Advanced Variance Reduction for Global k-Eigenvalue Simulations in MCNP
Description:
The "criticality" or k-eigenvalue of a nuclear system determines whether the system is critical (k=1), or the extent to which it is subcritical (k<1) or supercritical (k>1). Calculations of k are frequently performed at nuclear facilities to determine the criticality of nuclear reactor cores, spent nuclear fuel storage casks, and other fissile systems. These calculations can be expensive, and current Monte Carlo methods have certain well-known deficiencies. In this project, we have developed an…
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Date:
June 1, 2008
Creator:
Larsen, Edward W.
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