Application of CAD-neutronics coupling to geometrically complex fusion systems

M. E. Sawan, P. P.H. Wilson, T. Tautges, L. A. El-Guebaly, D. L. Henderson, T. D. Bohm, E. P. Marriott, B. Kiedrowski, B. Smith, A. Ibrahim, R. Slaybaugh

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Abstract

An innovative computational tool (DAG-MCNP) has been developed for efficient and accurate 3-D nuclear analysis of geometrically complex fusion systems. Direct coupling with CAD models allows preserving the geometrical details, eliminating possible human error, and faster design iterations. DAG-MCNP has been applied to perform 3-D nuclear analysis for several fusion designs and demonstrated the ability to generate high-fidelity high-resolution results that significantly improve the design process. This tool will be the core for a full CAD-based simulation predictive capability that couples engineering analyses directly to the CAD solid model.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2009 23rd IEEE/NPSS Symposium on Fusion Engineering, SOFE 2009
DOIs
StatePublished - 2009
Externally publishedYes
Event2009 23rd IEEE/NPSS Symposium on Fusion Engineering, SOFE 2009 - San Diego, CA, United States
Duration: Jun 1 2009Jun 5 2009

Publication series

NameProceedings - Symposium on Fusion Engineering

Conference

Conference2009 23rd IEEE/NPSS Symposium on Fusion Engineering, SOFE 2009
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CitySan Diego, CA
Period06/1/0906/5/09

Keywords

  • 3-D nuclear analysis
  • CAD models
  • Monte Carlo

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