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March 6, 2024 at 1:37 am
deepesh.p.gurdasani
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Yes the rectangular plates have 'frictionless' contacts with the bolt shank (Same area where the bolt preload is applied).

The bolt preload is applied only on the area shown in image so that it doesnt interfere with the bonded contact.