

Neutron spectrum control methods for reactivity compensation
https://doi.org/10.15518/isjaee.2023.04.120-124
Abstract
The paper considers the main methods that can be used to regulate the neutron spectrum in nuclear reactors. Their basic principles of operation, advantages and disadvantages are shown.
About the Authors
E. A. RodyginaRussian Federation
Ekaterina A. Rodygina - 6th year student of the Department of Nuclear Power Plants and Renewable Energy Sources
Yekaterinburg
S. N. Poteryaev
Russian Federation
Stanislav N. Poteryaev - engineer physicist
Yekaterinburg
S. E. Shcheklein
Russian Federation
Sergey E. Shcheklein - Doctor of technical science, professor
Yekaterinburg
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Review
For citations:
Rodygina E.A., Poteryaev S.N., Shcheklein S.E. Neutron spectrum control methods for reactivity compensation. Alternative Energy and Ecology (ISJAEE). 2023;(4):120-124. (In Russ.) https://doi.org/10.15518/isjaee.2023.04.120-124