Author(s): Vincent Moran; Mohsen Besharat; Barbara Evans; James Bartram; Helena M. Ramos
Linked Author(s): Mohsen Besharat
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Abstract: Digital Twins (DTs) are an innovative concept with vast potential for automating and optimising processes in the water and wastewater sectors. DTs enhance existing digitalisation and modelling methods by enabling seamless bidirectional data exchange between digital and physical assets in real time. This capability offers greater adaptability and responsiveness than traditional modelling and simulation. This work presents a study of DT, focusing on monitoring transient flows in urban infrastructure, including a technical analysis of a water network in Madeira Island, Portugal. This investigation highlights the critical issue of underestimating transient conditions, leading to water loss and significant health and security risks. This study also explores DT’s capacity to incorporate non-technical asset data related to management, decision-making, and other non-technical factors to enhance the understanding and management of complex systems. The final aim of presenting these findings and discussions is to achieve a holistic approach for developing smart water systems.
Year: 2024