Experimental and Numerical Investigations on Progressive Fracture of Timber and Timber-Adhesive Bond

This thesis investigates the intricate study of the progressive fracture mechanics of timber and timber adhesive bonds, employing a combination of experimental and advance numerical simulations. The primary focus lies in the development and utilisation of finite element (FE) modelling techniques, integrating both continuum damage mechanics (CDM) and cohesive zone modelling (CZM).