MCNP5 vs MCNPX: What's the Difference?

[Rosenti 87]

Hello everyone,
I need help.
Anyone can explain what is the basic differences between MCNP5 and MCNPX? I appreciate every suggestion for help me. Thanks. Rose

 

[parazit]

Hi,
You may want to check the link. I hope it works for you.

Best.

 

[Stephan_doc]

the MCNPX can be used for depletion calculations

 

[Rosenti 87]

Thanks a lot "Parazit". The link has helped me.

Hi,
You may want to check the link. I hope it works for you.

Best.

 

[Rosenti 87]

the MCNPX can be used for depletion calculations

Thanks a lot for reply. But, can you explain depletion calculation means? If you don't have any objection, you can explain by example. thx

 

[Astronuc]

Depletion refers to the decrease, or depletion, of fissile nuclides, e.g., ²³⁵U and ²³⁹Pu with time. When a nucleus fissions, the result is two new radionuclides, or fission products. So, in addition to depletion, one must calculate the accumulation of fission products. In addition to fission, one also must account to the creation of fissile isotopes, e.g., ²³⁹Pu and ²⁴¹Pu, and other transuranics, e.g., isotopes of Am and Cm.

 

[Rosenti 87]

Thank you Astronuc for the explanation.