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Integrating Experimental Parameter Space For Granular Flow Within Polygon Tumblers, Michaela Mcmahon
Integrating Experimental Parameter Space For Granular Flow Within Polygon Tumblers, Michaela Mcmahon
Graduate Research Theses & Dissertations
Granular flows are complex phenomena bridging both fluid and solid mechanics and observed frequently in the natural world. The transitional dynamics of acceleration from solid body motion to rapid flow can affect many aspects including volume flow rates and mixing behaviors. In order to study the combination of both variables together within polygon-shaped tumblers, control systems are necessary with a corresponding user interface. This thesis reports an interface for changing variable inputs to the system. Predictions of rotation rates with corresponding interfaces with hardware connections are described. Results of image analysis verify output performance that incorporates the following variable changes: …