A comprehensive review on modified phenolic resin composites for enhanced performance across various applications

Yue Zhang; Yande Liu; Dawei Jiang; Marwan Shalash; Salah M. El-Bahy; Zijian Wu; Juanna Ren; Zhanhu Guo; Zeinhom M. El-Bahy

doi:10.1002/pc.29537

A comprehensive review on modified phenolic resin composites for enhanced performance across various applications

Yue Zhang, Yande Liu, Dawei Jiang^*, Marwan Shalash, Salah M. El-Bahy, Zijian Wu, Juanna Ren, Zhanhu Guo^*, Zeinhom M. El-Bahy

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Abstract

Phenolic resin (PR), renowned for its strong adhesive properties, superior heat resistance, and excellent chemical stability, finds extensive applications in industries, such as electronics, coatings, and textiles. However, with the advancement of technology, the need to modify PR to meet higher standards in specialized fields has become a significant research focus. Current research on PR modification emphasizes both physical methods, including filler enhancement and fiber reinforcement, and chemical methods, such as copolymerization, grafting, and cross-linking. This review provides an in-depth examination of the progress in PR modification research from both physical and chemical perspectives, highlighting the improved performance post-modification. Additionally, we summarize the latest advancements in the application of PR composites and predict future trends and growth prospects. This review aims to guide the design and implementation of modified PR composites for enhanced performance across various domains.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	8731-8769
Number of pages	39
Journal	Polymer Composites
Volume	46
Issue number	10
Early online date	23 Jan 2025
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1002/pc.29537
Publication status	Published - 10 Jul 2025

Keywords

composite performance
phenolic resin
phenolic resin application trends
physical and chemical modification techniques

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