Why use Particle Methods?

Introduction

NAFEMS wishes to commission an author to the publication “Why use Particle Methods?”.

Particle methods allow for the simulation of both discrete and continuous systems and have their forte in a domain where “traditional” finite element and volume methods tend to become inefficient. The publication is intended to focus on techniques which are advantageous for modeling fluid dynamics and complex multiphase flows.

Intended Readership

The intended readership consists of managers, team leaders, chief engineers and scientists responsible for analysis and modelling activities within their organisation.

Suggested Contents

The publication is expected to provide a detailed introduction to particle methods for engineering simulation including (but not limited to) the following topics;

• introduction of particle methods for continuous and discrete systems,
• application areas, strengths and limitations for the individual approaches,
• their role and place in the product development process,
• successful applications from different industry sectors,
• and should ultimately answer the question; “Why (and when) to use them?”.

F​ormat

The document should confirm to the standard NAFEMS publication template (provided upon contract award). The anticipated length of the publication is between 40-70 A5 pages.