Tank Simulation for the Optimization of Water Distribution Networks
| Autor: | Lydia Vamvakeridou-Lyroudia, Godfrey A. Walters, Dragan Savic |
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| Rok vydání: | 2007 |
| Předmět: |
Engineering
Distribution networks business.industry Mechanical Engineering Fuzzy set Environmental engineering Bridge (nautical) Reliability engineering Pipe network analysis Distribution system Decision variables Genetic algorithm Water tanks business Water Science and Technology Civil and Structural Engineering |
| Zdroj: | Journal of Hydraulic Engineering. 133:625-636 |
| ISSN: | 1943-7900 0733-9429 |
| DOI: | 10.1061/(asce)0733-9429(2007)133:6(625) |
| Popis: | In this paper an original approach to the simulation of floating-on-the-system tanks as decision variables for water distribution system design optimization is presented, aiming to bridge the gap between traditional engineering practice and mathematical considerations needed for genetic algorithms (GAs). The paper includes a systematic and detailed critical overview of various mathematical approaches in literature, as well as a novel, more “engineering oriented” approach to the simulation of tanks as decision variables for water distribution system design optimization, describing in detail assumptions and impacts to the evaluation of potential solutions. Tank simulation is based on two decision variables: capacity and minimum normal operational level, omitting risers. Shape and ratio between emergency/total capacities are taken into consideration as design parameters. Assessment of tank performance is carried out by four criteria for the normal daily operational cycle, differentiating between operational ... |
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