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Fuzzy sets analysis for leak detection in infrastructure systems: a proposed methodology

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This paper aims to propose a methodology for detecting problems in environmental and infrastructure systems using a fuzzy set technique. The proposed methodology was applied to a case study in water distribution systems for validation. Relative weights for three scenarios of leak detection were used, i.e. leakage, possible leakage, and no leakage. The study reveals that the major factors that affect leakage are: pipe age, pipe material, operational aspects, and demand patterns.

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  1. Department of Computer Science, Zarka Private University, P.O. Box 2000, 13110, Zarka, Jordan

    Rustom Mamlook

  2. Civil Engineering Dept., College of Engineering, Applied Science University, Amman, Jordan

    Odeh Al-Jayyousi

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Mamlook, R., Al-Jayyousi, O. Fuzzy sets analysis for leak detection in infrastructure systems: a proposed methodology. Clean Techn Environ Policy 6, 26–31 (2003). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10098-003-0209-8

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