СПОСОБ АВТОМАТИЧЕСКОГО УПРАВЛЕНИЯ ВОДОСНАБЖЕНИЕМ

Изобретение относится к области коммунального хозяйства, а именно к области управления системой водоснабжения, и может быть использовано при диспетчерском контроле и управлении системами водоснабжения города или региона, характеризуемых наличием как крупных и малых предприятий промышленности и городского хозяйства, так и жилого сектора. Технический результат - обеспечение устойчивого водоснабжения потребителей при минимизации затрат энергии на подачу и распределение воды. Результат достигается за счет оптимального распределения нагрузки между насосными станциями в течение всего времени работы и минимизации избыточных напоров в сети. 3 з.п. ф-лы, 1 ил.

СИСТЕМА ВОДОСНАБЖЕНИЯ НАСЕЛЕННОГО ПУНКТА

Изобретение может быть использовано при устройстве зонных водопроводов, имеющих большую протяженность водопроводных сетей. Технический результат - повышение качества питьевой воды и экономичность при ее обработке. Для этого система водоснабжения населенного пункта, содержащая насосную станцию второго подъема, водоводы, водопроводную сеть и напорно-регулирующую емкость, дополнительно снабжена повысительным, сетевым и промывным насосами, сатуратором, напорным флотатором, озонатором, хлоратором, двумя эжекторами, первый из которых соединен с повысительным насосом, сатуратором и озонатором, второй - с повысительным насосом, напорным флотатором и хлоратором, фильтром, вход которого соединен с выходом напорного флотатора и всасывающим патрубком промывного насоса, а выход соединен, со всасывающим патрубком сетевого насоса, датчиками давления, запорными клапанами с электромагнитными приводами и датчиками, положения запорных клапанов с электромагнитными приводами, обратным клапаном, вентилем и блоком ...

УСТРОЙСТВО ДЛЯ ДОЗИРОВАННОЙ ПОДАЧИ РАЗНЫХ ТИПОВ ВОДЫ В ЖИЛЫЕ ДОМА

... 1. Устройство для дозированной подачи разных типов воды в жилые дома, содержащее установку водоподготовки, предпочтительно на основе обратноосмотических мембран, обеспечивающую выдачу воды с высокой степенью очистки и находящуюся вне досягаемости потребителя, связанную с «n» терминалами водораздачи, находящимися в разных подъездах, включающими в себя устройство приема идентификаторов оплаты на базе сервисных платежных или идентификационных карт, электронный импульсный расходомер воды, нормально закрытые электромагнитные запорные клапана, разливочные головки, оснащенные прикрывающими заслонками, связанными через механизм управления с выходом контроллера управления, и контроллер управления, электрически связанный с кнопками налива воды, расходомером воды, запорными клапанами, устройством оплаты и электронным табло, отличающееся тем, что терминалы водораздачи содержат не менее одного блока дополнительной минерализации и/или модификации воды, электромагнитные запорные клапана, разливочные головки ...

Способ прокладки трубного самотечного водоснабжения населенных пунктов и производств из горных рек и водохранилищ, имеющих разность высотных отметок не менее 10 м

УСТАНОВКА ОБЕЗЖЕЛЕЗИВАНИЯ ПОДЗЕМНЫХ ВОД В ПЛАСТЕ

Установка обезжелезивания подземных вод в пласте, содержащая водозаборные скважины с водоподъемными устройствами и водовод для каждой водозаборной скважины, соединенный с водоводом напорный трубопровод с обратным и регулирующим клапанами, трубопровод подачи воды в скважину с установленными на нем аэратором и камерой смешения, соединенными с напорным трубопроводом посредством трубопровода подачи воды в них с размещенными на них регулирующими клапанами, при этом трубопровод подачи воды в аэратор соединен с напорным трубопроводом между обратным и регулирующим клапанами последнего, трубопровод подачи воды в камеру смешения соединен с напорным трубопроводом перед регулирующим клапаном последнего по ходу движения воды из водовода в напорный трубопровод, кроме того, она снабжена дополнительным регулирующим клапаном, установленным на трубопроводе подачи воды в скважину после камеры смешения по ходу движения воды, при этом оголовок каждой водозаборной скважины выполнен герметичным и снабжен патрубком ...

Система водоснабжения населенного пункта

Система водоснабжения населенных пунктов

Сущность изобретения: в водозаборных скважинах установлены водоподъемные устр-ва. Напорные трубопроводы (ТП) соединяют скважины с водоводом. Распределительный ТП соединен с герметичной емкостью в ее нижней части и с ТП подачи воды в скважины. На напорных ТП установлены расширители с клапанами для выпуска воздуха., Герметичная емкость снабжена кольцевой перегородкой, разделяющей ее на две секции, верхняя из к-рых выполнена в виде камеры воздухоотделения и в ней размещен один конец дополнительного ТП с установленными на нем диффузором с воздушным колпаком. Другой конец дополнительного ТП соединен с водоводом. Аэратор установлен на дополнительном ТП перед герметичной емкостью по ходу движения воды. 1 ил.

Система водоснабжения населенного пункта

A rainwater harvesting system

The invention relates to a rainwater harvesting system 100 and comprises an above ground rainwater storage tank 102 fixed to a vertical external wall 136 of a building, and is arranged to receive water from a drainage system 138 i.e. guttering of a building. The tank contains a pump 104 , a low level switch 131, and a high level switch 132. The system further comprises control electronics 108 and a domestic water storage tank 146 which has a low level switch 135 and a high level switch 134. If the control electronics detects that the low level switch 131 in the storage tank is made, and the high level switch 134 in the domestic tank is not made, the pump will pump water from the storage tank 102 into the domestic water storage tank until the high level switch 134 is made, at which point the control electronics stops the pump.

Zero height roof

WATER DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS

A method is disclosed for use in the design of a water distribution by determining whether to locate a pressure reducing valve (PRV) in a given location comprising the steps of. (a) determining the benefit arising from reduced water leakage achieved by locating a PRV in that location; (b) determining the benefit arising from reduced pipe burst frequency achieved by locating a PRV in that location; (c) determining the benefit arising from at least one other parameter achieved by locating a PRV in that location; (d) determining the cost associated with locating a PRV at that location; (e) calculating a net benefit value using the benefits and costs determined in steps (a) to (d); and (f) locating a PRV in that location if the calculated net benefit value exceeds a predetermined value. Also disclosed is a control method for use in the evaluation of faults, the method comprising the steps of: (a) receiving a fault notification; (b) determining from the fault notification a series of potential ...

PHYSICALLY SECURED AUTHORIZATION FOR UTILITY APPLICATIONS

Waste heat utilizing and recovering method for e.g. hotel, involves carrying out direct utilization or indirect utilization of waste heat using heat recovery device for extracting energy in form of thermal energy

The method involves selectively managing service water flow and waste water flow from different utilizations, devices and installations before discharging into a sewage water system. Specific characteristics e.g. quality, pH-value and temperature, of the service water flow and the waste water flow are based on physical and chemical characteristics of the service and waste water flow. A direct utilization or indirect utilization of waste heat is carried out using a heat recovery device for extracting energy in the form of thermal energy.

Domestic wastewater regeneration treatment system

Humidification toasts full automatic water supply device of line

The utility model provides a humidification toasts full automatic water supply device of line, including water tank and through a plurality of water supply basin of delivery pipe with the water tank intercommunication, water tank includes the water tank body, set up in the inlet tube of water tank body inner wall and set up in the delivery pipe of water tank body bottom surface or side bottom, a water level control device is provided on the inlet tube, it is adjacent pass through the cross current between the water supply basin. The utility model discloses simple structure has reduced operating personnel, and the automatic control moisturizing of intaking realizes factory automation, has simultaneously effectually prevented that the moisturizing from spilling over the inconvenience that brings for production, and is high -efficient practical, energy -concerving and environment -protective.

Demineralized water second grade pressurized water supply device

Energy -conserving water supply installation of no negative pressure frequency conversion

Pipe network pressure-superposed water supply integrated unit

The invention discloses a pipe network pressure-superposed water supply integrated unit. The pipe network pressure-superposed water supply integrated unit is mainly composed of a rack, water pumps, a water distribution pipe, a water outlet pipe, a pressure stabilization tank, a filter, a backflow prevention device and a control cabinet; the water pumps and the control cabinet are installed on the rack; the two water pumps are connected in parallel; inlet water of the water pumps is connected with a tap water inlet pipe through a water distribution pipe; outlet water of the water pumps are connected with a water outlet pipe through a check valve to be connected to water using points for water supply; a pressure meter, a pressure transmitter and the pressure stabilization tank are installed on the water outlet pipe; the number of the pressure stabilization tank can be one or two; a by-pass pipe is arranged between the water distribution pipe and the water outlet pipe in the mode of bypassing ...

