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Joint probability distribution of weather factors: a neural network approach for environmental science
This study introduces methodologies for constructing joint probability distribution functions utilizing the Copula function and neural networks, and...
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Water distribution network calibration for unreported leak localization with consideration of uncertainties
Leakage in water distribution networks precipitates both water wastage and the ingress of pollutants. The localization of leaks, a formidable...
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Sustainable and 5G enhanced power distribution network design considering renewable energy generation and dynamic electricity pricing
Power distribution network design optimization is the principal concern for power companies. To address both environmental issues and increased...
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Study on the relationship between urban road network morphology and spatial distribution of hotel industry: a case study of Nan**g City
As important venues for urban recreational and hospitality activities, hotels serve as the third space that connects tourists with the city. Their...
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Selecting the best location of water quality sensors in water distribution networks by considering the importance of nodes and contaminations using NSGA-III (case study: Zahedan water distribution network, Iran)
One of the most effective ways to minimize polluted water consumption is to arrange quality sensors properly in the water distribution networks...
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Occurrence and distribution of plastic particles (10–25,000 μm) and microfibers in the surface water of an urban river network in Japan
Urban rivers remain the key conduits conveying land-sourced plastics into the ocean. However, detailed information is limited on the concurrent...
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Modelling of corrosion rate in the drinking water distribution network using Design Expert 13 software
This study is focused on the modelling of the composite effect of corrosion factors using Design Expert 13 software on the corrosion rate in the...
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Development of multi-objective optimization model for water distribution network using a new reliability index
The high cost of pipe repair and replacement and the importance of the hydraulic performance in water distribution networks have faced the management...
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An optimal coordinated decision-making model for planning the coordinated expansion and operation of multi microgrids in active distribution network
With the growing influence of distributed renewable energy resources and the integration of modern ICT and the Internet of Things into distribution...
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Leakage Optimization of Water Distribution Network Using Artificial Intelligence
In water distribution system, maintaining adequate pressure and uninterrupted water supply for an efficient distribution to the consumers is very... -
Changes of network structure and water distribution in sludge with the stratified extraction of extracellular polymeric substances
The water in sludge is trapped within the extracellular polymeric substance (EPS) with gelatinous structure, greatly challenging the sludge deep...
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Chaos-directed genetic algorithms for water distribution network design: an enhanced search method
The design of a water distribution network (WDN) is an ever-challenging problem. The formulation and application of optimization techniques for WDN...
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Optimal design of groundwater pollution monitoring network based on a back-propagation neural network surrogate model and grey wolf optimizer algorithm under uncertainty
In the optimal design of groundwater pollution monitoring network (GPMN), the uncertainty of the simulation model always affects the reliability of...
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Economic assessment of converting a pressurised water distribution network into an off-grid system supplied with solar photovoltaic energy
Converting a water pressurised distribution network into an off-grid pum** station supplied by solar photovoltaics represents a challenge for...
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Impact Analysis of EPANET-Based Rural Water Supply Network Integration on Network Reliability
This paper takes a rural drinking water safety project in a district of Liaoning Province as an example, selects four adjacent townships as the... -
Unbalanced operation of integrated power distribution system for optimal energy flow using LSO-vCANNs approach
The integrated energy distribution system (IEDS) integrates the natural gas, thermal, and electrical networks at the distribution level. Because of...
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Influence of spatial distribution pattern of buildings on the distribution of urban gaseous pollutants
Buildings are the main component of urban, and their three-dimensional spatial patterns affect meteorological conditions and consequently, the...
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Water Distribution Network Analysis Using EPANET: A Case Study of Surat City
The rapid growth of population increases the demand of water supply for domestic, irrigation and industrial purposes. Therefore, optimal utilization... -
A social network analysis regarding conservation agro-ecological efficiency in China
The exploration of characteristics and formation mechanism of China’s conservation agro-ecological efficiency (CAEE) holds great importance in...