Improving variance convergence rate in monte carlo eigenvalue simulations via delayed neutrons

Miao, Jilang; Forget, Benoit; Smith, Kord

doi:10.1016/j.anucene.2020.107376

Improving variance convergence rate in monte carlo eigenvalue simulations via delayed neutrons

Journal Article · Wed Jul 01 00:00:00 EDT 2020 · Annals of Nuclear Energy

DOI:https://doi.org/10.1016/j.anucene.2020.107376· OSTI ID:2279239

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Journal Information:: Annals of Nuclear Energy, Journal Name: Annals of Nuclear Energy Journal Issue: C Vol. 142; ISSN 0306-4549

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