ABSTRACT
Incorporation of polyvinylcarbazole (PVK) with other materials such as nanoparticles can enhance their functional performance and properties. PVK is a conducting, π-conjugated saturated hydrocarbon polymer supported by aromatic carbazolyl groups and thus more suitable for charge conduction applications, having holes as charge carriers. Composites involving PVK exhibit better thermal, mechanical, and chemical stability as well as durability and ease of application. PVK-nanocomposites have broad areas of application and can save up to $30 billion in the packaging industry alone. If its potential can be unleashed in all the emerging sectors, it will create a technological and economic boom with significant and eco-friendly results. This chapter presents a comprehensive analysis of recent progressions of PVK-nanocomposites, including coatings, membranes, and films, providing an indication of various facets dealing with preparation methods, application area, coating properties, and characterizations. It covers potential applications in fields such as water purification, solar energy harvesting, anticorrosion, anti-wear, self-cleaning films, antibacterial treatment, radioprotections, cellular markers, and electronics.
