Corn contact parameter calibration and optimization for variable particle shape application in DEM simulation of high moisture corn kernel

Smart Agricultural Technology 2026 Open access

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Authors: Emmanuel Baidhe, Clairmont L. Clementson
DOI: 10.1016/j.atech.2026.102087
Cited by: 1
References: 45

Abstract

Discrete element methods (DEM) provide an opportunity for thorough analysis of postharvest handling of high moisture corn (above 21%). Accurate DEM predictive simulations, however, require precise parameter (inter-particle and particle-surface frictional properties) calibration. Most parameter values available in the literature are based on corn at moisture levels sphero-polygon > custom polyhedron. All particles presented bulk height and static AOR with a relative error of

Fields of Study & Subjects

Soil Mechanics and Vehicle Dynamics Granular flow and fluidized beds Crop Yield and Soil Fertility

Publication details

Journal / source
Smart Agricultural Technology
Publisher
Elsevier BV
Volume
14
Pages
102087–102087
Publication date
8 April 2026
Language
EN