Water resource allocation method taking multi-user water demand and multi-source water supply into consideration

Automatic water supply system for high building

Secondary non-negative pressure water supply equipment internet-of-things control system and control method thereof

The invention relates to a secondary non-negative pressure water supply equipment internet-of-things control system and a control method thereof.The secondary non-negative pressure water supply equipment internet-of-things control system comprises a main water tank, an auxiliary water tank, a pre-branch water tank, a municipal pipeline, a main pipeline, an auxiliary pipeline, a pre-branch pipeline, a municipal water pump, a main pressure pump, an auxiliary pressure pump, a plurality of pre-branch pressure pumps and a networking system; the auxiliary water tanks are arranged on all floors and communicated with the main pipeline, the auxiliary pipelines are connected with the auxiliary water tanks and residents on the corresponding floors, the auxiliary water tanks form an auxiliary water tank set, and each auxiliary water tank set corresponds to one pre-branch water tank. Each pre-branch water tank is connected to the uppermost auxiliary water tank and the lowermost auxiliary water tank ...

METHOD FOR INTRODUCING PURE WATER FROM A HOT SOURCE DIRECTLY TRANSPORTED FROM A SPA IN THE BATH AN ESTABLISHMENT THE MESSENGER AND TO RETAIN ITS PURITY AND ITS FRESHNESS.

A Oxygen Detecting in Water Supplying Line

WATER-LOOP WATER OPERATING SYSTEM USING MULTIPLE WATER SOURCE BASED ON SUPPLY AND DEMAND SCHEME TO TAKE ABNORMAL SITUATION INTO ACCOUNT

The present invention relates to a water operation system which employs multiple water sources and is used to prepare for the imbalance of the water demand and supply. The water operation system based on a supply and demand (SD) scheme to take abnormal situations into account includes: regional water platforms blending and storing water from multiple water sources; regional water purification facilities built to purify the blended raw water from the regional water platforms; regional reservoirs receiving and storing the water treated in the regional water purification facilities; main conveying paths supplying the treated water in the regional reservoirs to water demand sites in the corresponding regions; a water path link network connecting the regional water purification facilities or regional reservoirs to other regional water purification facilities or regional reservoirs in different regions; a treated water quality monitoring apparatus which measures the quality of water obtained ...

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PLASTSEKTION OCH DESS ANVENDNING

Water quality management system

A water quality management system for managing the water quality in a water supply network having water pipe lines running from the purification plant to consumers' faucets to maintain the water quality at the consumers at the terminals of the network at an appropriate level. The water quality monitors for measuring the quality of water in the pipe lines are installed in the small-pipe water distribution network branching from the water distribution main pipe network and running toward the consumers. The water distribution facility for improving the water quality is installed at the base point of the small-pipe water distribution network. The water quality in the small-pipe water distribution network is managed based on the signals from the water quality monitors.

СПОСОБ ВОДОСНАБЖЕНИЯ ОБЪЕКТА И УСТРОЙСТВО ДЛЯ ЕГО ОСУЩЕСТВЛЕНИЯ

Группа изобретений относится к технике горячего и холодного водоснабжения и теплоснабжения зданий. Способ водоснабжения объекта состоит в том, что к объекту по трубопроводу подводят поток воды питьевого качества. Затем поток разделяют на два вспомогательных потока. Один нагревают до температуры, допускаемой нормами в системе горячего водоснабжения. Затем эти вспомогательные потоки по самостоятельным трассировкам подают к потребителям. При открывании крана горячего водоснабжения измеряют температуру воды. При наличии заданной температуры обеспечивают поступление воды горячего водоснабжения к смесителю. При наличии температуры воды горячего водоснабжения ниже заданной обеспечивают ее поступление в емкость для сбора воды при условии, что уровень воды в емкости меньше максимального уровня. При условии, что уровень воды в емкости выше максимального, осуществляют поступление воды горячего водоснабжения к смесителю. При наличии уровня воды в емкости ниже минимального обеспечивают поступление холодной ...

СИСТЕМА КОЛЛЕКТИВНОГО ОБЕСПЕЧЕНИЯ ЖИТЕЛЕЙ МНОГОКВАРТИРНОГО ДОМА ПИТЬЕВОЙ ВОДОЙ

... 1. Система коллективного обеспечения жителей многоквартирного дома питьевой водой, содержащая систему труб, счетчик воды, обеззараживающее устройство, отличающаяся тем, что содержит впуск для воды из сети коммунального водоснабжения, выпуск для распределения очищенной воды, средство очистки воды, систему труб на выпуске, шкаф розлива воды, расположенный в каждом подъезде многоквартирного дома, обеспечивающий круглосуточный доступ жителей многоквартирного дома к источнику питьевой воды, при этом средством очистки являются фильтр-грязевик, основной фильтр, фильтр тонкой очистки; основной фильтр снабжен переключателем потоков, имеющим электронный блок управления, источник питания; работа системы полностью автоматизирована.2. Система коллективного обеспечения жителей многоквартирного дома питьевой водой по п.1, отличающаяся тем, что включает систему труб для поставки очищенной до уровня питьевой воды в каждую квартиру подъезда.3. Система коллективного обеспечения жителей многоквартирного дома ...

УСТРОЙСТВО УПРАВЛЕНИЯ ВОДООГРАНИЧЕНИЕМ

... 1. Устройство управления водоограничением, состоящее из устройства перекрытия подачи жидкости в виде шарового крана, фильтра грубой очистки и устройства защиты от несанкционированного доступа, отличающееся тем, что фильтр размещен перед шаровым краном, а на шаровом кране сверху имеется указатель угла, на который повернуто отверстие шарика в кране.2. Устройство по п.1, отличающееся тем, что в шарике может быть еще одно сквозное отверстие меньшего диаметра, выполненное перпендикулярно основному, причем диаметр этого отверстия может быть рассчитан в зависимости от необходимого расхода жидкости по формуле:где D - диаметр второго отверстия,мм; k=0,2; A - необходимый расход жидкости, л/ч; р - давление жидкости, ат, в системе водоснабжения.

УСТРОЙСТВО ДЛЯ ВОДОСНАБЖЕНИЯ ГОРОДА

... 1. Устройство для водоснабжения города, содержащее системы водоснабжения населенного пункта, подводы природного газа с его последующим сжиганием и охлаждением образованных газов в централизованных тепловых пунктах и конденсацией образовавшихся паров воды перед разводящими линиями водопроводной сети с пропусканием сконденсированной воды через системы или фильтры очистки, отличающееся тем, что оно снабжено солнечными батареями, размещенными на централизованных тепловых пунктах и подключенными к системам централизованных тепловых пунктов для конденсации паров воды.2. Устройство по п.1, отличающееся тем, что солнечные батареи размещены на стене или на стенах централизованного теплового пункта.3. Устройство по п.1, отличающееся тем, что солнечные батареи размещены на крыше централизованного теплового пункта.

УСТАНОВКА ОБЕЗЖЕЛЕЗИВАНИЯ ПОДЗЕМНЫХ ВОД В ПЛАСТЕ

Установка обезжелезивания подземных вод в пласте, содержащая водозаборную скважину с водоподъемным устройством, водовод, трубопровод подачи воды из скважины, аэратор, установленный в трубопроводе подачи воды в скважину, и регулирующие задвижки, отличающаяся тем, что она снабжена силовым насосом, а водоподъемное устройство выполнено в виде гидроприводного насоса с гидравлическим пакером, полость которого сообщена с полостью трубопровода подачи рабочей жидкости в этот насос, при этом через регулирующие задвижки на прием силового насоса подключены трубопровод подачи воды из скважины и водовод, а на выкид силового насоса - трубопровод подачи рабочей жидкости в гидроприводной насос, трубопровод подачи воды в скважину и водовод.

СПОСОБ АВТОМАТИЧЕСКОГО УПРАВЛЕНИЯ ВОДОСНАБЖЕНИЕМ

... 1. Способ автоматического управления системой водоснабжения города или региона, включающий размещение множества датчиков на объектах системы водоснабжения, соединенных с входами персонального компьютера диспетчерского пункта, на носителе информации которого записана программа управления системой водоснабжения, получение информации от указанных датчиков и выработку управляющего сигнала для исполнительных механизмов системы водоснабжения, отличающийся тем, что указанное множество датчиков содержит, по меньшей мере, один датчик контроля напора в сети, по меньшей мере, один датчик контроля потребления воды жилыми массивами, по меньшей мере, один датчик контроля потребления воды промышленными предприятиями, по меньшей мере, два датчика контроля напора воды на выходах насосных станций, по меньшей мере, один датчик контроля напора воды в диктующей точке, при этом указанная программа управления системой водоснабжением выполнена с возможностью записи и учета информации, получаемой от указанных датчиков ...

