Using HELIOS Code for Preparing Macroscopic XS in PARCS

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The discussion revolves around the use of the HELIOS code for preparing macroscopic cross sections (XS) for the PARCS code. Participants explore the availability of HELIOS, its relationship with other codes, and specific limitations regarding geometry support.

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Main Points Raised

  • Some participants inquire about the availability of the HELIOS code and its integration with PARCS.
  • One participant notes that HELIOS was developed by Scandpower and later acquired by Studsvik, mentioning the preferred lattice code is Studsvik's CASMO.
  • Another participant states that HELIOS can be obtained from Studsvik, highlighting that there are terms and conditions for academic use.
  • A participant points out that Studsvik's CASMO does not support hexagonal geometry.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree on the relationship between HELIOS and PARCS, as well as the limitations of CASMO, but there is no consensus on the specifics of obtaining HELIOS or its integration process.

Contextual Notes

The discussion does not resolve the specific steps for obtaining HELIOS or the implications of its limitations on geometry support.

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Hello all
Has anybody use HELIOS code yet? I need that in order to preparing macroscopic XS to PARCS.
 
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Apparently plenty of people use Helios, but probably not too many post at PF.

As far as I remember, Helios was developed by Scandpower, but Studsvik bought (merged with) Scandpower in the mid 1990's. The preferred lattice code is Studsvik's CASMO, which can be linked to Studsvik's SIMULATE core simulator or AREVA's MICROBURN.
 
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Hi Astronuc
Do you know how can I obtain HELIOS code? because I need that in order to link to PARCS.
 
chivasorn said:
Hi Astronuc
Do you know how can I obtain HELIOS code? because I need that in order to link to PARCS.
One can obtain HELIOS from Studsvik. I believe they have terms and conditions for academic use.
HELIOS Generalized Geometry Lattice Analysis
http://www.studsvik.com/index.php?p=ko&s=about_nuclear_fuel_analysis_software&t=helios&afw_lang=en
 
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Thank you Astronuc!
 
bear in mind that Studsvik's CASMO cannot support hexagonal geometry
 

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