Is there a free version of MCNP visual editor or similar?

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The discussion centers on the use of visual editors for MCNP (Monte Carlo N-Particle Transport Code) input files, specifically seeking free alternatives. Users can utilize the built-in Vised visual editor that comes with MCNP for geometry creation, although it has a learning curve. Additionally, there is a method to convert AutoCAD files into MCNP input files, although this process remains untested by the participants. Overall, Vised is recommended for visual checks of manually created input files.

PREREQUISITES
  • Familiarity with MCNP (Monte Carlo N-Particle Transport Code)
  • Basic understanding of input file structures for nuclear reactor modeling
  • Knowledge of geometry layout principles
  • Experience with AutoCAD for potential file conversion
NEXT STEPS
  • Explore the functionalities of Vised for MCNP geometry creation
  • Research methods for converting AutoCAD files to MCNP input files
  • Practice creating MCNP input files manually to enhance understanding
  • Investigate additional visual editors compatible with MCNP
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Nuclear engineers, researchers in reactor modeling, and anyone looking to enhance their MCNP workflow with visual editing tools.

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I have just started to use MCNP code for nuclear reactor modelling. I would like to practice using a visual editor for input file. Can anyone tell me how can I get a free version of visual editor or other similar editor compatible with MCNP?
 
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Alexe said:
I have just started to use MCNP code for nuclear reactor modelling. I would like to practice using a visual editor for input file. Can anyone tell me how can I get a free version of visual editor or other similar editor compatible with MCNP?

Have you tried to use the command

"mcnp ip inp=your file"
"ori 0 0 0"

Then you should be able to see the geometry
 
your copy of MCNP should have come with Vised, which is a visual editor that's supposed to help you create the geometry for your input file. there's a bit of a learning curve, but you might find it helpful in addition to using MCNP's built-in plotting. Personally I find it difficult to use so I usually create my input files by hand (laying the geometry out on paper can be helpful) and use Vised as a visual tool to check my input file.

There is also supposed to be some method where an AutoCAD file can be converted into an MCNP input file, but I've never tried or investigated it.
 

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