@inproceedings{aeebda515ffe42c390456105cfe4f6d1,
title = "Analysis of parameter uncertainty on water quality in distribution systems: Unsteady conditions",
abstract = "The effect of parameter uncertainty on water quality in a distribution system under unsteady conditions is analyzed using Monte Carlo simulation (MCS). Sources of uncertainties for water quality include decay coefficients, pipe diameter and roughness, and nodal spatial and temporal demands. Results from the system analyzed suggest that water quality estimates are robust to individual parameter estimates but the total effect of multiple parameters can be important. The study also provides guidance on difficulties in model calibration. For example, the wall decay had the largest influence on model prediction for the system that was reviewed and is one of the most difficult to measure given its variability between pipes.",
keywords = "Uncertain parameters, Uncertainty analysis, Water distribution system, Water quality",
author = "Pasha, {M. F.K.} and K. Lansey",
year = "2005",
language = "English (US)",
isbn = "095391402X",
series = "Proceedings of the 8th International Conference on Computing and Control for the Water Industry, CCWI 2005: Water Management for the 21st Century",
publisher = "Centre for Water Systems",
booktitle = "Proceedings of the 8th International Conference on Computing and Control for the Water Industry, CCWI 2005",
note = "8th International Conference on Computing and Control for the Water Industry, CCWI 2005 ; Conference date: 05-09-2005 Through 07-09-2005",
}