Abstract:The fracture energy of the epoxy resin mixture was obtained through a semi circular bending(SCB) test. By comparison of fracture energy for samples with different oil stone ratios, the optimal oil stone ratio was determined. The SCB test was simulated using bilinear cohesive zone model(BCZM). The stress distribution, crack generation and evolution were analyzed and verified by test results. Results show that fracture energy can be used for determining the optimal oil stone ratio of the epoxy resin mixture. The fracture process of epoxy resin mixture can be divided into five stages: initial loading stage, damaged stage, fracture stage, fracture propagation stage and specimen failure stage. It is reasonable to simulate fracture behavior of epoxy resin mixture using BCZM. Increase of the fracture energy and cracking strength can delay evolution of cracks.