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ME4521 - Bulk Materials Handling
[Offered in odd-numbered years]
| Credit points: | 3 |
| Year: | 2020 |
| Student Contribution Band: | Band 2 |
| Administered by: | College of Science and Engineering |
Overview of bulk solids handling systems; properties of bulk solids; design of bins: function of bins, mass and funnel flow bins, wall pressure, feeders; gravity flow of bulk solids; conveyors: belt conveying, pneumatic conveying, air assisted gravity conveying, hydraulic conveying, screw conveying, vibratory conveyors, other types (overview); other related issues.
Learning Outcomes
- to demonstrate knowledge of the fundamental properties of bulk solids and the basic design principles of common bulk solids handling equipment.
Subject Assessment
- Invigilated > Quizzes or tests - (20% - 30%)
- project reports - (70% - 80%).
| Prerequisites: | Must have completed 48 credit points toward BEngineering |
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