A Simulation Method to Play with Porosity and Particle Size Distribution for Characterizing Porous Media

Abstract

This note presents a simulation method for investigating the relationship between porosity and particle size distribution in porous media characterization. The method simulates particle packing based on particle size distributions, incorporating descent and collision rules to mimic the natural deposition process while minimizing boundary-induced porosity distortions. By systematically varying the mean particle size and standard deviation, multiple packed structures are generated, and their corresponding porosities are calculated. This approach offers a flexible and scalable tool for exploring the impact of particle size distribution on porosity, providing both qualitative and quantitative insights into porous media properties.