Digital Twin for Water Distribution Systems Management—Towards a Paradigm Shift

Ostfeld, Avi; Abhijith, Gopinathan R.

doi:10.1061/jpsea2.pseng-1486

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“…Examples of problem disclosures were the need to control lead and copper releases from distribution systems [17] and the frequency of water main breaks, which open distribution systems to contamination and threaten health [18]. Examples of new technologies were the development of distribution system simulation models [19,20] and availability of data technologies to support emerging asset management systems [21].…”

Section: Comprehensive Framework For Utility Managementmentioning

confidence: 99%

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Water Distribution Systems: Integrated Approaches for Effective Utility Management

Grigg

2024

Water

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An extensive review of research advances in distribution system management was conducted to include methods, tools, and frameworks for integration. Sources included archival journals and water industry reports from research institutes, government regulators, and industry media covering case studies of advances that were implemented. Results showed that while effective management of water distribution systems requires an integrated approach, none of the available frameworks for one are in broad use in the water supply industry. Frameworks developed include a management standard of the American Water Works Association and Distribution System Optimization, a methodology for physical, hydraulic, and water quality performance assessment. The intelligent systems framework also offers a promising pathway to integration, but it lacks a definite structure. The voluntary aspect of adopting innovations within the fragmented and uncoordinated nature of the water utility industry poses a barrier to adoption of such innovations. Another barrier is the uncoordinated arrangements of water research stakeholders with different incentive structures. Intelligent water systems offer a way to incentive the utility industry to encourage implementation. They can provide a bottom-up approach where the utility industry can see advantages, as opposed to a top-down approach where they are expected to adopt a method without seeing clear benefits. Research to develop new and improved tools is needed, but the research roadmap should prioritize implementation.

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Section: Comprehensive Framework For Utility Managementmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…The innovation with hydraulic network models is in the development of rapid and effective software packages and their adaptation for many management purposes. They are also essential as the technological basis for digital twins, which involve data and decision support logic as well [19,20].…”

Section: Sub-processes Of Integrated Distribution Systems Managementmentioning

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Water Distribution Systems: Integrated Approaches for Effective Utility Management

Grigg

2024

Water

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Social distancing, water demand changes, and quality of drinking water during the COVID-19 pandemic

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Sustainable Cities and Society

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Water Distribution Systems: Implementation Status of Innovative Management Methods and Tools

Grigg

2024

J. Pipeline Syst. Eng. Pract.

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Digital Twin for Water Distribution Systems Management—Towards a Paradigm Shift

Cited by 5 publications

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Water Distribution Systems: Integrated Approaches for Effective Utility Management

Water Distribution Systems: Integrated Approaches for Effective Utility Management

Social distancing, water demand changes, and quality of drinking water during the COVID-19 pandemic

Water Distribution Systems: Implementation Status of Innovative Management Methods and Tools

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