We present a version of the Discrete Element Method considering the particles as rigid
polyhedra. The Principle of Virtual Work is employed as basis for a multibody dynamics …

Mass-movement hazards involving fast and large soil deformation often include huge rocks
or other significant obstacles increasing tremendously the risks for humans and …

The discrete element method (DEM) is well suited for calculating the behaviour of bulk
materials. However, its application is limited because of the cumbersome calibration process …

To gain insight into how dynamic energy transmits within the ballasted assembly, a three-
dimensional coupled model that accounts for both the discrete element method (DEM) and …

The study of acoustic properties within particle systems is of great significance for inverting
system structures, designing soundproofing, or sound-guiding materials. To investigate the …

Attenuator barriers, in contrast to conventional safety nets, tend to smoothly guide impacting
rocks instead of absorbing large amounts of strain energy arresting them. It has been shown …

The behavior of road or perimeter protection barriers under vehicle impact are usually
investigated based on crash tests and finite element (FE) numerical approaches, which are …

Discrete element method (DEM) is a powerful tool for the dynamic simulation of irregular non-
spherical particle systems. The efficient integration of the rotational motions of numerous …

The chain-like structure and motion of the magnetic particles (MPs) in magnetorheological
fluid (MRF) determine the rheological properties of MRF. In order to investigate the …

A numerical analysis is validated against a Swiss Federal Commission for Technology and
Innovation (CTI)—frame impact experiment conducted by the Swiss Company Geobrugg …