Система оценки баланса подачи и отведения воды мегаполиса

Система оценки баланса подачи и отведения воды мегаполиса, содержащего множество сетей водоснабжения, в состав которых включены узлы учета воды у абонентов со средствами вывода информации, и сетей водоотведения, в состав которых включены узлы учета расхода сточных вод и датчики количества атмосферных осадков, отличающаяся тем, что датчики количества атмосферных осадков выполнены с возможностью определения интенсивностей дождей, сети водоснабжения и водоотведения разделены на зоны так, что зоны сетей водоснабжения совпадают с зонами сетей водоотведения, узлы учета расхода сточных вод установлены на выходе из каждой зоны водоотведения и дополнительно снабжены средствами вывода информации, система дополнительно снабжена блоком определения температуры наружного воздуха, блоком определения фактической производительности, по меньшей мере, одной локальной системы поверхностного стока мегаполиса, блоком определения водопотребления в зонах, к входу которого подключены выходы средств вывода информации ...

Система водоснабжения населенного пункта

Способ водоснабжения городов

Использование: область водоснабжения. Сущность изобретения: выделяют источники водоснабжения с минимальным по сравнению со средним содержанием вредных компонентов и накапливают воду из выделенных источников в дополнительных емкостях. Воду из основных емкостей подают с периодическими перерывами в заранее определенное время. В течение этих перерывов воду подают из дополнительных емкостей в виде разовых залповых периодических сбросов в объеме не менее среднечасового потребления на данном участке водопроводной сети. Общее время подачи из основных емкостей не менее, чем в 6-10 раз превышает время подачи воды из дополнительных емкостей. 1 ил.

Aquamansys

EQUIPMENT TO BREAKING OPEN AND PRINTINGS AGE OF PIPES INTO THE SURROUNDING SOIL.

Method and apparatus for monitoring a network of conduits

Apparatus for a network of conduits distributing liquid that is coupled to a supply of liquid and to a network. At least one sensor is coupled in fluid communication with the network and derives a level of demand of liquid from the network. At least one valve is coupled in fluid communication with the supply of liquid and with the network to control the flow of liquid to the network. A control unit is coupled to the sensor and to the valve, to command operation of the valve, and in absence of demand of liquid, to maintain a reduced pressure of liquid in the network relative to the supply pressure. The apparatus has a reservoir that accumulates liquid and to releases liquid in response to, respectively, a rise and a drop of pressure of liquid in the network, whereby reduction of pressure by release of liquid is avoided.

Zero height roof

Intelligent rainwater recycling system

Water supply system by different water quality and use method thereof

Water-wheel pump type laminated water supply process

Rainwater is collected and is recycled landscape system

Constant-pressure fresh-keeping water supply device capable of preventing secondary pollution

Based on the object of the interconnection of the user water-saving water supply system

Cold water tank device of sterilization machine

Industrial energy feedback circulating water system

City intelligent water supply system

Wisdom urban water supply economizer system

Method for stopping pumps in well cluster water supply system by means of cooperated action of pumps and flow regulating valve

No negative pressure water supply equipment of intelligence

The utility model discloses a no negative pressure water supply equipment of intelligence, include the buffer tank, the water inlet and the delivery pipe at buffer tank top are equipped with and supply the jar through first pipe connection, buffer tank top, and the buffer tank below is equipped with the distributive pipe, and the delivery port and the distributive pipe water inlet of buffer tank below pass through the fourth pipe connection, and a water outlet pipeline of distributive pipe connects the water inlet of booster pump, and another delivery port of distributive pipe passes through the outlet conduit of the 5th pipe connection booster pump, is equipped with the water supply manometer of registering one's residence on the outlet conduit of booster pump. The utility model disclosesa water supply equipment when municipal water supply pipe network pressure is enough, does not start the booster pump, directly carries through residual pressure, works as reduction of water supply pipe ...

Gardens retaining and intelligent irrigation equipment

The utility model discloses a gardens retaining and intelligent irrigation equipment, including the pipeline casing, the inside of pipeline casing is hollow structure, and the top is equipped with hollow casing, and the inside of hollow casing is equipped with the threaded rod, and the top of threaded rod runs through the top structure of hollow casing, and a set of setting of threaded connection is passed through at the inside valve piece of pipeline casing in the bottom of threaded rod, is located the fixed a set of gear train of the threaded rod at top, and the top of hollow casing is equipped with the installation piece, and a set of motor is fixed at the center at installation piece top, and the end connection of the motor main shaft in the motor the gear train, the inside bottom of pipeline casing is lieing in the both sides of valve piece are equipped with an outer fixed surface group controller of stopper, installation piece. The utility model discloses, simple structure, degree ...

Thermal power plant noise control sound insulation screen

The invention discloses a thermal power plant noise control sound insulation screen, and relates to the technical field of sound insulation screen appliances, the thermal power plant noise control sound insulation screen comprises a detachable arc-shaped plate clamped at the upper end of an abutting plate and a liftable telescopic column inserted in the inner wall of a fixed column, and the top of the outer surface of the telescopic column is connected with a detachable limiting block through a bolt; and one side of the limiting block is connected with a detachable sound-absorbing plate through a bolt, the inner wall of the sound-absorbing plate is fixedly connected with a sound-absorbing sponge capable of absorbing sound, and the inner wall of the sound-absorbing plate is connected with a movable plate capable of ascending and descending in a clamped mode. According to the noise prevention and treatment sound insulation screen for the thermal power plant, through the arrangement of the ...

APPARATUS FOR AUTOMATICALLY DISPENSING WATER.

Device and method for testing a hydraulic network (water main)

Plumbing system using rain-water

UTILITY POLE FOR PROVIDING UTILITY RESOURCES

Disclosed is a utility pole for providing utility resources. The utility pole comprises a longitudinal structural element and at least one longitudinal chamber configured in the longitudinal structural element. Specifically, a given longitudinal chamber is associated with a given utility resource. Moreover, a longitudinal chamber comprises at least one inlet slot for receiving a supply of the associated utility resource, at least one outlet slot for providing access to the associated utility resource, and a protective plate detachably attached to at least one side of the longitudinal chamber.

Underground Stormwater Storage System

A system and method for an underground stormwater storage system which may comprise a pit, a structure, and a liner. The structure may be disposed within the center of the pit and surround by the porous backfill and wherein outlets are disposed on the crown of the structure. A liner may form the outer layer of the pit. A method for releasing stormwater may comprise capturing stormwater from a surface, containing the stormwater within a structure, releasing a volume of the stormwater from the structure and draining an additional volume of the stormwater from the crown of the structure from an outlet when the structure is capturing more stormwater than it is releasing.

СИСТЕМА ВОДОСНАБЖЕНИЯ НАСЕЛЕННЫХ ПУНКТОВ

Изобретение относится к водоснабжению и касается конструктивного выполнения систем водоснабжения населенных пунктов из водозаборов подземных вод. Технической задачей является повышение эффективности подачи воды за счет снижения плотности жидкости. Технический результат достигается тем, что в системе водоснабжения населенных пунктов, включающей водозаборные скважины с установленными в них водоподъемными устройствами, аэраторы, герметичную емкость, датчик давления и напорные трубопроводы, соединяющие скважины с водоводом, подключенным к герметичной емкости, камеры смешения, трубопроводы подачи воды в скважины, причем для каждой водозаборной скважины камера смешения и аэратор установлены на трубопроводе подачи в нее воды и соединены в свою очередь посредством трубопроводов с установленными на них регулируемыми клапанами с соответствующим напорным трубопроводом, герметичная емкость оборудована регулятором впуска и выпуска воздуха с поплавком, установленным на верхнем уровне воды в ней, предохранительным ...

СПОСОБ ПОДАЧИ ВОДЫ ИЗ ВОДОЕМОВ ДЛЯ ОРОШЕНИЯ И ВОДОСНАБЖЕНИЯ НАСЕЛЕННЫХ ПУНКТОВ

Изобретение относится к области водоснабжения. Способ подачи воды из водоемов для орошения и водоснабжения населенных пунктов характеризуется тем, что первоначально выполняют систему подачи воды в виде соединенных между собой наклонного и вертикального трубопроводов. Нижний конец вертикального трубопровода устанавливают в водоеме для отбора воды, а верхний конец соединяют с верхним концом наклонного трубопровода, длина «L» которого больше высоты «Н» вертикального трубопровода. Затем с помощью подкачивающей системы заполняют наклонный трубопровод водой, предварительно закрыв задвижку на его нижнем конце-выходе. После заполнения наклонного трубопровода подачу воды в него прекращают и открывают упомянутую выше задвижку на выходе наклонного трубопровода, связанного с распределительной системой подачи воды для орошения и водоснабжения населенных пунктов. Технический результат заключается в повышении эксплуатационных качеств. 5 з.п. ф-лы, 1 ил.

