Simulation of VENUS-III Benchmark Experiment by JMCT Monte Carlo Code

VENUS-III benchmark was simulated based on 3-D general-purpose Monte Carlo coupled neutron and photon transport code JMCT (J Monte Carlo Transport Code). It includes detailed modeling, criticality calculation and shielding calculation. Firstly, criticality calculation is done, in which k_eff eigenvalue, fluxes in importance regions and energy spectrums are calculated. Almost same results are achieved by JMCT and MCNP. Warp of k_eff is about 0.24% the flux warp is less than 1%. Then, deep penetration shielding is simulated, in which fixed source is used. Tally includes fluxes of detectors in different locations. Calculated results agree well with experimental data. The most warps of JMCT and tests are within target accuracy of ±15%. It satisfies requirement of shielding calculation. It shows that JMCT code suits well for criticality and shielding simulation.