Addition of Central Control Rod in Small Modular Reactor Geometry Using Serpent

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Start date Feb 4, 2025
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Mcnp Reactor Reactor design

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To create a small modular reactor geometry in Serpent code, users need to define the reactor's geometry accurately, including the placement of a control rod at the center. It is essential to incorporate the correct code scripts in the geometry section to facilitate this setup. For a hexagonal lattice configuration, specific parameters must be adjusted to ensure proper representation of the reactor's structure. Users are encouraged to refer to Serpent documentation for guidance on scripting and geometry definitions. Proper implementation will enable accurate modeling of reactor behavior with the added control rod.

Feb 4, 2025

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TL;DR Summary: Addition of Central Control Rod in Small Modular Reactor Geometry Using Serpent

Dear Experts I would like to create a small modular reactor-like geometry for Serpent code (example: ABV reactor). How can I add a control rod to the center like in the picture below? Which code scripts should I add in the geometry part. And how can I do this in Hexagonal laticce?

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