A successive linear programming scheme for optimal operation of water distribution networks

Eyal Price, Avi Ostfeld

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Abstract

Optimal operation of water distribution systems is a well explored problem defined as finding the scheduling of pumping units over time which minimize cost while maintaining flow, pressure, and tank water levels constraints. One of its major complexities is the inherent non linearity and non-smoothness relationship of the headloss equation (e.g., the Hazen Williams or Darcy Weisbach formulas). This study suggests a method for the linearization of the Hazen-Williams headloss equation which enables the non-linear hydraulic problem to be addressed and solved as a linear programming scheme. The methodology is demonstrated on a small illustrative example.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationWorld Environmental and Water Resources Congress 2012
Subtitle of host publicationCrossing Boundaries, Proceedings of the 2012 Congress
Pages2964-2970
Number of pages7
DOIs
StatePublished - 2012
EventWorld Environmental and Water Resources Congress 2012: Crossing Boundaries - Albuquerque, NM, United States
Duration: 20 May 201224 May 2012

Publication series

NameWorld Environmental and Water Resources Congress 2012: Crossing Boundaries, Proceedings of the 2012 Congress

Conference

ConferenceWorld Environmental and Water Resources Congress 2012: Crossing Boundaries
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityAlbuquerque, NM
Period20/05/1224/05/12

All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes

  • Water Science and Technology

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