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The discussion centers on simulating severe accidents in advanced nuclear reactors, specifically using the TRACE code for the AP1000 reactor. Participants emphasize the importance of understanding the structure of the input deck, which varies by code, and suggest consulting user manuals for example problems. Limited research exists on using TRACE with the AP1000, prompting requests for training materials and shared experiences. Networking and web searches for relevant resources, including NRC documentation, are recommended as valuable strategies for gathering information. Overall, the conversation highlights the need for specific guidance and resources in this niche area of nuclear reactor simulation.
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I am trying to make simulation of severe accidents in advanced nuclear reactors.

Can anybody advice me in how to write the input deck?

Is there any training materials about that?

Please, share your experience in simulationg nuclear reactors, problems you faced, etc.
 
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ayahsafety said:
I am trying to make simulation of severe accidents in advanced nuclear reactors.

Can anybody advice me in how to write the input deck?

Is there any training materials about that?

Please, share your experience in simulationg nuclear reactors, problems you faced, etc.
The structure input deck depends on the code one is using. Is one using TRACE?

To what kind of advanced reactor is one referring? Gen-III+ or Gen-IV?

There are training materials for most analytical codes. Usually a user's manual will have some example problems.
 
Astronuc said:
The structure input deck depends on the code one is using. Is one using TRACE?

To what kind of advanced reactor is one referring? Gen-III+ or Gen-IV?

There are training materials for most analytical codes. Usually a user's manual will have some example problems.

Actually, I will use TRACE and I'll try it to AP1000, Advanced Passive PWR.

Not many researchs were made using TRACE in AP1000, that's why I'm asking.
 
ayahsafety said:
Actually, I will use TRACE and I'll try it to AP1000, Advanced Passive PWR.

Not many researchs were made using TRACE in AP1000, that's why I'm asking.

Possible sources of information or advice:

http://www.lanl.gov/orgs/d/d5/teams/cfd.shtml

http://www.linkedin.com/in/yeonjongyoo

http://www.islinc.com/nuclear_systems_analysis.php

Even if they can't or won't help, they may have other contacts they can refer. Networking can be as good as a library. Try a web search for the TRACE Code and AP1000. Go to the NRC home page and try the same search. After all it is their go to code.

Good Luck.
 
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NUCENG said:
Possible sources of information or advice:

http://www.lanl.gov/orgs/d/d5/teams/cfd.shtml

http://www.linkedin.com/in/yeonjongyoo

http://www.islinc.com/nuclear_systems_analysis.php

Even if they can't or won't help, they may have other contacts they can refer. Networking can be as good as a library. Try a web search for the TRACE Code and AP1000. Go to the NRC home page and try the same search. After all it is their go to code.

Good Luck.

Thank you very much. I will try with these pages.

Best regards.
 
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