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Helpful Hints and Tips: Application of Bolt-Preload via Multi-Body Contact

Home ShopLinear Elasticity SolverHelpful Hints and Tips: Application of Bolt-Preload via Multi-Body Contact

Helpful Hints and Tips: Application of Bolt-Preload via Multi-Body Contact

Abstract: Two options are available for representing pre-loading of 3D bolted joints:

  • Shortening of the bolt shank length to interfere with the plate surface and induce tension on the bolt
  • Applying a negative ΔT to the bolt shank elements via a thermal load
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