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Core Physics Analysis of An Assembly of HTTR Reactor using Homogeneous and heterogeneous model.

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Last updated: 03 Jan 2025

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MCNPX computer code based on Monte Carlo method is used to design a computer model for an assembly of high temperature testing reactor (HTTR). Two models are used in the analysis , homogeneous and heterogeneous models. The reactor uses TRISO fuel , Graphite moderator and helium coolant. The multiplication factor of the assembly is determined as function of fuel burnup and operation time. Axial power mapping distributions are evaluated. Time evolution of actinides ( U235 and Pu239 ) are calculated as a result of fuel burnup. Fuel and moderator temperature coefficient of reactivity are determined as a function of operating temperature. The effect of Helium coolant losses on reactor criticality is evaluated bu assuming reduction of helium density to one percent of its nominal density. The results indicated that homogenous model results are in good agreement with heterogeneous models with average difference of approximately 5 %. This enable homogeneous model to be used in full reactor core simulations.

DOI

10.21608/ajnsa.2023.207848.1744

Keywords

HTTR Reactor, TRISO Fuel, MCNPX code, Mont Carlo Method, and Homogeneous and Heterogeneous model

Authors

First Name

Moustafa

Last Name

Aziz

MiddleName

Abdelwahab

Affiliation

Nuclear Safety Center, Egyptian Atomic Energy Authority, Cairo, Egypt

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moustafaaziz1983@gmail.com

City

Cairo

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0000-0001-7736-2606

Volume

57

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1

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45153

Issue Date

2024-01-01

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2023-04-29

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2024-01-01

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1

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10

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1110-0451

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2090-4258

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Arab Journal of Nuclear Sciences and Applications

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Core Physics Analysis of An Assembly of HTTR Reactor using Homogeneous and heterogeneous model.

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23 Dec 2024