How to define the depth of computional region in a pesudo-3D simulation?

Narita · May 19, 2016, 07:08

First of all I'd like to appreciate everyone's attention to my threads.

I'm using the DPM model for 2D fluidization modelling. (I think it's better to call it pesudo-3D since the DPM particles are treated as spheres rather than cylinders)
However, the depth is automatically set to 1 meter on the depth (i.e., the 3rd dimension), for which I have to track plenty particles in a 2D simulation.
-.-|| I'm afraid I may have to go to real 3D simulation with the new boundarys set to Periodic Conditions, but ...

Is there any access to changing the depth of the computational region in a 2D simulation?

LuckyTran · May 20, 2016, 01:15

In the reference values, there is a depth. But I don't get how this would change anything. Anyway, the option is there if you want to change it.

Narita · May 28, 2016, 09:09

Quote:

Originally Posted by LuckyTran

In the reference values, there is a depth. But I don't get how this would change anything. Anyway, the option is there if you want to change it.

Thank you so much for the reply, LuckyTran.
You are right: it seems not change anything in the simulation, and, um, the only difference is in the statistical output.

... Yep simulation is always time-consuming.. I'd be patiently waiting for my results

May 19, 2016, 07:08	How to define the depth of computional region in a pesudo-3D simulation?	#1
Narita New Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Posts: 11 Rep Power: 10	First of all I'd like to appreciate everyone's attention to my threads. I'm using the DPM model for 2D fluidization modelling. (I think it's better to call it pesudo-3D since the DPM particles are treated as spheres rather than cylinders) However, the depth is automatically set to 1 meter on the depth (i.e., the 3rd dimension), for which I have to track plenty particles in a 2D simulation. -.-\|\| I'm afraid I may have to go to real 3D simulation with the new boundarys set to Periodic Conditions, but ... Is there any access to changing the depth of the computational region in a 2D simulation?

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May 20, 2016, 01:15		#2
LuckyTran Senior Member Lucky Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Orlando, FL USA Posts: 5,675 Rep Power: 66	In the reference values, there is a depth. But I don't get how this would change anything. Anyway, the option is there if you want to change it.