Integration of geographic information system and probabilistic analysis for optimized pipe infrastructure decisions

  • Jackson Kong*
  • , Michael Martin
  • , Ian D. Moore
  • , H. P. Hong
  • *Corresponding author for this work

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Abstract

The need for rational maintenance decisions under uncertainty for municipal pipe infrastructure such as the water distribution system has been clear for some time. However, there have been substantial challenges associated with integrating optimization analysis tools to city inventories, and producing information of direct use to City Engineers. New features have therefore been programmed into a geographic information system (GIS), including the incorporation of an optimization routine, and aids to data processing. Considering the specific characteristics of the initial pipeline and soil geometries and materials, as well as established models for pipe material degradation with time, the new application minimizes total expected cost during service period or the expected cost per unit service period to evaluate optimal rehabilitation scheduling. The system is illustrated using the pipe system from industry partner, the City of Hamilton.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationProceedings of Pipelines Congress 2008 - Pipeline Asset Management
Subtitle of host publicationMaximizing Performance of Our Pipeline Infrastructure
PublisherASCE - American Society of Civil Engineers
ISBN (Print)9780784409947
DOIs
StatePublished - 2008
Externally publishedYes
EventPipelines Congress 2008 - Pipeline Asset Management: Maximizing Performance of Our Pipeline Infrastructure - Atlanta, GA, United States
Duration: 22 Jul 200828 Jul 2008

Publication series

NameProceedings of Pipelines Congress 2008 - Pipeline Asset Management: Maximizing Performance of Our Pipeline Infrastructure
Volume321

Conference

ConferencePipelines Congress 2008 - Pipeline Asset Management: Maximizing Performance of Our Pipeline Infrastructure
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityAtlanta, GA
Period22/07/0828/07/08

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  1. SDG 3 - Good Health and Well-being
    SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being

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