A degradable mode I cohesive zone model developed for damage and fracture analysis of dissimilar composite/metal adhesive joints subjected to cyclic ageing conditions

Adhesive joints are frequently exposed to cyclic ageing conditions during their service life, which can have a substantial impact on the mechanical properties of both the adhesive and the substrates. The safe life philosophy, commonly employed in the design of bonded joints, underscores the importance of obtaining an accurate estimate of the...