This review focuses on how the modeling of dense granular media has advanced over the
last 15 years. The jum**-off point of our review is the μ (I) rheology for dry granular flow …

A fundamental understanding of the underlying physics of granular (particulate) systems is
not only of academic interest, but is also highly relevant for industrial applications …

This paper presents discrete element method (DEM) simulations with experimental
comparisons at multiple length scales—underscoring the crucial role of particle shape. The …

The development of reliable strategies to optimize part production in additive manufacturing
technologies hinges, to a large extent, on the quantitative understanding of the mechanical …

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 …

Two different methods for the modelling of real particle shape in 3D DEM simulations are
assessed in this paper. The first method uses overlap** spheres (clumps), while the …

A comprehensive comparison between the Hertz–Mindlin model and the linear spring model
in true triaxial shear simulations of granular soils was conducted using the discrete-element …

We present a review and critique of several methods for the simulation of the dynamics of
colloidal suspensions at the mesoscale. We focus particularly on simulation techniques for …

In this paper a multi-sphere as well as a polyhedral approach is investigated as method of
shape-approximation within the discrete element method. The two approaches are …

The mechanical and rheological behaviour of particulate and granular assemblies is
significantly influenced by the shape of their individual particles. We present a code that …