Variations on R-curves and traction-separation relations in DCB specimens loaded under end opening forces or pure moments

In this work the differences in R-curve response and traction-separation relations due to a finite damage zone or large-scale bridging (LSB) in mode I fracture on double cantilever beams (DCB) were investigated under end opening forces (EOF) and pure moments (PM). To realize PM loading, a novel test-rig was designed, built and used to test adhesive joints with metallic substrates and unidirectional carbon fiber reinforced polymer (CFRP)...