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Optimization of parallel variable-speed-driven centrifugal pumps operation

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This paper presents an optimization framework based on dynamic programming mathematic tool suitable to be implemented in programmable logic controllers to improve the automated control of parallel pumping loops aiming at energy conservation. The paper also contributes with simple methods to derive system curve and pumping head-flow speed-dependent characteristic from ordinary field measurements.

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  1. Electrical and Energy Systems Institute, Itajubá Federal University, Av. BPS, 1303-Pinheirinho, 37500-903, Itajubá, MG, Brazil

    Edson da Costa Bortoni

  2. Natural Resources Institute, Itajubá Federal University, Itajubá, Brazil

    Roberto Alves de Almeida & Augusto Nelson Carvalho Viana

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da Costa Bortoni, E., de Almeida, R.A. & Viana, A.N.C. Optimization of parallel variable-speed-driven centrifugal pumps operation. Energy Efficiency 1, 167–173 (2008). https://doi.org/10.1007/s12053-008-9010-1

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