Discrete Element Method in the Design of Transport Systems – Bucket Elevator Simulation and Optimization
This page presents an overview of the book Discrete Element Method in the Design of Transport Systems, which focuses on the design, simulation, and optimization of bucket elevators using the Discrete Element Method (DEM). It is a practical resource for professionals working in mechanical engineering, bulk material transport, and the design of transport equipment.
The book introduces DEM in a clear and accessible way, using real measured input data to explain how simulations can replicate and predict the behavior of particulate materials in industrial systems. This approach is especially useful for the design and testing of bulk material handling systems, such as elevators, conveyors, and silos.
One of the book’s key strengths is its focus on simulation-based design. Readers learn how to compare DEM simulations with real-world performance data, making it possible to validate, calibrate, and optimize material flow in transport systems. By testing equipment virtually before production, engineers can save time and reduce costs while improving system reliability.
This makes the book highly valuable for engineers, researchers, and designers who work with bulk solids and need to ensure reliable and efficient material handling. It provides proven methods for predicting system behavior, preventing failures, and improving the overall performance of bulk material supply chains.
The content is especially relevant for industries involved in the transport, treatment, storage, and measurement of particulate materials. Using DEM helps companies avoid downtime, improve safety, and make better design decisions early in the development process.
LINK : Discrete Element Method in the Design of Transport Systems
The Authors
Ing. Daniel Gelnar, Ph.D.
Technical University of Ostrava (Vysoká škola báňská – Technická univerzita Ostrava), Czech Republic
Research Center CEET – ENET
Daniel Gelnar is a researcher and engineer specializing in bulk material transport and energy systems. At the CEET – ENET research center, he focuses on simulation-driven optimization of industrial transport processes using the Discrete Element Method (DEM). His work contributes to the development of reliable, cost-effective transport equipment through advanced modeling and testing techniques.
Prof. Ing. Jiří Zegzulka, CSc.
Faculty of Mining and Geology, Technical University of Ostrava (Vysoká škola báňská – Technická univerzita Ostrava), Czech Republic
Professor Jiří Zegzulka is a leading expert in mechanical engineering and bulk material technology. He works at the Faculty of Mining and Geology, where he focuses on the dynamics, transport, and processing of particulate matter. With extensive academic and industrial experience, he has contributed to a wide range of research projects and is a recognized authority in DEM-based transport system design.
