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Ansys Learning Forum Forums Discuss Simulation General Mechanical Bolt pretension giving unusual results Reply To: Bolt pretension giving unusual results

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.