Multi-scale computational fluid dynamics (CFD) simulation bridges the gaps between
particle and reactor scales in the modeling of biomass pyrolysis. Its accuracy depends on …

Process simulation using mathematical modeling tools is becoming more common in the
pharmaceutical industry. A mechanistic model is a mathematical modeling tool that can …

The discrete element method has advanced significantly since it originated in 1979. This
paper aims to provide a selective overview of some major developments on contact …

Granular flow is common across different fields from energy resource recovery and mineral
processing to grain transport and traffic flow. Migrating particles may jam and form arches …

The feeding hopper is frequently used in grinding cement clinker to ensure a stable and
homogeneous feed of particles. However, due to the large variances in size, the clinker …

The contact volume based energy-conserving contact model is presented in the current
paper as a specialised version of the general energy-conserving contact model established …

The mechanical behaviors of granular materials are greatly influenced by the geometric
shapes, which is widely investigated using the discrete element method (DEM). Accurate …

The coating of tablets to prevent product degradation or control dissolution is a typical
process in its production. Coating uniformity is critical for the quality of final product and …

Screw conveyors are extensively used in modern industry such as metallurgy, architecture
and pharmaceutical due to their high-efficiency in the transportation of granular materials …

高速远程滑坡的破裂及致灾机制一直是滑坡灾害难点之一. 为了深入高速远程滑坡灾害动力学
过程, 本文提出了一种基于块体离散元法的黏结断裂模型, 并基于图形处理器(GPU) …