УСТРОЙСТВО ДЛЯ ДОЗИРОВАННОЙ ПОДАЧИ ПИТЬЕВОЙ ВОДЫ

Устройство для дозированной подачи питьевой воды в торговых автоматах, имеющих водовод с функцией дозирования, состоящий из электронного импульсного преобразователя потока жидкости, соединенного с управляющим устройством, и нормально закрытого электромагнитного клапана соленоидного типа, соединенного с управляющим устройством, причем количество в одном автомате электромагнитных клапанов и электронных импульсных преобразователей потока жидкости может быть больше одного и в любой последовательности.

АВТОНОМНЫЙ ЭЛЕКТРОХИМИЧЕСКИЙ СИГНАЛИЗАТОР АВАРИЙНОГО ПАДЕНИЯ ДАВЛЕНИЯ ЖИДКОСТИ И ГАЗА

... 1. Автономный электрохимический сигнализатор аварийного падения давления (АЭСАПД) рабочей среды, жидкости или газа, содержащий корпус, разделенный эластичной мембраной на две камеры: первую приемную камеру со штуцером, содержащую рабочую среду, и вторую камеру с датчиком падения давления, и ограничители перемещения мембраны, отличающийся тем, что в качестве датчика падения давления взят газодиффузионный воздушный электрод, герметично установленный в днище воздушной камеры, выполненной из изоляционного материала и установленной в верхней части второй камеры, которая выполнена из металла с потенциалом, отличающимся от потенциала воздушного электрода, а нижняя часть второй камеры частично заполнена рабочей жидкостью. ! 2. АЭСАПД по п.1, отличающийся тем, что первая и вторая камеры датчика электрически изолированы друг от друга. ! 3. АЭСАПД по п.1, отличающийся тем, что ограничитель, расположенный под мембраной, выполнен плоским с отверстиями. ! 4. АЭСАПД по п.1, отличающийся тем, что ограничитель ...

СИСТЕМА УПРАВЛЕНИЯ КОМПЛЕКСОМ ПОДАЧИ ВОДЫ И ОТВЕДЕНИЯ СТОЧНЫХ ВОД

СПОСОБ ВОДОСНАБЖЕНИЯ

... 1. Способ водоснабжения, в отличие от существующих, основан на использовании экологически чистых источников энергии, отличающийся тем, что водозабор осуществляется поршневыми насосами, приводимыми в действие с помощью гидротурбин шнекового горизонтального типа, исключая использование электроэнергии сети страны. 2. Способ водоснабжения по п. 1, отличающийся тем, что электроэнергия для питания электролизных установок, озонаторов и других потребителей очистки питьевой воды используется от автономных электростанций, входящих в комплекс водоснабжения, использующих непосредственно кинетическую энергию потока реки и кинетическую энергию ветра. 3. Способ водоснабжения по п. 1, отличающийся тем, что излишки энергии электростанции аккумулируются в виде компонентов топлива экологически чистых при применении сжиганием - это водород и кислород. 4. Способ водоснабжения по п. 1, отличающийся тем, что источники преобразования кинетической энергии потока реки служат "Ветросиловая установка" и "Устройство ...

Способ водоснабжения потребителя

Изобретение относится к водоснабжению и касается способа водоснабжения потребителей главного корпуса атомных электростанций . Цель изобретения - повышение надежности путем регулирования давления в заданном диапазоне. Способ предусматривает подачу воды по магистральному подводящему трубопроводу и обводному трубопроводу, отвод воды по магистральному отводящему трубопроводу и регулирование давления воды посредством размещения постоянного гидравлического сопротивления на магистральном отводящем трубопо- оде и постоянного гидравлического строшвления на обводном трубопроводе В качестве постоянных гидравлических сопротивлений назначают шайбы с коэффициентами сопротивления, определяемыми из соотношений 1 ил ...

Система водоснабжения населенного пункта

WATER SUPPLY SYSTEM OF LOCALITIES

Система водоснабжения

Изобретение относится к системам водоснабжения населенных пунктов. Цель изобретения - снижение эксплуатационных затрат и повышение надежности. Система водоснабжения содержит водовод 1, подводящий 2 и отводящий 3 трубопроводы, соединенные с отводящим трубопроводом 3 обводной 10 и напорный 16 трубопроводы, напорно-регулирующую емкость 5, емкость 6 для пожарного запаса воды с насосом 7 и разводящую сеть. Емкость 6 установлена на обводном трубопроводе 10, один конец которого соединен с нижней частью емкости 6 посредством вертикального трубопровода 13, а другой конец - с верхней ее частью. Емкость 6 выполнена в виде герметичного колодца, в котором установлен насос 7, а напорный трубопровод 16 соединен с отводящим трубопроводом 3 между узлами подсоединения обводного трубопровода 10 к отводящему трубопроводу 3. Система работает в режимах хозяйственно-питьевого и противопожарного водоснабжения. При работе в режиме хозяйственно-питьевого водоснабжения воду можно подавать в разводящую сеть тремя ...

Система водоснабжения населенногопуНКТА

Система водоснабжения населенных пунктов

Water supply for a processing system especially a rotary printing press has a pressure reducer and pressure reservoir in the feed line to prevent pressure peaks

A water supply for a processing system, e.g. a rotary printing press, is connected to the initial feed (4), e.g. a water main, by a number of elements including filters, non return valve, and pressure reservoirs and pressure reducing valves. The system removes impurities and provides a constant pressure to the feed lines (1) to the process stages. The main pressure reservoir (13) is fitted near to the main pressure reducing valve (13). The control feed line includes pressure monitors (6, 12).

Temporary water supply when servicing mains supply

A device 30 suitable for providing a temporary water supply 60 through a stop tap 20 comprising a mains side (shaded) and a user side 26, the device when connected to the stop tap body being able to prevent water passing across from the mains side to the user side, while also enabling a temporary water supply to be provided to user side of the stop cock 20. The device comprises a valve body having a threaded base 33 adapted to fit a threaded bore of a stop tap body, a sealing washer 36 to prevent water passing across from the mains side, and a fluid passageway 44 extending through said valve. A flexible temporary supply pipe 42 is connected to the valve body. The sealing washer may be controlled by a nut 48. A method of installing the device is also claimed. This provisional water supply system is ideally used when mains pipes need repair or maintenance.

DISTRIBUTING SYSTEM FOR HOUSEHOLD WATER.

Be used for tower -free water supply of running water mill device

Novel water intaking of rice alcohol product device

Multi -storey building water supply system

Internet-of-things signal transmission based frequency-variable constant-pressure water supply system and frequency-variable constant-pressure water supply method

The invention discloses an internet-of-things signal transmission based frequency-variable constant-pressure water supply system which comprises an internet-of-things signal collection and transmission device, a water inlet, a water pump unit, a water outlet and a frequency-variable control cabinet. The water inlet is arranged at a water source and is connected with the input end of the water pump unit through a pipeline. The output end of the water pump unit is connected with the water outlet through a pipeline. The water outlet is connected with a water consuming system through a pipeline. The internet-of-things signal collection and transmission device arranged at the extreme pressure point of the water consuming system collects pressure signals of the extreme pressure point and sends the signals to the frequency-variable control cabinet. The frequency-variable control cabinet controls the water pump unit to operate in a frequency-variable mode according to the signals. According to ...

Automatic water replenishing method for stairs

Fire control atmospheric pressure water supply system who replaces high flush tank

Soybean milk production wastewater purification ecological system

Non-negative pressure water supply control system

WATER PURIFICATION AND COOLER OF CISTERN OR RESERVE

Dispositif et procédé pour le contrôle de réseau hydraulique.

L'invention concerne un dispositif et un procédé permettant de contrôler et, le cas échéant, de reconstituer le fonctionnement de réseaux hydrauliques et plus particulièrement de réseaux de distribution d'eau. Le dispositif comprend notamment un capteur de pression (P) contenu dans une remorque (R). Le procédé consiste à poser l'hypothèse que les vannes (3), (6) et (9) permettent d'isoler une maille du réseau, puis à raccorder la remorque (R) entre (A) et (B). Si après ouverture des vannes (1) et (2), la courbe de la pression en fonction du temps à une pente négative importante, cela signifie que l'hypothèse est valide. Dans le cas inverse (pas de chute de pression ) il convient de poser une nouvelle hypothèse et de répéter l'opération précédente.

