Numerical Modeling and Hydraulic Optimization of a Surge Tank Using Particle Swarm Optimization

In a pressurized water conveyance system, such as a hydropower system, during hydraulic transients, maximum and minimum pressures at various controlling sections are of prime concern for designing a safe and efficient surge tank. Similarly, quick damping of surge waves is also very helpful for the s...

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Main Authors: Khem Prasad Bhattarai, Jianxu Zhou, Sunit Palikhe, Kamal Prasad Pandey, Naresh Suwal
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2019-04-01
Series:Water
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2073-4441/11/4/715