In this work a simulation model capable of representing the residential water demand is proposed. The model is characterized by a parameterization procedure which takes into account the cyclical water request usually observed in working days and it does not require any particular interpretation of experimental data. Therefore, the novel approach overcomes the weakness of the other models proposed in literature, in which the parameterization requires an interpretation of experimental data on the basis of specific assumptions, not always applicable. The analysis of the one-minute data collected on the water distribution system of Piedimonte San Germano, located in the South of Italy, shows the validity of the proposed model.
A flow demand model for residential users
GARGANO, Rudy
2012-01-01
Abstract
In this work a simulation model capable of representing the residential water demand is proposed. The model is characterized by a parameterization procedure which takes into account the cyclical water request usually observed in working days and it does not require any particular interpretation of experimental data. Therefore, the novel approach overcomes the weakness of the other models proposed in literature, in which the parameterization requires an interpretation of experimental data on the basis of specific assumptions, not always applicable. The analysis of the one-minute data collected on the water distribution system of Piedimonte San Germano, located in the South of Italy, shows the validity of the proposed model.I documenti in IRIS sono protetti da copyright e tutti i diritti sono riservati, salvo diversa indicazione.