Large scale thermal storage system - comprising warm water filled basin divided into strips filled with gravel and covered

LINKAGE SYSTEM FOR WATER RESOURCES

The present invention relates to a water resource linkage system using an auxiliary water source including a plurality of wells (100); a central purification tank (200) configured to supply purified water to the plurality of wells (100); a plurality of auxiliary water sources (300) configured to supply water to the well (100) or the central purification tank (200) to compensate for the water shortage of the well (100); and a channel (400) including a replenishing water path (410) for supplying replenishing water to the well (100) from the auxiliary water source (300), a contaminated water path (420) supply contaminated water to the central purification tank (200) from the replenishing water to the well (100), and a purifier (430) for supplying purified water to the well (100) from the central purifier (200). When the water quality of the auxiliary water source (300) satisfies the criterion, replenishment water is supplied to the well (100) from the auxiliary water source (300) through the ...

Smart Planter System Having Reduction Function Fine Dust and Surface Temperature

CONCRETE BOX FOR INSTALLATION PATTERN WATER INLET

Method of and arrangement for the seasonal storage and use of hot water produced in particular by electrical power-generating thermal and nuclear stations

A large capacity tank for the seasonal storage of hot water from electrical power-generating thermal and nuclear plants to be used seasonally to heat buildings, consisting of a large basin which comprises partitions dividing the basin into several portions communicating with each other in parallel and/or series relationship, at least one hot water supply input from said plants, leading to the distribution systems which open into one portion of the basin and at least one cold make-up and/or return water supply input for the distribution systems opening into another portion of said basin.

СИСТЕМА ВОДОСНАБЖЕНИЯ НАСЕЛЕННОГО ПУНКТА

Изобретение относится к системам водоснабжения населенного пункта питьевой водой. Техническим результатом изобретения является повышение эффективности использования системы. Система водоснабжения включает водоводы, регулирующую емкость, резервуар с гидроэлеватором, распределительные трубопроводы с циркуляционной трубой, автоматическое запорное устройство и напорный стояк. Гидроэлеватор содержит диффузор, на внутренней поверхности которого предусмотрены криволинейные спиралевидные направляющие, и камеру смешения, соединенную с атмосферой эластичным стояком, на конце которого установлена суживающаяся насадка с криволинейными винтообразными канавками на ее внутренней поверхности. При этом насадка установлена на поплавке, а напорный стояк выполнен в виде опрокинутого усеченного конуса. 3 ил.

УСТРОЙСТВО УПРАВЛЕНИЯ ВОДООГРАНИЧЕНИЕМ КОМБИНИРОВАННОЕ

Полезная модель относится к системе жилищно-коммунального хозяйства (ЖКХ) и может быть использована для управления ограничением подачи горячей (ГВС) и холодной (ХВС) воды, поступающих в отдельную квартиру в случае возникновения у собственника квартиры задолженности по оплате за потребляемые коммунальные ресурсы. Известное устройство управления водоограничением комбинированное состоит из устройства ограничения подачи водоснабжения в виде шарового крана с узлом защиты от несанкционированного доступа к поворотному механизму с помощью магнитной муфты, снабженного колпачком с отверстием для пломбирования, фильтра грубой очистки с отверстием в нижней части для пломбирования и дополнительного шарового крана с рукояткой, отличается тем, что дополнительный шаровой кран выполнен в одном корпусе с фильтром грубой очистки и размещен после устройства ограничения подачи водоснабжения, причем для холодного водоснабжения устройство ограничения подачи содержит второе отверстие малого диаметра, выполненное ...

МОДУЛЬ ФОРМИРОВАНИЯ МОДЕЛИ ДЛЯ СОЗДАНИЯ МОДЕЛИ УПРАВЛЕНИЯ СИСТЕМОЙ РЕГУЛИРОВКИ ДАВЛЕНИЯ СЕТИ ВОДОСНАБЖЕНИЯ

Группа изобретений относится к модулю формирования модели для создания модели управления системой регулировки давления сети водоснабжения и к способу управления системой. Сеть водоснабжения оборудована одним или более датчиками давления, из которых по меньшей мере один датчик удаленного давления расположен удаленно от системы регулировки давления. Модуль формирования модели выполнен с возможностью связи с по меньшей мере одним датчиком удаленного давления, а также с возможностью создания указанной модели без измеренного, определенного или оцененного значения расхода на основе по меньшей мере одного значения удаленного давления, определенного по меньшей мере одним датчиком удаленного давления, и на основе по меньшей мере одной зависящей от нагрузки переменной системы регулировки давления. Указанная модель представляет собой по меньшей мере одну кривую регулировки давления для управления системой регулировки давления. Способ содержит этапы, на которых создают модель без измеренного, определенного ...

УСТАНОВКА ОБЕЗЖЕЛЕЗИВАНИЯ ПОДЗЕМНЫХ ВОД В ПЛАСТЕ

Изобретение относится к системам водоснабжения и может быть использовано для подготовки воды для промышленных и бытовых нужд. Установка снабжена силовым насосом 15, а водоприемное устройство выполнено в виде гидроприводного насоса 3 с гидравлическим пакером 4, полость которого сообщена с трубопроводом подачи рабочей жидкости, через регулирующие задвижки к входу силового насоса 15 подключены трубопровод подачи воды из скважины и водовод 5, а к выходу силового насоса - трубопровод подачи рабочей жидкости в гидроприводной насос 3, трубопровод подачи воды в скважину и водовод 5. 2 ил.

УСТРОЙСТВО УПРАВЛЕНИЯ ВОДООГРАНИЧЕНИЕМ КОМБИНИРОВАННОЕ

Устройство управления водоограничением комбинированное, состоящее из устройства перекрытия подачи жидкости в виде шарового крана с узлом защиты от несанкционированного доступа к поворотному механизму и фильтра грубой очистки, размещенного перед ним, отличающееся тем, что оно выполнено в одном корпусе с дополнительным шаровым краном с рукояткой, располагающимся после него, а узел защиты снабжен колпачком, причем в нем и снаружи заглушки фильтра грубой очистки имеются сквозные отверстия.

СИСТЕМА ВОДОСНАБЖЕНИЯ НАСЕЛЕННЫХ ПУНКТОВ

Система водоснабжения населенных пунктов, включающая водозаборные скважины с установленными в них водоподъемными устройствами, аэратор, герметическую емкость, датчик давления и напорные трубопроводы, соединяющие скважины с водоводом, подключенным к герметичной емкости, камеры смешения, дополнительный аэратор и трубопроводы подачи воды в скважины, причем для каждой водозаборной скважины камера смешения и аэратор установлены на трубопроводе подачи в нее воды и соединены в свою очередь посредством трубопроводов с установленными на них регулируемыми клапанами с соответствующим напорным трубопроводом, отличающаяся тем, что герметичная емкость оборудована регулятором впуска и выпуска воздуха с поплавком, установленным на верхнем уровне воды в ней, предохранительным клапаном и воздухопроводом, соединяющим герметичную емкость с аэратором, выполненным в виде воздушного эжектора, состоящего из обечайки, диффузора и конфузора, на внутренней поверхности последних предусмотрены криволинейные спиралевидные ...

АВТОНОМНЫЙ ДИСКРЕТНЫЙ ЭЛЕКТРОХИМИЧЕСКИЙ УРОВНЕМЕР ЖИДКОСТИ

... 1. Автономный дискретный электрохимический уровнемер жидкости, включающий корпус, установленный вертикально, датчики сигнализации уровня жидкости, расположенные вертикально в ряд, отличающийся тем, что корпус выполнен из электроизоляционного материала, внутри которого размещена воздушная камера и вертикальный канал для рабочей жидкости, отделенный стенкой от воздушной камеры, в качестве датчиков сигнализации взяты газодиффузионные воздушные катоды, вмонтированные герметично в стенку, разделяющую воздушную камеру и вертикальный канал, корпус герметично присоединен к расположенной под ним емкости для рабочей жидкости, в которую вмонтирована мембрана из эластичного материала. ! 2. Уровнемер по п.1, отличающийся тем, что емкость для рабочей жидкости выполнена из металла с потенциалом, отличающимся от потенциала воздушного катода. ! 3. Уровнемер по п.1, отличающийся тем, что в качестве рабочей жидкости взят электролит. ! 4. Уровнемер по п.3, отличающийся тем, что в качестве электролита используется ...

PROCEDURES FOR RENEWING FROM SEEPING WATER PIPELINES IN DUMPS AS WELL AS MECHANISM TO WOULD DRIVE THROUGH THE PROCEDURE.

Transferring fresh water from coastal rivers inland

Hydraulic generating energy saver on roof

This invention is a power-saving device that uses the waterwheel from the hydraulic supply line on the large building roof to produce electricity. Its merits lie in that the pipe of the water tank 5 connects to the water turbine 2 inlet opening 17, and the water wheel axle 2 connects to the rotor of the dynamo. This invention sets the water turbine to the inlet branch of the water tank on the roof of the building and makes the water wheel axle whirligig by the surplus power and potential energy provided by the water supply pump of the water tank which drives the dynamo to produces electricity. This invention transfers the surplus energy into electricity power which saves the power source.

