SIMULATE-E

Yields the distribution of fission power within the core in three-dimensional detail while including the significant effects of thermal-hydraulics, control systems and fuel depletion on the macroscopic cross sections.

Usage: simuate input

Location: /usr/codes/simulate


The SIMULATE computer program calculates the reactor power distribution and k-effective in three-dimensional geometry while accounting for the significant effects of power, moderator density, control, and exposure on the cross sections. The neutron balance equation is applied in an iterative process where the cross sections are first calculated on the basis of approximate power and moderator density distributions and are then recalculated frequently while the power distribution is converging. Substantial numbers of optional calculations are available during input generation, during the coupled nuclear-hydraulic iterations and in a post-processor section.