Abstract
Segregation and lack of material flow are common problems in smelter carbon plants. These problems can significantly impact plant operations and product quality. An understanding of the (practical) science of material flow, especially in/out of silos, bins, and hoppers are described, along with critical flow properties. Specific examples of flow problems are covered, along with approach(es) to ensure proper design and retrofit processes to eliminate various flow and segregation problems. Emphasis is given to the modern approach of using of the Discrete Element Method (DEM) to model granular material flows.
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Pittenger, B.H., Orlando, A.D. (2020). Solids Flow Considerations and Their Impact in Smelter Carbon Plant Operations and Product Quality. In: Tomsett, A. (eds) Light Metals 2020. The Minerals, Metals & Materials Series. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-36408-3_158
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