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Improving the performance of pharmaceutical processing
equipment by utilizing particle simulation

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30 Nov 2016 Blog Simulation Technology

University of Cape Town uses Rocky DEM to simulate particle behavior

Dr. Indresan Govender, professor and researcher at University of Cape Town (UCT) in South Africa, recently gave us an interview about how he and his team have been using Rocky DEM and the advantages they are discovering. Read the complete interview...

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18 Oct 2016 Blog Simulation Technology

Analyze grinding efficiency by using particle Energy Spectra

Comminution (a term used for size reduction due to the application of energy) is known as an energy-intensive process, representing a major percentage of mineral beneficiation costs. In an ore beneficiation plant, for example, comminution can be responsible for up...

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01 Jun 2016 Blog Simulation Technology

Scanning and simulating unique particle shapes: an experiement

So you’ve identified that your Rocky DEM analysis could benefit from a more accurate particle shape. You say you have access to a sample particle and a 3D scanner? Excellent! So now what? The office I work in recently received our own 3D laser scanner so I took it...

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15 Apr 2016 Blog Mining Simulation Technology

Simulating rotary calciners using new Rocky DEM heat transfer models

Heat transfer in particulate materials is a key phenomenon in a variety of industrial applications. Very often material is handled and stored in granular form and is need to be heated or cooled for a given process.

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22 Jan 2016 Blog Mining Simulation Technology

Improving screw feeder design by using DEM

Screw feeders are extensively adopted in the food, plastics, mineral processing and agriculture industries as an efficient and economical method for conveying solid granular materials. The drawdown flow pattern depends on the screw and hopper design, as well as the...

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02 Dec 2015 Blog Simulation Technology

Rocky DEM and ANSYS coupling can ensure faster simulation and expand horizons

Rocky DEM continues to invest in Rocky DEM and ANSYS coupling functionality and presents new highlights about the increased integration between these two tools...

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21 Oct 2015 Blog Simulation Technology

Rocky allows digitized particle geometries, including concave shapes, to be used in DEM simulations

Have you ever thought about making a truly realistic DEM simulation of your unique particle shape? Wouldn't it be great if you could accurately replicate concave-shaped materials, like a potato chip or a hinge? Now you can!

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