Get a glimpse into the areas we are currently researching.
Modelling 2-phase gas-solid flow
Applications of nonlinear dynamics and chaotic behaviour in modelling 2-phase gas-solid flow.
Digital Twinning
The objective of introducing Industry 4.0 control and a digital twin is to reduce power consumption and negative effects on particle quality.
Air-classification of powders
Enhancing efficiency of ultra-fine air-classification of powders to facilitate global reductions in carbon emissions from food and transport
Enhancing efficiency of dense phase conveying
Enhancing efficiency of dense phase conveying of powders to facilitate reductions in carbon emissions from in-plant transport of ingredients and products in food, chemicals, minerals and other industries.
Controlling Powder Flowability
An experimental and analytical investigation into the factors controlling powder flowability from particle to bulk scale
Virtual Formulation Laboratory (VFL)
This project proposes to develop a software tool for prediction and optimisation of manufacturability and stability of advanced solids-based formulations.
Modelling Segregation
Cellular Automata Modelling for simulating segregation of wood pellets in silo filling and discharge
Predicting handling behaviour for high-value powders
A unique test technique for measuring forces between particles and surfaces using cohesive powders
Prediction of Particle Degradation
Improving methods for prediction of particle degradation in Pneumatic Conveying pipelines
