LTC Edward L. Hobbs
Research Interests
My research interests are primarily focused on deterministic neutron transport. Most recently I have developed methods to address the difficulties of the non-linear characteristics associated with the time-eigenvalue diffusion and even-parity transport equations. My calculations currently provide the time-eigenvalue used to model the burst characteristics associated with a Fast Burst Reactor (FBR). These burst characteristics are used to determine the utility of FBRs fueled with varying enrichments of fissile material. My research is part of a collaboration among the University of New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory, The University of Arizona, and, to a lesser extent, Sandia National Laboratory and Idaho National Laboratory. I plan to continue work as a research affiliate on this project with the University of New Mexico and collaborators.
Supplemental interests include computational methods and modeling techniques of transient conditions in nuclear chain reactions from a multi-physics perspective. This includes modeling of chemical explosives, shock and blast. Providing modeling assistance to experimental efforts is also of interest to me.
Additional research interests include non-proliferation, counter-proliferation, and consequence management, specifically as they relate to the military and Nuclear and Counter-Proliferation Officer (NCP/52) missions. I am also interested in improved methods to determine accurate nuclear data (material), stochastic transport methods, and health physics (radiation safety).