A Python-based tool designed to identify and analyze force chains in granular or particulate systems. This script processes simulation data, detects continuous paths of inter-particle forces, and provides insights into their structure and dynamics. Ideal for researchers working in granular mechanics, physics, or CFD-DEM simulations.
Save the simulation data for all time steps as separate CSV files. Ensure that each CSV file contains the necessary columns, such as ID and Points.
If analyzing data for a single sphere diameter, ensure the simulation setup reflects this.
Open the Python code and update the file paths to point to the exported CSV files.
Modify any calculation-specific properties in the script, such as force thresholds, material properties, or parameters needed for force chain analysis.
Execute the script to analyze the data and detect force chains. Output visualizations will be .VTK file and open it with Paraview