Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) has numerous applications in the field of energy
research, in modelling the basic physics of combustion, multiphase flow and heat transfer; …

This paper concerns technology challenges for the wind and solar sectors and the role of
computational science in addressing the above. Wind energy challenges include …

This study developed a new model, a 3D coupled computational fluid dynamics (CFD)-
discrete element method (DEM) model, by coupling two software programs, ABAQUS and …

The accuracy of the particle parameter settings directly affects the reliability of the simulation
results. The discrete element method used a repose angle test to address incorrect particle …

Improving energy efficiency in a blast furnace (BF) has a significant effect on energy
consumption and pollutant emission in a steel plant. In the BF, the blast injection creates a …

Fluid-particle-structure interactions (FPSI) govern a wide range of natural and engineering
phenomena, from landslides to erosion in abrasive water jet cutting nozzles. Despite the …

The P1 approximation is a computationally efficient model for thermal radiation. Here, we
present a P1 formulation in the context of the combined computational fluid dynamics and …

This work demonstrates the rapid development of a simulation environment to achieve Heat
and Mass Transfer (HMT) between Discrete Element Method (DEM) and Computational …

Abstract A CFD-DEM coupling model with dual-grid multiscale approach is used to model
high-speed injection into a packed bed reactor. The present CFD-DEM coupling uses a …

Particulate flows of combined granular media and fluids are relevant to several natural
phenomena as well as industrial applications. In geotechnical engineering, the existing …