Abstract
The stress distribution in the adhesive layer of the cruciform adhesive joint under the biaxial load was calculated by the finite element method (FEM) analysis. As a result, the shearing stress estimates to the von Mises criteria. Biaxial loading tests of cruciform adhesive joint with rectangular bonded shape were confirmed experimentally. The shearing strength was in independence to the load ratio. From above-mentioned result, in the case of resin which can use von Mises yield criterion, it was estimated that the fracture stress of cruciform adhesive joint be used as the strength of adhesive.
