Abstract: Depth-averaged models, such as the Savage-Hutter model with Coulomb or Pouliquen fric tion laws, do not in some cases preserve the physical threshold of motion. In particular, the simulated granular mass can start to flow (or stay at rest) even if the slope angle of its free surface is lower (or higher) than the repose angle of the granular material involved. The problem is related to the hydrostatic pressure assumption, associated with the direction of integration, which is orthogonal to a reference plane or a reference bottom. We propose here...
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Mechanics
Classical mechanics
Mathematical analysis