Particulate discrete element analysis is becoming increasingly popular for research in geomechanics as well as geology, chemical engineering, powder technology, petroleum engineering and in studying the physics of granular materials. With increased computing power, practising engineers are also becoming more interested in using this technology for analysis in industrial applications. This is the first single work on Discrete Element Modelling (DEM) providing the information to get started with this powerful numerical modelling approach.
Written by an independent author with experience both in developing DEM codes and using commercial codes, this book provides the basic details of the numerical method and the approaches used to interpret the results of DEM simulations. Providing a basic overview of the numerical method, Particulate Discrete Element Modelling discusses issues related to time integration and numerical stability, particle types, contact modelling and boundary conditions. It summarizes approaches to interpret DEM data so that users can maximize their insight into the material response using DEM. The aim of this book is to provide both users and prospective users of DEM with a concise reference book that includes tips to optimize their usage.
Particulate Discrete Element Modelling is suitable both for first time DEM analysts as well as more experienced users. It will be of use to professionals, researchers and higher level students, as it presents a theoretical overview of DEM as well as practical guidance on running DEM simulations and interpreting DEM simulation data.
Acknowledgments
Chapter 1 : Introduction
Chapter 2 : Particle Motion
Chapter 3 : Calculation of Contact Forces
Chapter 4 : Particle Types
Chapter 5 : Boundary Conditions
Chapter 6 : Fluid-Particle Coupled DEM : An Introduction
Chapter 7 : Initial Geometry and Specimen/System Generation
Chapter 8 : Postprocessing : Graphical Interpretation of DEM Simulations
Chapter 9 : DEM Interpretation : A Continuum Perspective
Chapter 10 : Analysis of Particle System Fabric
Chapter 11 : Guidance on Running DEM Simulations
Chapter 12 : Use of DEM in Geomechanics
Chapter 13 : DEM : Future nad Ongoing Developments
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