Industrial production frequently experiences clogging of fines in a packed bed, which is also a long-term challenge. To investigate the flow of fines and comprehend the migration and clogging of fines, an unresolved CFD-DEM model was created in this paper. The effects of key variables are examined. It was demonstrated that the clogging mechanism of fins at various diameter ratios was different, and the larger diameter of fines, the more obvious the clogging. The number of inlet particles determines the occurrence of clogging. Fines are more inclined to form stagnant structures in the same place. One key element influencing clogging is the rolling friction coefficient, which regulates particle motion. The quantity of small particles that cause blockages likewise rises as the rolling friction coefficient does. The research enables the knowledge and optimization of industrial production by offering a basic understanding of the blocking behaviour of fines in packed beds.
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