Abstract
One of the major elements affecting the working of a water distribution network (WDN) is the natural topography of the area on which it is laid, and when such a scenario is coupled with a pipe leak, the results are not known as yet. The effects of a sloping terrain on pressure distribution and transient state due to leakage in pipes are studied in detail in this research by considering three common types of pipe leaks. Significant results are obtained after the hydraulic simulation, and critical points are identified in the WDN. Statistical analysis is performed based on the data obtained through simulation results to develop a model for predicting the amount of flow through a leak in a WDN laid on sloping terrain. The model is found to be dependent on water demand, the pressure of water during the transient state, and the slope of a particular node from the main source of water. The model is validated by comparing the simulated values with the calculated ones and shows a good match. The research proves to be beneficial for better management of water distribution through pipe networks and overcoming water loss through pipe leaks.
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