Parallel Processing of Monte Carlo Methods
The Monte Carlo method has long been established as an extremely valuable technique for the solution of particle transport problems. The detail with which it is possible to represent both the collision mechanics and geometry make the method the preferred one in most situations; however, the use of the method is normally restricted because of the large amount of computation required. Traditionally, this computation has been performed using vector supercomputers; hence, the cost of performing such calculations has been high. Now, the introduction of relatively low-cost parallel processing technology offers the performance of a supercomputer at a fraction of the cost and provides the possibility of the Monte Carlo method becoming a more widespread method of calculation.
- Sponsoring Organization:
- USDOE National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), Nuclear Criticality Safety Program (NCSP)
- OSTI ID:
- 6504899
- Report Number(s):
- CONF-891103--
- Journal Information:
- Transactions of the American Nuclear Society, Journal Name: Transactions of the American Nuclear Society Vol. 60; ISSN TANSA; ISSN 0003-018X
- Publisher:
- American Nuclear Society
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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