DEM study on the optimization of asymmetric hopper configurations

Key Points

• Improved flow patterns enhance material handling in asymmetric hopper configurations, optimizing performance.
• Simulation results indicate that asymmetric hopper designs can significantly reduce clogging issues during operation.
• Using discrete element method (DEM), various hopper configurations were tested to determine their impact on particle dynamics.
• Findings highlight the potential for optimized hopper designs to increase efficiency in various industrial applications.