(35b) People and Tools Advancing the Science of Particle Technology

Particle technology has many challenging aspects, but more tools than ever are available to tackle these problems including discrete element method simulations, combined fluid-particle simulation capabilities, advanced experimental methods like particle tracking velocimetry, continuum modeling developments, and advances in the understanding of the fundamental physics of particle interactions. The Particle Technology Forum is a remarkable gathering of sophisticated practitioners from a wide range of industries and talented academicians with a variety of advanced research skills and interests. The result is a group that is destined to continue to expand the tradition of the PTF in advancing cutting-edge high-quality research that is fundamentals-based and has meaningful impact on real problems in industry.