Frequently Asked Questions

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How do I use the Virtual Test Bed?
See this page

Where is the documentation for each model?
See this page

How do I get access to the NEAMS codes used?
For the export controlled software (most of the codes), make a request at the Nuclear Computational Resource Center
NekRS and Nek-5000 are open-sourced on this repository
Cardinal will soon be available as an open-source code

I am having issues building/installing the code
For MOOSE-related issues, follow these instructions https://mooseframework.inl.gov/help/troubleshooting.html
For application-related issues, follow the troubleshooting instructions on the website for the relevant application
If the problem persists, reach out to the developer team for the particular codes, or reach out with a new post in Discussions and we will contact the developers for you. Please keep in mind this is an open forum, so do not post any code abstract of a closed source code.

I’m getting an error saying "Object XXXXX is not registered"
Either:

• the object type is misspelled
• your version of the code and the input file do not match. Please update both the code and the input file. If this is not possible (you modified the input file too much for example), please reach out to the VTB team by posting here. Using git submodules we will be able to point you to a working version of the code for your input file.
• you are using the wrong code. Griffin objects cannot be read by Pronghorn for example!

My model was working fine a few weeks ago but is no longer running now
Make sure you update the VTB and the code used to their latest versions.
If the problem persists, please post on Discussions (don't reply on this thread, open a new post) and help will be on the way

I think there's a mistake in an input file, how do I report it
Create an issue on the repository, and we'll be glad to check & fix if necessary

How do I contribute to the virtual test bed?
See the contribution guidelines