Water demand optimization system, control system and program

According to one embodiment, a water demand optimization system includes a management terminal, a measuring apparatus, a demand information generating unit and a water-supply control apparatus. The management terminal drives customer equipment, which performs an operation using water, in a time zone in which a power unit rate is low. The measuring apparatus measures an amount of water used in a dwelling unit. The demand information generating unit generates water demand based on the amount of water. The water-supply control apparatus controls a pump in a manner to meet water demand and to minimize a treatment cost in a water purification plant and a cost for conveyance of clear water with reference to a variation in the power unit rate.

SYSTEM AND PROCESS FOR THE PURIFICATION, BY MEANS OF THE ENVIRONMENT, OF WATER AND/OR OF WATER OBTAINED FROM A MUNICIPAL OR COLLECTIVE SUPPLY, AND/OR OF WATER OBTAINED FROM A WELL, AND/OR OF WATER OBTAINED IN DOMESTIC AND INDUSTRIAL VESSELS

System and process for the purification of water The water produced is treated with a selective oxidant obtained from the air without contaminants. The water obtained, together with the selective oxidant, is treated through a chemical process, denominated batch process, in a pressurized primary sterilization vessel. The reaction dwell time, and the analytical control, ensure purification; by means of a system of circulation pump and adsorption chamber specific for the chemical treatment realized, the purified water is deposited in a vessel for water for consumption, which water may be prepared with minerals and/or vitamins and/or carbohydrates with the objective of satisfying the full requirements of the population. Furthermore, an electronic unit monitors and controls the movements required to ensure excellent purification and, moreover, that the entire system is sterile at all times. 1) System of water purification from the environment and/or water from Municipal or Collective supply , and/or of the water obtained from a well , and/or of the water obtained in domestic and industrial containers applied “in situ” characterized in what comprises:I. A receptor unit of air from the environment that includes at least a filtering source and a humidity generator.II. A condensing water unit from the receptor unit.III. At least a collector tray with filtering devices of impurities and solids in suspension of the water obtained in such condensing unit.IV. At least a regulator electro valve of the water flow from Municipal or Collective supply, and/or of the water obtained from a well, and/or of the water obtained in domestic and industrial containers.V. Auxiliary devices made up of an oxygen concentrator, eliminator of pollutants, and a stabilized sterilization source to generate a selective oxidant permanently.VI. A container of primary sterilization, receptor of the collected water by the condensing unit or by the flow supplied by the electro valve and the supplied ...

Dosage Protection System and Method For An Aquatic Environment

An aquatic environment monitoring system and method that includes correction for adverse conditions in the monitoring system involving the development of confidence levels for certain conditions in the monitoring system using stored information related to the aquatic environment and/or the monitoring system. Corrections to adverse conditions may be made by the environment monitoring system automatically by the monitoring system and manually via communications to a user of the system. 1. A method of monitoring errors in an aquatic environment monitoring system , the method comprising:measuring one or more error values in the environment monitoring system using the environment monitoring system;determining at least one confidence level based on the one or more error values;determining if the confidence level exceeds a threshold value stored in associated with the environment monitoring system; andgenerating a correction instruction using a dosing calculator associated with the environment monitoring system, the correction instruction for correcting a condition associated with the one or more error values.2. A method according to claim 1 , wherein the aquatic environment monitoring system includes one or more chemical indicators on a chemical indicator holder and an optical reader configured for illuminating and reading the one or more chemical indicators.3. A method according to claim 1 , wherein the one or more error values includes an error value related to a condition selected from the group consisting of a degradation in a chemical indicator due to photo-aging claim 1 , a degradation in a chemical indicator due to water-aging claim 1 , a physical contamination of a chemical indicator claim 1 , an illumination imbalance related to an optical reader claim 1 , a degradation of a light source of an optical reader claim 1 , a physical contamination in water between an optical reader and a chemical indicator claim 1 , a displacement due to friction between a chemical ...

Personal Water Conservation System

A personal water conservation system includes gray water discharge lines, a main sewage line, an impurity measuring unit, a buffer tank, a directional control valve, a water treatment unit, a treated water tank, an automatic shutoff valve, and at least one toilet flush tank. The buffer tank and the water treatment unit purify the gray water in two different stages. The purified gray water is then stored in the treated water tank. If the gray water can't be purified within the personal water conservation system, the impurity measuring unit and the directional control valve redirect the gray water into the main sewage line. The purified water from the treated water tank can be used with the at least one toilet flush tank in order to conserve fresh water. 1. A system for purifying gray water comprises ,gray water discharge lines;a main sewage line;an impurity measuring unit;a buffer tank;a directional control valve;a water treatment unit;a treated water tank;an automatic shutoff valve;at least one toilet flush tank;a fresh water line;a control panel;the impurity measuring unit comprises a gray water inlet, a main water quality sensor, a control shutoff valve, and a pump;the buffer tank comprises a filter;the directional control valve comprises a secondary water quality sensor, a sewage outlet, and a treatment outlet;the water treatment unit comprises a heating element;the treated water tank comprises a circulation pump, an overflow line, an automatic shutoff valve, and a shutoff sensor; andthe control panel comprises a thermostat, an electrical power supply and a digital panel.2. The system for purifying gray water as claimed in comprises claim 1 ,the impurity measuring unit being positioned in between the gray water discharge lines and the main sewage line;the impurity measuring unit is in fluid communication with each of the gray water discharge lines through the gray water inlet;the main water quality sensor being traversed into the gray water inlet;the pump being ...

PLC SYSTEM FOR AUTOMATICALLY CONTROLLING PID FOR MAINTAINING TARGET WATER QUALITY VALUE BY DEPOSITING WATER TREATMENT CHEMICAL

A PLC system for automatically controlling PID for controlling the target value for residual chemicals in a water treatment facility, according to the present invention, comprises: a PID control software; a main control room computer for generating a PID control command regarding chemical deposit amount and relaying same to a field control PLC in a chemical room; the field control PLC in the chemical room for receiving a PID control command signal from the main control room computer and performing computing and control; and a chemical depositor in the chemical room for receiving the control signal from the field control PCL and depositing the indicated amount of chemicals, wherein the main control room computer calculates an initial setting value for the chemical deposit amount and generates the PID control command. 1. A PLC system for automatically controlling a PID for maintaining a target water quality value by depositing water treatment chemical , comprising:a computer provided in a main control room which computer is equipped with a PID control software and generates a PID control command with respect to a chemical feed amount and transfer to a field control PLC of a chemical room;a field control PLC provided in the chemical room which field control PLC receives a PID control command signal from the computer of the main control room and performs a calculation and control; and{'b': '1', 'claim-text': {'br': None, 'initial set value=[current actual feed amount+(residual chemical target value−residual chemical actual measured value)]×flow amount, \u2003\u2003[Equation 1]'}, 'a chemical feeder provided in the chemical room which chemical feeder receives a control signal of the field control PLC and feeds a chemical as much as commanded, and the computer of the main control room calculates an initial set value of the chemical feed amount based on Equation and generates a PID control command,'}where in the equation, the current actual feed amount represents the ...

VEHICLE WITH WATER SUPPLY AND COOLING SYSTEM

A vehicle includes a water supply system for water consumers and a cooling system having a drain line for draining condensate water precipitated during operation of the cooling system. The drain line of the cooling system is connected to at least one water consumer. 111-. (canceled)12. A vehicle , comprising:water consumers;a water supply system for said water consumers; anda cooling system having a drainage line for draining condensed water formed during operation of said cooling system;said drainage line of said cooling system connected to at least one of said water consumers.131. The vehicle according to claim 12 , wherein said drainage line of said cooling system () is connected indirectly to at least one of said consumers.14. The vehicle according to claim 13 , which further comprises an intermediate tank installed in said drainage line of said cooling system and configured to collect condensed water.15. The vehicle according to claim 14 , wherein said intermediate tank is connected directly to at least one of said consumers.16. The vehicle according to claim 15 , wherein said water supply system has a water storage tank additionally connected to at least one of said consumers.17. The vehicle according to claim 14 , wherein said water supply system has a water storage tank claim 14 , a line is connected from said intermediate tank to said water storage tank and a further line is connected from said water storage tank to at least one of said consumers.18. The vehicle according to claim 14 , wherein said water supply system has a water storage tank claim 14 , and said intermediate tank is connected to said water storage tank and to at least one of said consumers.19. The vehicle according to claim 13 , wherein said water supply system has a water storage tank claim 13 , and said drainage line of said cooling system has a branch connected directly to said water storage tank of said water supply system.20. The vehicle according to claim 14 , wherein at least one of ...

