Bulk Materials Handling: DEM Impact Analysis Conveyor Chute Design Comparison
DEM (discrete element modelling) is a powerful technique used to model particle flow in the design of bulk materials handling equipment. Insights gained from DEM analyses can help design more efficient equipment and transfer chutes. Among others, DEM is useful in predicting bulk materials flow patterns and flow rates; wear patterns; and velocity profiles relative to the conveyor equipment and transfer chutes.