An assessment of software packages as applied to particles in a rotating mill

This thesis evaluates three different software packages to test their potential use i ncomminution. The packages are ELFEN, ABAQUS and Particle Flow Code (PFC²D). The numerical codes differe in the method of inputting data as well as the theoretical models used. ELFEN and ABAQUS are finite element (FEM) packages wheras PFC²D uses the discrete element method (DEM). The packages also differ in the integration and contact schemes, as well as the method used to calculate the critical time step in the analysis.

Grantor dc:publisher.institution

Department of Mechanical Engineering

Year dc:date.issued

2001

Author dc:creator

• Sonn, Leigh M

Advisor dc:contributor.advisor

• Nurick, Gerald N

Language dc:language.iso

eng

Handle dc:identifier.uri

http://hdl.handle.net/11427/5469

OAI identifier oai:identifier

oai:open.uct.ac.za:11427/5469