Modeling and simulation (M&S) play an important role in nuclear engineering since it enables the reproduction of the behavior of nuclear systems through computational models. However, with the increased requirements for nuclear reactor safety and economics and the development of new types of nuclear systems, traditional M&S methods and tools for reactor analysis are being challenged. Advanced modeling and simulation are expected to provide guidance for the design and optimization of current and next-generation reactors with newer and better models, including the ability to incorporate more underlying physical factors, use models with higher fidelity, and comprise different scales, and fit various computing hardware. The new modeling and simulation will benefit the nuclear industry by enabling scientists/engineers to analyze and optimize the performance and reliability of existing and advanced nuclear power plants.
This research topic aims to provide a platform for discussion of formalisms, methodologies, models, and simulation tools related to advanced modeling and simulation of nuclear reactors and associated systems.
We welcome submissions on novel concepts and innovations on the following topics:
1. Multi-scale/Multi-physics simulation for existing and advanced nuclear systems
2. Artificial intelligence applications in nuclear energy
3. Deterministic, Monte Carlo, and hybrid methods in reactor physics analyses
4. Thermal-hydraulics and safety analysis
5. Computational fluid dynamics and applications
6. Computer code development, verification, and validation
7. Uncertainty quantification, sensitivity analysis, and optimization
8. High-performance computing, visualization for fluid flow and radiation transport problems
9. Other applications related to advanced modeling and simulation of nuclear reactors
The editors encourage submissions of original research articles, short communications, and review articles that cover the above-mentioned topics.
Modeling and simulation (M&S) play an important role in nuclear engineering since it enables the reproduction of the behavior of nuclear systems through computational models. However, with the increased requirements for nuclear reactor safety and economics and the development of new types of nuclear systems, traditional M&S methods and tools for reactor analysis are being challenged. Advanced modeling and simulation are expected to provide guidance for the design and optimization of current and next-generation reactors with newer and better models, including the ability to incorporate more underlying physical factors, use models with higher fidelity, and comprise different scales, and fit various computing hardware. The new modeling and simulation will benefit the nuclear industry by enabling scientists/engineers to analyze and optimize the performance and reliability of existing and advanced nuclear power plants.
This research topic aims to provide a platform for discussion of formalisms, methodologies, models, and simulation tools related to advanced modeling and simulation of nuclear reactors and associated systems.
We welcome submissions on novel concepts and innovations on the following topics:
1. Multi-scale/Multi-physics simulation for existing and advanced nuclear systems
2. Artificial intelligence applications in nuclear energy
3. Deterministic, Monte Carlo, and hybrid methods in reactor physics analyses
4. Thermal-hydraulics and safety analysis
5. Computational fluid dynamics and applications
6. Computer code development, verification, and validation
7. Uncertainty quantification, sensitivity analysis, and optimization
8. High-performance computing, visualization for fluid flow and radiation transport problems
9. Other applications related to advanced modeling and simulation of nuclear reactors
The editors encourage submissions of original research articles, short communications, and review articles that cover the above-mentioned topics.