An algorithm to schedule water delivery in pressurized irrigation networks

• A new deterministic constrained optimisation algorithm has been developed to provide a strategy for scheduling water delivery in pressurized irrigation network minimise energy consumption. The provides the opening and closing combination inject constant flow rates into reduce We tested this real network, getting an expenditure savings ranging from 10 40%. utility manager can adapt schedule consumed per cubic meter delivered, reducing consumption 93.35 53.20 Wh/m 3 (0.04 kWh/m ). This study presents using network. In networks —or supplied by head tank— managers fully times suit their needs. program at rate (opening of hydrants, units, subunits) technique improves on earlier approaches employing method with little computing time. University Alicante where decision-makers have identified need diminish watering University’s gardens.