Quick one about first steps in mathematical modelling of nuclear stuff

In summary, the conversation is about finding information sources related to modelling nuclear power in power plants and related fields. The person is a biomedical engineer and is interested in aspects such as heat generation, neutron flux, radiation, fuel, and coolant flow. They are also looking for a tool that can facilitate simulation and calculations for reactors, and webKORIGEN in Nucleonica (www.nucleonica.net) is suggested as a potential solution. This web-based application supports calculations for different types of nuclear plants and aims to make the process more efficient for users.
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Hi,
I am looking to get some good information sources on modelling nuclear power in power plants and related fields. Anyone got any good starting points ?

P.S. I am a biomedical engineer looking into different fields.
 
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What aspect are you interested in trying to model?

Heat generation? Neutron flux? Radiation? Fuel? Coolant flow? What scale & accuracy are you interested in?
 
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We have developed a web-based application for so-called burnup and depletion calculations in nuclear reactors. This is the webKORIGEN module in Nucleonica (www.nucleonica.net). You will have to register but access is free. With this simulation tool, you can be doing reactor simulations literally within minutes.

Our objective in this development was to facilitate the input preparation, pre-processing, running, post-processing and to offer a fast graphical output generation for webKORIGEN users. WebKORIGEN supports calculations for a set of standardized problems, trimmed to three major classes of nuclear plants. The nuclear systems supported by webKORIGEN are: the thermal power plants deployed worldwide as Pressurized Water Reactors (PWR) and Boiling Water Reactors (BWR) and a future extension to the current industrial technology : the European Fast Reactor (EFR).

Maybe this is the tool you are looking for.
 

1. What is mathematical modelling of nuclear stuff?

Mathematical modelling of nuclear stuff is the process of using mathematical equations and simulations to represent and understand the behavior and interactions of nuclear materials and processes.

2. Why is mathematical modelling important in the field of nuclear science?

Mathematical modelling allows scientists to predict and analyze the behavior of nuclear materials and processes without the need for expensive and potentially dangerous experiments. It also helps in designing more efficient and safe nuclear systems.

3. What are the first steps in mathematical modelling of nuclear stuff?

The first step in mathematical modelling of nuclear stuff is to define the system and its boundaries, and then identify the relevant physical phenomena and processes. This is followed by selecting appropriate mathematical equations and developing a computational model to solve them.

4. What are some challenges in mathematical modelling of nuclear stuff?

Some challenges in mathematical modelling of nuclear stuff include the complexity of nuclear systems, the need for accurate and reliable data, and the difficulty in accounting for all the intricate interactions between different components.

5. How is mathematical modelling used in the nuclear industry?

Mathematical modelling is used in the nuclear industry for various purposes, such as designing and optimizing nuclear reactors, predicting the behavior of nuclear materials in different conditions, and assessing the safety and reliability of nuclear systems.

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