Hi, I would like to analyse the stability of LCP plate used for femur shaft fracture. I prepared FEM model but I need a preload force which should be used to simulate pressure exerted by the screws. In the first step I assume, that contact between screws and bone is bonded. Now I would like to simulate frictional contact but without these forces it does not make sense. Do you know how big are these forces?

Thanks for any tips,

Kuba

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