Systems and methods for modeling, analyzing, testing and monitoring fluid networks

Abstract

Systems and methods are provided for optimally determining sensor or infrastructure placement in a fluid network, for determining anomalies of interest in the fluid network, and for determining sensor coverage in the fluid network, based on the represents the model of the fluid network.

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technical field [0001] The present disclosure relates to methods and systems for modeling, analyzing, monitoring and inspecting fluid networks. Background technique [0002] Fluid networks such as water networks may suffer from problems affecting availability and quality, including slow or rapid leaks, corrosion to transport infrastructure, contamination, etc. Such problems may not be identified and resolved until they have a significant impact on infrastructure, water quality or health. An example is the Elk River chemical spill in January 2014, in which approximately 300,000 residents were affected and 122 people were hospitalized due to the contamination. Contents of the invention [0003] It is desirable to be able to detect problems in fluid networks early or in real time (e.g., pipe coating problems, leaks / cracks, contamination, etc.) non-responsive. [0004] In one aspect, the present disclosure describes a method of optimally determining sensor or infrastructure...

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Such problems may not be identified and resolved until they have a significant impact on infrastructure, water quality or health

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