Optimal design and operation of permanent irrigation systems

Gideon Oron, Wynn R. Walker

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    Abstract

    Solid‐set pressurized irrigation system design and operation are studied with optimization techniques to determine the minimum cost distribution system. The principle of the analysis is to divide the irrigation system into subunits in such a manner that the trade‐offs among energy, piping, and equipment costs are selected at the minimum cost point. The optimization procedure involves a nonlinear, mixed integer approach capable of achieving a variety of optimal solutions leading to significant conclusions with regard to the design and operation of the system. Factors investigated include field geometry, the effect of the pressure head, consumptive use rates, a smaller flow rate in the pipe system, and outlet (sprinkler or emitter) discharge.

    Original languageEnglish
    Pages (from-to)11-17
    Number of pages7
    JournalWater Resources Research
    Volume17
    Issue number1
    DOIs
    StatePublished - 1 Jan 1981

    ASJC Scopus subject areas

    • Water Science and Technology

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