Simulation Files and tutorial PDF download link
EDEM Tutorial 3 - Rock Box.zip
This tutorial uses mixed shape solver only available in EDEM 2023 onwards. For earlier versions of the tutorial use this version - EDEM Tutorial 3 - Rock box Legacy 2021.zip
EDEM Conveyor Rock Box Tutorial Overview
Set-up of a simulation in EDEM with a focus on post-processing.
The tutorial script is divided into two parts for EDEM Classroom and Professional edition.
- Mixed shape solver (Polyhedral particles + multi-sphere particles)
- Creation of multiple particle types and shapes
- Use of particles CAD templates
- Hertz-Mindlin and Moving Plane contact models
- Creation of a mass flow sensor and a bin group
- Generation of graphs and pie charts
Tutorial Level
Beginner
Model Overview
A rock box with two conveyor belts.
Duration
Setup - 40 min
Simulation - 30 min
Analysis - 20 min
For further EDEM learning material please see the following links for tutorials , e-learning, training and How-To videos:
- EDEM Tutorials
- New to EDEM? – Check the EDEM eLearning courses
- EDEM online training
- Altair How-To YouTube
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