Aspherix® Online Training
This course provides a hands-on introduction to particle simulations using the Discrete Element Method (DEM) with Aspherix®. Participants will learn the fundamentals of contact mechanics, simulation setup, and postprocessing. Advanced topics include material calibration, API extension, and coupling with flow fields.
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CFDEM®coupling Online Training
This course offers a practical introduction to coupled CFD-DEM simulations, focusing on particle-fluid interactions and drag modeling. Participants will gain hands-on experience with open-source CFD tools and CFDEM®coupling. Key topics include simulation setup, material calibration, and heat transfer mechanisms.
Fundamentals of DEM
Understand the principles of numerical particle simulations, including contact models, timestep restrictions, and material calibration.
Hands-On Learning
Gain practical experience using Aspherix® through both the graphical user interface (GUI) and command line and learn how to postprocess simulation results.
Selected Functionalities
Learn how to utilize features like coarsegraining, nonspherical particle shapes, 6DOF mesh solvers and one-way coupling with pre-defined flow fields.
Advanced Topics
Work with loops and variables on input script level and find out how to extend Aspherix® functionality via the API.
Flexible Schedule
Train at your own pace: Access the course materials anytime for a full month. The self-study content takes about one workday to complete—we recommend setting aside two days in total to get the most out of your training experience.
Fron Basics to Coupled CFD-DEM
The course begins with an introduction to basic CFD simulations, including theoretical background on drag modeling and the principles of CFD-DEM.
Hands-On Learning
Learn how to set up and run coupled CFD-DEM simulations using CFDEM®coupling, with a focus on the unresolved approach. You'll become familiar with the simulation structure, available models, and postprocessing techniques.
Material Calibration
Gain practical experience in material parameter calibration to align simulation results with experimental data.
Advanced Topics
Advanced topics such as resolved CFD-DEM and fluid-particle heat transfer expand your capabilities to simulate thermally driven processes and detailed particle interactions.
Flexible Schedule
Train at your own pace: Access the course materials anytime for a full month. The self-study content takes about one workday to complete—we recommend setting aside two days in total to get the most out of your training experience.