Surrogate Model for Predicting Stresses and Strains of Buried PVC Pipes in Water Distribution Networks

Abstract

AbstractThis study presents the development of a surrogate model for evaluating the mechanical behavior of buried polyvinyl chloride (PVC) pipes, widely used in the water industry for conveying drinking water under pressure due to their durability, ...Practical ApplicationsBuried plastic pipes, such as polyvinyl chloride, are widely used in water distribution networks. However, assessing their condition and predicting failures without digging them up remains a major challenge for utility companies. ...