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Comprehensive Neutronics Simulations

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Comprehensive neutronics simulations are coupled simulations of neutron and multiple neutron-related physical effects for the entire space and life cycle of nuclear systems. The key goal of comprehensive neutronics simulations is to solve neutron transport problems characterized by strong anisotropy, which exist in the whole-life design and safety operations of advanced nuclear systems. In this chapter, the framework of comprehensive simulation systems is presented. Then, the modeling, calculation, and visual analysis are discussed. Finally, several typical simulation systems are briefly introduced.

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Wu, Y. (2019). Comprehensive Neutronics Simulations. In: Neutronics of Advanced Nuclear Systems. Springer, Singapore. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-13-6520-1_8

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