Preliminary results of GODIVA-IV prompt burst modeling
The dynamic computer model developed to simulate GODIVA-IV prompt bursts adequately predicts the magnitude of power bursts. Also, it demonstrates the characteristic features of prompt bursts in metal assemblies, such as the change in shape of power pulses and the ringing of fuel surfaces at the onset of inertial effects. The model will be used to test more sophisticated reactivity feedback coefficients and neutronic-hydrodynamic coupling schemes. It will also be used for a more detailed analysis of inertial effects.
- Research Organization:
- Los Alamos National Lab. (LANL), Los Alamos, NM (United States)
- Sponsoring Organization:
- USDOE, Washington, DC (United States)
- DOE Contract Number:
- W-7405-ENG-36
- OSTI ID:
- 244666
- Report Number(s):
- LA-UR-96-1498; CONF-9605176-2; ON: DE96010379; TRN: 96:014612
- Resource Relation:
- Conference: Nuclear criticality technology safety project workshop, Gaithersburg, MD (United States), 14-15 May 1996; Other Information: PBD: [1996]
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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