Research Article

Modeling of SPERT IV Reactivity Initiated Transient Tests in EUREKA-2/RR Code

Table 4

Kinetic parameters used for SPERT IV transient analysis.

ParametersValues

Moderator temperature feedback coefficient (20–35°C)−1.2 
Void feedback coefficient−41.5 /% decrease in moderator density
Prompt neutron lifetime6.4 × 10−5 sec
Effective delayed neutron fraction (—)0.0069