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Continuum theory of partially fluidized granular flows.

Journal Article · · Phys. Rev. E
A continuum theory of partially fluidized granular flows is developed. The theory is based on a combination of the equations for the flow velocity and shear stresses coupled with the order-parameter equation which describes the transition between the flowing and static components of the granular system. We apply this theory to several important granular problems: avalanche flow in deep and shallow inclined layers, rotating drums, and shear granular flows between two plates. We carry out quantitative comparisons between the theory and experiment.
Research Organization:
Argonne National Laboratory (ANL)
Sponsoring Organization:
SC
DOE Contract Number:
AC02-06CH11357
OSTI ID:
949474
Report Number(s):
ANL/MSD/JA-41311
Journal Information:
Phys. Rev. E, Journal Name: Phys. Rev. E Journal Issue: 6, Pt. 1 ; Jun. 2002 Vol. 65
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
ENGLISH

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