Table 2

Maximum Stresses in Implants in Different Models

Stress in Discs (Load: 400 N Compression + 10 Nm Bending)Maximum Von Mises Stress (Mpa)
FlexionExtension
Only disc134.5128.2
PDS + parallel discs166.1244.1
PDS + 20° angled discs220.4224.4
PDS + parallel and 20° angled discs149.1269.6