An adaptable direct simulation Monte Carlo method for simulating acoustic agglomeration of solid particles

Review of Acoustic Agglomeration Technology Research

“…It is crucial to determine which mechanisms predominantly influence agglomeration in diverse environments. Moreover, the Monte Carlo model currently does not account for agglomeration in turbulent flows, , necessitating the inclusion of a turbulent agglomeration kernel function in future Monte Carlo simulations . Recent studies have employed three-dimensional Computational Fluid Dynamics and the Discrete Element Method (CFD-DEM) to simulate acoustic agglomeration, focusing on flow pattern influences. ,, This approach is particularly suitable for turbulent flow conditions, yielding superior results compared to those obtained under simple laminar flow conditions.…”

“…The current debate among scholars primarily concerns the significance of the mutual radiation pressure effect in agglomeration processes. Some numerical simulation studies have incorporated this effect, yielding conclusions consistent with experimental results. ,,− Present-day numerical simulations typically consider the impact of the mutual radiation pressure effect on acoustic agglomeration, indicating that the underlying mechanism is well-established. However, some scholars have pointed out that significant deviations may occur between simulation results and experimental outcomes when considering the effect of mutual radiation pressure .…”