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In this paper, a direct method was proposed for determining the traction–separation laws (TSL) of cohesive zone model in modes I, II and mixed-mode using a mixed mode bending (MMB) specimen tested in different mixed-mode ratios and a compliance based beam method. The method was applied on adhesively bonded joints. TSLs obtained using the proposed method were in good agreement with TSLs obtained independently...