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Current Trends in Methods for Neutron Diffusion Calculations

C. H. Adams

Nuclear Science and Engineering / Volume 64 / Number 2 / October 1977 / Pages 552-562

Technical Paper / dx.doi.org/10.13182/NSE77-A27389

Current work and trends in the application of neutron diffusion theory to reactor design and analysis are reviewed. Specific topics covered include finite difference methods, synthesis methods, nodal calculations, finite element methods, and perturbation theory.