regular geometrical pattern of discrete bodies of fissionable and non-fissionable material in a nuclear reactor. The arrangement is subcritical or just critical if it is desired to study the properties of the system.
Sketch of core showing the general disposition, lattice, form, pitch and dimensions of core, reflector, location, shapes and dimensions of control elements, experimental and/or irradiation positions.
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