Abstract: This paper proposes a methodology for the optimal design of water distribution systems based on genetic algorithms. The objective of the optimization is to minimize the capital cost, subject to ensuring adequate pressures ...

Abstract: The reduction of leakage is an important objective of the United Kingdom water industry. The inclusion of pressure-dependent leakage terms in network analysis allows the application of formal optimization techniques to ...

Abstract: This paper presents a framework for characterizing, analyzing, and computing the performance of urban infrastructure systems. The framework is based on a systems approach and consists of performance indicators classified ...

Abstract: The water industry worldwide is facing challenges of water and revenue losses. To reduce these losses and improve efficiency of water distribution systems, tools and methods have been developed over the years. This paper ...