Advances in Control and Automation of Water Systems

This book explores computational techniques for water system control and automation, providing practical insights and research findings in the field.

The book Advances in Control and Automation of Water Systems offers a comprehensive understanding of the primary computational techniques utilized in the control and automation of water systems. It emphasizes the practical experience gained through the exploration of commercially available systems and includes small-scale projects related to water systems. This resource is particularly valuable for those interested in the intersection of fluid mechanics and automation, where numerical methods and algorithms play a crucial role in solving complex problems involving fluid flows.

In the realm of fluid mechanics and hydraulics, the book highlights the importance of computational techniques in simulating the interaction of liquids and gases with various surfaces, defined by specific boundary conditions. The editors utilize the simulation of a water hammer as a foundational example to illustrate these computational techniques. This simulation serves as a platform for demonstrating various data analysis methods and intricate calculations that are essential for understanding flow dynamics, pressure variations, automation processes, heat and mass transfer, and predicting potential system failures.

Advances in Control and Automation of Water Systems not only introduces theoretical backgrounds for numerous techniques but also examines their application in industrial settings, showcasing current practices and research. The book features innovative chapters that discuss the growth of educational, scientific, and industrial research activities within the water industry, offering insights into new methodologies and the structural behavior of advanced systems. The research presented holds significant potential for various disciplines within hydraulic and mechanical engineering.