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2026 ANS Annual Conference
May 31–June 3, 2026
Denver, CO|Sheraton Denver
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Fusion energy: Progress, partnerships, and the path to deployment
Over the past decade, fusion energy has moved decisively from scientific aspiration toward a credible pathway to a new energy technology. Thanks to long-term federal support, we have significantly advanced our fundamental understanding of plasma physics—the behavior of the superheated gases at the heart of fusion devices. This knowledge will enable the creation and control of fusion fuel under conditions required for future power plants. Our progress is exemplified by breakthroughs at the National Ignition Facility and the Joint European Torus.
Technical Session|Methods
Tuesday, April 23, 2024|3:30–5:15PM PDT|Franciscan D
Session Chair:
Scott P. Palmtag
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This session is Part 2 of a two-part special session. This session continues with the presentation of 3 more papers related to the OECD/NEA TVA WB1 Benchmark. At the end of this session there will be a 20-minute discussion about next steps for the benchmark.
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MC21/CTF Solutions to OECD/NEA TVA Watts Bar Unit 1 Multiphysics Cycle 1 Benchmark Exercises 1 and 2
3:30–3:50PM PDT
Edwin J. Grant (Naval Nuclear Laboratory), Daniel J. Kelly III (Naval Nuclear Laboratory), Brian N. Aviles (Naval Nuclear Laboratory)
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MC21/CTF Solutions to OECD/NEA TVA Watts Bar Unit 1 Multiphysics Cycle 1 Benchmark Exercise 3
3:50–4:10PM PDT
Development of Serpent -- CTF External Coupling for the OECD/NEA TVA WB1 Benchmark Activities
4:10–4:30PM PDT
T. Albagami (NCSU), P. Rouxelin (NCSU), A. Abarca (NCSU), S. Palmtag (NCSU), M. Avramova (NCSU), K. Ivanov (NCSU)
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