MatDEM-fast matrix computing of the discrete element method
Chun Liu, Hui Liu, Hongyong Zhang
Abstract
Discrete element method can effectively simulate the discontinuity, inhomogeneity and large deformation and failure of rock and soil. Based on the innovative matrix computing of the discrete element method, the high-performance discrete element software MatDEM may handle millions of elements in one computer, and enables the discrete element simulation at the engineering scale. It supports heat calculation, multi-field and fluid-solid coupling numerical simulations. Furthermore, the software integrates pre-processing, solver, post-processing, and powerful secondary development, allowing recompiling new discrete element software. The basic principles of the DEM, the implement and development of the MatDEM software, and its applications are introduced in this paper. The software and sample source code are available online (http://matdem.com).