Analysis of Water Distribution Networks

by P.R. Bhave

Analysing a water distribution network may be necessary to know its behaviour under normal and deficient conditions and the design of a new network. This book highlights the various methods such as Hardy Cross, Newton-Raphson, Linear Theory, and Gradient for static and time-dependent (extended period) analyses and describes them with small illustrative examples. The book also considers withdrawal along links, head-dependent and performance-based analyses, calibration of existing networks, water quality modelling, analysis considering uncertainty of parameters, and reliability analysis of water distribution networks.

Table of Contents

• Preface
• Introduction
• Frictional Head Loss in Pipes
• Minor Head Loss in Pipes
• Equivalent Pipes
• Reservoirs, Pumps and Valves
• Network Parameters and Types of Analysis
• Formulation of Equations
• Hardy Cross Method
• Newton-Raphson Method
• Linear Theory Method
• Gradient Method
• Other Analysis Methods
• Dynamic Analysis
• Analysis considering Withdrawal along Links
• Head Department Analysis and Network Performance
• Node Flow Analysis
• Water Quality Modelling
• Network Calibration
• Fuzzy Parameters and Network Analysis
• Miscellaneous Topics
• Answers
• References
• Index.

536 pages, Hardcover

First published August 30, 2006