Rate of Change Protection System and Method For An Aquatic Environment

A system and method for dosing additives to an aquatic environment. The rate of addition of an additive is monitored by an aquatic environment monitoring device as the additive is added to the aquatic environment. Stored information related to aquatic environment parameters is utilized to generate a rate correction instruction that may be used to make changes in a rate of addition by an automatic dosing device and/or provide an alert to a user of the aquatic environment. A user interface may be provided for entry of certain aquatic environment parameters. 1. A method of dosing an aquatic environment with one or more additives , the method comprising:identifying a first additive for addition to the aquatic environment;adding the first additive to the aquatic environment at a first rate of addition;monitoring a rate of change of the first additive in the aquatic environment using an aquatic environment monitoring device;comparing the rate of change of the first additive in the aquatic environment to a stored rate of change threshold value for the first additive to determine if the rate of change of the first additive in the aquatic environment exceeds the stored rate of change threshold value; andgenerating a rate correction instruction in response to the rate of change of the first additive in the aquatic environment exceeding the stored rate of change threshold value.2. A method according to claim 1 , wherein said adding the first additive to the aquatic environment includes adding the first additive manually.3. A method according to claim 1 , wherein said adding the first additive to the aquatic environment includes adding the first additive using an automatic doser device.4. A method according to claim 3 , wherein said generating a rate correction instruction includes providing an instruction to the automatic doser device to modify the first rate of addition to a second rate of addition.5. A method according to claim 4 , further comprising adding the first ...

WATER SOFTENER SYSTEM AND METHOD

An apparatus for detecting salt level within a water treatment system is provided and includes a biasing member, a paddle operatively connected to the biasing member, and an actuator operatively connected to the biasing member. The biasing member biases the paddle in a first position when the salt level is below the bottom of the paddle. The paddle is configured such that when the salt level is above the bottom of the paddle sufficient force from the salt is applied to one of the sides of the paddle to overcome the biasing force of the biasing member and move the paddle to a second position. The actuator is configured to cause a signal to be outputted that indicates that the salt level needs to be replenished in response to the paddle being in the first position. 1. An apparatus for detecting salt level within a water treatment system , comprising:a biasing member;a paddle, wherein the paddle is operatively connected to the biasing member, wherein the paddle includes a bottom and opposite sides;an actuator, wherein the biasing member is operatively connected to the actuator;wherein the biasing member biases the paddle in a first position when the salt level is below the bottom of the paddle, wherein the paddle is configured such that when the salt level is above the bottom of the paddle sufficient force from the salt is applied to one of the sides of the paddle to overcome the biasing force of the biasing member and move the paddle to a second position;wherein the actuator is configured to cause a signal to be outputted that indicates that the salt level needs to be replenished in response to the paddle being in the first position.2. The apparatus of wherein the water treatment system includes a brine tank claim 1 , wherein the brine tank includes a riser tube claim 1 , wherein the riser tube extends upwardly from a bottom of the brine tank claim 1 , wherein the actuating part is mounted on the riser tube.3. The apparatus of wherein the biasing member includes an ...

SYSTEM FOR MONITORING AND CONTROLLING A PROCESS FOR TREATMENT OF A TREATABLE FLUID

The present invention relates to a means of monitoring and controlling a process step, or steps for a treatable fluid being processed, whereby a sampled volume of the treated fluid is delivered to a vessel, within which the sampled treated fluid emulates the expected reaction or reactions of the treatable fluid being processed within the process step. The sampled volume of the treated fluid is detained, monitored, recorded and analyzed by the present invention. The resulting data is translated into commands that are conveyed to process control devices which control the processing of the treatable fluid. Sampling and analyzing of the treatable fluid is automatically repeated on a cyclical basis. 1. A system for monitoring at least one characteristic of a fluid flowing in a main fluid stream , and for controlling the at least one monitored characteristic of the fluid flowing in the main fluid stream to a desired level by treatment of the fluid flowing in the main fluid stream with at least one treatment fluid added to the fluid flowing in the main fluid stream , the system comprising:at least one main reactor/clarification vessel;a main conduit defining the main fluid stream;a treatment fluid supply device coupled to the main conduit for adding the at least one treatment fluid to the fluid flowing in the main fluid stream;the main conduit continuing downstream of the treatment fluid supply device, and delivering the fluid flowing in the main fluid stream and the at least one added treatment fluid to the main reactor/clarification vessel wherein treatment of the fluid flowing in the main fluid stream by the at least one treatment fluid is accomplished such that the at least one monitored characteristic reaches the desired level; 'wherein the diverted sample fluid stream is volumetrically smaller than the at least one treatment fluid added fluid flowing in the main fluid stream, and the reaction conditions of the diverted sample fluid stream emulate the reaction ...

SCALE INHIBITION METHOD AND GEOTHERMAL POWER GENERATING DEVICE

A method for inhibiting scale including inorganic cations, and an economically operable geothermal power generating device which can inhibit deposition of scale. The geothermal power generating device includes: an inorganic cation concentration measuring device for measuring the concentration of bivalent or more inorganic cations in geothermal water collected from a production well; a flowmeter for measuring the flow rate of the geothermal water collected from the production well; a heat removal unit for lowering the temperature of the geothermal water; a thermometer for measuring the temperature of the geothermal water after removing heat; a pH measuring device for measuring the pH of the geothermal water after removing heat; a calculation processing unit for calculating the additive amount of a scale inhibitor; and a control unit for adding the scale inhibitor to the geothermal water by the amount calculated by the calculation processing unit. 1. A method for inhibiting scale , comprising:a water inflow measurement step for measuring a flow rate and a concentration of bivalent or more inorganic cations in geothermal water collected from a production well;a heat removal step for removing heat from the geothermal water;a water outflow measurement step for measuring a temperature and a pH of the geothermal water after the heat removal step;a scale-inhibiting agent addition amount calculation step for obtaining a saturation concentration of inorganic cations in the geothermal water after the heat removal step on the basis of the temperature and the pH of the geothermal water after the heat removal step, and calculating an addition amount of a scale-inhibiting agent required for inhibiting the precipitation of salts containing the inorganic cations from the flow rate of the geothermal water and a value obtained by subtracting the saturation concentration of inorganic cations in the geothermal water after the heat removal step from the inorganic cation concentration of ...

WATER TREATMENT VALVE CONTROL SYSTEM WITH ROTARY POSITION SENSOR

Water treatment and valve control systems and apparatuses, and methods of using the same, are disclosed. In some examples, the apparatuses, systems, and methods include use of a rotary position sensor and one or more rotatable elements configured to, when moving from an initial rotational position to subsequent rotational positions, move one or more element of a valve assembly. In various examples of the apparatuses, systems, and methods, the rotatable element rotates directly from one rotational position to another rotational position. In certain examples, the rotary position sensor measures an electrical resistance value to detect the rotational position of the rotatable element. 1. A water treatment system comprising:a first rotatable element operably connected to a first moveable element of a valve assembly and configured to move from an initial rotational position to at least two subsequent rotational positions, and further configured to move the first moveable element between an initial position corresponding to the initial rotational position of the rotatable element, and at least two subsequent positions corresponding to the at least two subsequent rotational positions of the first rotatable element; anda rotary position sensor operably connected to the first rotatable element and configured to detect the rotational position of the first rotatable element during use of the system without recalibrating to a reference position;wherein the valve assembly is configured to be independently connected to at least two of: a brine tank, a resin tank, a water supply, a drain, and a plumbing system; andwherein the water treatment system is configured to move the first rotatable element directly from one subsequent rotational position to another subsequent rotational position.2. The water treatment system of claim 1 , further comprising:a motor configured to rotate the first rotatable element;at least one computer processor; andat least one non-transitory computer- ...

Water Treatment with Notification

A water treatment device includes a water treatment material contained within a housing of the water treatment device. The incoming water is exposed to the water treatment material to produce treated water. A magnetic field-based or a light-based sensor may determine an amount of the water treatment material remaining in the water treatment device and provide notification. 1. A water treatment device comprising:a water treatment material contained within a housing of the water treatment device, wherein incoming water is exposed to the water treatment material to produce treated water;a magnetic object having a magnetic field, wherein the magnetic object rests on the water treatment material; anda magnetic sensor circuit that senses the magnetic field of the magnetic object, wherein the magnetic object moves closer to the magnetic sensor circuit as the water treatment material becomes depleted and wherein the magnetic sensor circuit provides a notification when the water treatment material is depleted to a threshold amount.2. The water treatment device of claim 1 , wherein the magnetic sensor circuit determines whether the water treatment material is depleted to the threshold amount based on a strength of the magnetic field of the magnetic object.3. The water treatment device of claim 1 , wherein the magnetic sensor circuit provides a second notification when the water treatment material is depleted to a second threshold amount.4. The water treatment device of claim 1 , wherein the magnetic sensor circuit provides periodic notifications corresponding to amounts of the water treatment material.5. The water treatment device of claim 1 , wherein the magnetic sensor circuit provides the notification by generating a visual or audio indicator.6. The water treatment device of claim 1 , wherein the magnetic sensor circuit provides the notification by transmitting a message wirelessly or via a wired connection.7. The water treatment device of claim 1 , further comprising an ...

