DEM Short Course 2018
DEM Short Course 2018: Modelling of Particulate Systems Background Understanding the bulk behaviour of particulate solids is of great interest in many processes, but it is at the same time very challenging due to the discrete nature of particles. Discrete Element Method (DEM) is a computational modelling tool for the simulation of the behaviour of particulate assemblages based on Newton’s second law of motion and contact mechanics. It is particularly suitable for analysing particulate processes and products, and is rapidly gaining popularity due to its simplicity, cheap computer memory and increased speed to calculate the movement of a large number of particles. This short course is designed to outline the principles of modelling of particulate systems by this method. It provides an opportunity for the participants to learn and implement the DEM for analysing a number of common processes, such as compression, shear deformation, granular flow, mixing, etc.
In a separate but related event, we are also organising a workshop on the day following the course, 7th September 2018, to address the current state of the DEM capability and future trends and challenges by leading researchers in this field. A separate announcement is made for the seminar day with its own separate registration. For more information on the workshop, please visit here. DEM Software As a modelling tool, the state-of-the-art computer code EDEM, developed by DEM Solutions, Edinburgh, will be used for addressing the issues in relation with particulate processes. To reinforce and consolidate the learning, DEM Solutions offer a one-month free license for the course participants. Meeting Objectives This one-day meeting aims to address the challenges and future trends on modelling of particulate processes and products by this method. A number of common processes, such as compression, shear deformation, granule flow behaviour, and mixing will be covered. Programme Day 1: Wednesday 5th September 2018 - Principles of Modelling of Particulate Systems using Distinct Element Method
Introductory lecture on modelling of particulate systems using Distinct Element Method
Contact mechanics
Deformation
Friction
Damping
Adhesion
Software training for beginners I
Introduction to the Creator and Simulator levels of the software
Introduction to the models of vessel geometry
Introduction to the Analyst level of software
Case Studies
Day 2: Thursday 6th September 2018 - Applications of Distinct Element Method to Analysis of Particulate Systems
Shape Modelling
Fluid-Particle Two-way Coupling
Software training for beginners II (broader applications)
Introduction to built-in and plug-in contact models
Particle shape consideration in EDEM
Modelling of the complicated vessel geometries in particulate processes
Case studies
Lecturers The course will be given by a number of experts in the DEM analysis, with close tutorial assistance provided by a number of scientists who are active in this field:
Professor Mojtaba Ghadiri, University of Leeds
Dr Mehrdad Pasha, University of Leeds
Dr Sadegh Nadimi, University of Leeds
Dr Alberto Di Renzo, University of Calabria
Who should attend This course is intended for scientists, engineers and technologists who wish to gain a better understanding of particulate processes and products behaviour based on single particle properties in order to enable them to address processing and manufacturing issues from a fundamental base. For Students: £400.00
For Non-students:£800.00
Fees include:
cost of tuition
course materials
lunches
light refreshments
course dinner
Venue The course venue will be the Faculty of Engineering at the University of Leeds. Please note, car parking for visitors is unavailable at the University. The nearest public car park is Woodhouse Lane (multi storey) at LS1 3HQ. Accomodation Delegates are responsible for their own accommodation, if required. A list of hotels close to the University is available on request. Event Registration Link:
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For online booking queries and for all other enquiries please contact:
Dr Mehrdad Pasha
Short Course Director
School of Chemical & Process Engineering
University of Leeds
Woodhouse Lane
Leeds LS2 9JT
Email: M.E.Pasha@leeds.ac.uk
Web: https://ghadiri-group.leeds.ac.uk Short Course Final Program