concrete

Multiwalled carbon nanotubes were functionalized by polyvinyl alcohol in order to synthesize potential additive for concrete to improve mechanical properties. The obtained nanostructure was characterized structurally and surface morphologically by various techniques. These techniques revealed the success of the functionalization process in preparation of the strengthening additive. The mechanical characterization of the concrete composite...