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Review
. 2019 Sep 15:161:517-530.
doi: 10.1016/j.watres.2019.06.025. Epub 2019 Jun 14.

Real time control of water distribution networks: A state-of-the-art review

E Creaco  1 , A Campisano  2 , N Fontana  3 , G Marini  4 , P R Page  5 , T Walski  6
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Real time control of water distribution networks: A state-of-the-art review

E Creaco et al. Water Res. .

Abstract

This paper presents a review of the current state of the art of real time control (RTC) of water distribution networks (WDNs). After proving the basic concept and terms of RTC and presenting sensors, regulation devices and controllers typically used in WDNs, the paper goes on by describing the most frequent control objectives, which mainly include service pressure regulation, control of tank filling and energy production in each WDN district. Various control methodologies recently proposed in the scientific literature are presented and discussed, along with experimental and numerical results achieved. Also, aspects related to the cost-effectiveness of RTC are critically analyzed. The paper ends by giving an outlook into potential future developments in the area of RTC for WDNs.

Keywords: Model-based control; Pump as turbines; Pumps; Real time control; Valves; Water distribution.

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