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publications-4379
Type:
article
Year:
2008
Authors:
Murray, Regan and Janke, Robert and Hart, William E. and Berry, Jonathan W. and Taxon, Tom and Uber, James G.
Title:
Sensor network design of contammination warning systems: A decision framework
Venue/Journal:
Journal American Water Works Association
DOI:
10.1002/j.1551-8833.2008.tb09777.x
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Abstract:
Contamination warning systems have been proposed as a promising approach for detecting contaminants in drinking water systems early enough to allow for the effective reduction of public health or economic consequences. A variety of modeling and optimization tools has been developed to support the design of utilityβ€specific contamination warning systems. However, warning system design is not a straightforward application of a software tool; it requires a series of significant decisions about the warning systemβ€”s intended nature, purpose, and use. In this article, the authors describe a decision framework that uses the threat ensemble vulnerability assessment and sensor placement optimization tool (TEVAβ€SPOT) to determine sensor placement. The framework allows for the development of multiple sensor network designs that can be compared and evaluated against a standard set of criteria. TEVAβ€SPOT and the decision framework have been applied to several large water systems; one of those utility examples is included here.
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