diff --git a/Projects.md b/Projects.md index 28c1aa1..e4d9bf9 100644 --- a/Projects.md +++ b/Projects.md @@ -8,4 +8,14 @@ Currently, we rely on cross sections distributed with MCNP or SERPENT. It would ## Calculation of Kinetics Parameters -Many users need the capability to calculate the effective delayed neutron fraction and the mean generation time, two important parameters in kinetics. This project will involve implementing a method to calculate these parameters. \ No newline at end of file +Many users need the capability to calculate the effective delayed neutron fraction and the mean generation time, two important parameters in kinetics. This project will involve implementing a method to calculate these parameters. + +## Automatic Determination of Cell Volumes + +The capability to calculate cell volumes is both an essential and non-trivial capability. It can generally be broken down into three types of calculations: + +1. Rotationally symmetric bodies +2. Arbitrary polyhedra +3. All others (which must be calculated stochastically) + +The algorithm for calculating cell volumes is outlined in LA-8113-MS. \ No newline at end of file