Abstract: In this paper, the current published work on nano-particle modified phenolic resin was summarized, focused on montmorillonite and nano-carbon materials based systems. The dispersion of montmorillonite in the phenolic matrix was considered a main issue. Other inorganic nano-particles such SiO2, TiO2 may impart the phenolic resin additive functions like ablative and tribological properties.

Key words: phenolic resin, nanocomposite, nano-carbontube, montmorillonite