ZAPP - a computer program for simulation of reactor power transients
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1983-06
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Australian Atomic Energy Commission
Abstract
This report describes a computer program which simulates power excursions in experimental fission reactors. A point reactor kinetics model is coupled with a one-dimensional heat conduction capability which allows the code to determine reactivity feedback produced as a result of density and temperature variations within the reactor. External reactivity step insertions and ramps may be included in the calculation. A simple treatment of coolant flow is available. Test cases are provided including one which simulates a run from the SPERT series of experiments.
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Fluid flow, Computerized simulation, Heat transfer, Reactivity, Reactor kinetics, Transients
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Clancy, B. E. (1983). Zapp-a computer program for simulation of reactor power transients (AAEC/568). Lucas Heights, NSW: Research Establishment, Australian Atomic Energy Commission.