Discrete element method (DEM)-based simulations are crucial for bridging macro and micro
research, particularly owing to the limitations of experimental methods. This paper reviews …

The effect of particle shape on particle breakage is investigated through triaxial tests on
sand assemblies mixed with non-spherical agglomerates using the discrete element …

An accurate understanding of the breakage mechanism of broken coal and rock mass and
its coupling relationship with stress and porosity is important for achieving efficient and safe …

The concrete faced rockfill dam is composed of granular materials and the failure pathways
typically exhibits multi-scale mechanical behavior. In this paper, a 2D polygonal DEM-FEM …

The purpose of this work was to analyse the compaction of a cohesive material using
different Discrete Element Method (DEM) simulators to determine the equivalent contact …

Particle breakage and the corresponding change of morphology are two key factors
governing the mechanical behavior of calcareous sands in offshore geotechnical …

This paper presents a fundamental study on the effect of the relative humidity on the rockfill
crushing strength. This aspect plays an important role in the mechanical behaviour of rockfill …

Particle crushing contributes significantly to the time-dependent compression behaviors of
crushable granular soils. It also is widely accepted that flooding aggravates the breakage …

Rockfill, a granular material with particle sizes usually in the range of 2 cm to 1 m, is a
commonly used construction material in a range of civil engineering applications. Rockfill's …

The compaction quality of rockfill materials plays a pivotal role in ensuring the stability and
durability of runway structures. However, traditional assessment methods relying on limited …