METHOD OF TAKING WATER AND WATER INTAKE SYSTEM

A method of taking water according to one aspect of the present invention includes determining a first position based on a temperature distribution in a predetermined measuring range under water, and adjusting a water intake position to make the water intake position identical to the first position. 1. A method of taking water comprising:determining a first position based on a temperature distribution in a predetermined measuring range under water; andadjusting a water intake position to make the water intake position identical to the first position.2. The method of taking the water according to claim 1 , wherein determining the first position comprises:observing at least one of a water flow, an air flow, a weather, and hydrographic conditions;processing the temperature distribution based on the at least one of the water flow, the air flow, the weather, and the hydrographic conditions; anddetermining the first position based on the processed temperature distribution.3. The method of taking the water according to claim 2 , wherein determining the first position comprises:determining the first position based on the temperature distribution over a region farther from a water intake port as a flow rate of the observed water flow increases.4. The method of taking the water according to claim 2 , wherein determining the first position comprises:determining the first position based on the temperature distribution over a region distanced from a water intake port in an opposite direction to the flow direction of the observed water flow.5. The method of taking the water according to claim 1 , wherein determining the first position comprises:determining the first position based on the temperature in each unit region defined by subdividing the measuring range.6. The method of taking the water according to claim 5 , wherein determining the first position comprises:determining a size of each unit region based on a water intake amount.7. The method of taking the water according to ...

DECENTRALIZED WASTEWATER TREATMENT SYSTEM FOR REMOVING PHOSPHOROUS

An on-site decentralized wastewater treatment system for treating phosphorous-containing wastewater including a sedimentation chamber and an anaerobic treatment system and/or an aerobic treatment system, along with a recirculation system which recirculates treated wastewater within the treatment system. The system further includes a system for introduction of a chemical agent into the recirculation system for complexing the phosphorous-containing compounds present in the wastewater. 1. An on-site , decentralized wastewater treatment system for treating phosphorous-containing wastewater comprisingan inlet for receiving the wastewater,a sedimentation chamber for receiving wastewater from the inlet,an anaerobic treatment system and/or an aerobic treatment system for receiving and treating wastewater,a recirculation system which recirculates treated wastewater back to the sedimentation chamber,a system for introduction of chemical agents into the recirculation system for treating phosphorous-containing compounds present in the wastewater, andan outlet to discharge treated wastewater from the wastewater treatment system.2. The wastewater treatment system of wherein the system for introduction of chemical agents into the recirculation system is selected from the group consisting of a venturi apparatus claim 1 , a liquid pump claim 1 , syphon or gravity dripped structure claim 1 , and a structure for holding solid tablets or other solids containing metals or metal salts.3. The recirculation system of wherein the chemical agents used for complexing of the phosphorous-containing compound is selected from the group consisting of ammonium compounds claim 1 , ferric compounds claim 1 , aluminum compounds and calcium compounds.4. The wastewater treatment system of wherein the chemical agents are contained in dissolvable tablets containing a compound comprising a metal or metal salt with the metal selected from the group consisting of aluminum claim 1 , iron and calcium.5. The ...

MEASUREMENT SYSTEM INCLUDED IN DESALINATION SYSTEM, DESALINATION SYSTEM, AND DESALINATION METHOD

In a desalination system, a water-repellent particle layer is provided at a lower portion of a water tank and composed of water-repellent particles. A devolatilizing layer is provided below the layer. Liquid is provided in the tank and is heated for evaporation, and obtained vapor passes through the particle layer and is liquefied at the devolatilizing layer, so that freshwater is obtained from the liquid. The particle layer includes a first and a second particle layers composed of discriminable first and second particles. A particle measuring unit measures an amount of the second water-repellent particles. A decision unit decides whether or not the measured amount of the second water-repellent particles is equal to or more than a predetermined value. A controller alerts when the decision unit decides that the amount of the second particles is equal to or more than the predetermined value. 1. A measurement system included in a desalination system comprising:a water tank;a water-repellent particle layer provided at a lower portion of the water tank and composed of water-repellent particles; anda devolatilizing layer provided below the water-repellent particle layer,wherein liquid is introduced to the water tank,the introduced liquid is heated to be evaporated into water vapor, andthe water vapor passes through the water-repellent particle layer and is liquefied at the devolatilizing layer, and fresh water is obtained from the liquid,the water-repellent particle layer comprises a first particle layer composed of first water-repellent particles and a second particle layer provided below the first particle layer and composed of second water-repellent particles that are discriminable from the first water-repellent particles,the measurement system comprising:a particle measuring unit that measures an amount of the second water-repellent particles contained in the liquid;a decision unit that decides whether or not the amount of the second water-repellent particles measured ...

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR MONITORING DISPOSAL OF WASTEWATER IN ONE OR MORE DISPOSAL WELLS

A system and method for monitoring disposal of wastewater in a disposal well includes: an event monitor sensor configured to identify a wastewater disposal event; and a second sensor configured to collect data about one or more characteristics of the wastewater during the wastewater disposal event. The data from the second sensor at the disposal well is analyzed to determine a classification of the wastewater, which is then reported to an operator or another interested party. 1. A system for monitoring disposal of wastewater in a disposal well , comprising:an event monitor sensor configured to identify a wastewater disposal event;a second sensor configured to collect data about one or more characteristics of the wastewater during the wastewater disposal event; anda water analysis module operable to receive collected data from the second sensor, and further operable to determine a classification of the wastewater from the collected data.2. The system as recited in claim 1 , wherein the event monitor sensor is a camera.3. The system as recited in claim 1 , wherein the event monitor sensor is a current sensor.4. The system as recited in claim 3 , wherein the current sensor monitors the power consumption of one or more pumps that are associated with the disposal well.5. The system as recited in claim 1 , wherein the second sensor is selected from the group consisting of: a total suspended solids (TSS) sensor; a pH sensor; and a conductivity sensor.6. The system as recited in claim 1 , wherein the second sensor comprises: a total suspended solids (TSS) sensor; a pH sensor; and a conductivity sensor.7. The system as recited in claim 1 , wherein the classification is one of the following: produced water; flow-back water; pit water; or sediment waste.8. A method for monitoring disposal of wastewater in a disposal well claim 1 , comprising the steps:identifying a wastewater disposal event at the disposal well;monitoring a volume of wastewater being disposed at the disposal ...

IODINE ADSORBENT, WATER TREATMENT TANK AND IODINE ADSORBING SYSTEM

An iodine adsorbent of an embodiment has a support, a first organic group bonded to the support and has a functional group containing nitrogen at least at a terminal, and silver bonded to the nitrogen-containing functional group. 1. An iodine adsorbent comprising:a support;a first organic group bonded to the support and has a functional group containing nitrogen at least at a terminal; andsilver bonded to the nitrogen-containing functional group.2. The adsorbent according to claim 1 , wherein the nitrogen-containing functional group is a functional group having an amine or an amine derivative structure.3. The adsorbent according to claim 1 , wherein the nitrogen-containing functional group includes at least one of an amino group claim 1 , an amide group claim 1 , and a guanidino group.4. The adsorbent according to claim 1 , further comprising a second organic group bonded to the support and has a functional group containing sulfur at least at a terminal claim 1 , and the sulfur-containing functional group includes at least one of a thiol group claim 1 , a thiolate group claim 1 , a sulfide group claim 1 , and a disulfide group.5. The adsorbent according to claim 4 , wherein an atomic concentration ratio (S (atm %)/N (atm %)) of sulfur to nitrogen in the adsorbent is less than 2.0.6. The adsorbent according to claim 1 , wherein the first organic group contains a carbon chain claim 1 , and a concentration of carbon atoms in the adsorbent is 50 (atm %) or less.7. The adsorbent according to claim 4 , wherein the first organic group contains a carbon chain claim 4 , the second organic group contains a carbon chain claim 4 , and a concentration of carbon atoms in the adsorbent is 50 (atm %) or less.8. A water treatment tank comprising an iodine adsorbent stored therein claim 4 , whereinthe iodine adsorbent includes a support,a first organic group bonded to the support and has a functional group containing nitrogen at least at a terminal, andsilver bonded to the nitrogen- ...

DEVICES, SYSTEMS, AND METHODS FOR COMMUNICATION WITH EQUIPMENT SUCH AS AUTOMATIC SWIMMING POOL CLEANERS

Devices, systems, and methods may be used for wirelessly communicating underwater (or through air) with equipment such as, but not necessarily limited to, automatic swimming pool cleaners (APCs). Such communication avoids any need for conventional wired communication with the APCs. At least some of the devices may be hand-held and capable of having at least portions immersed in water in normal use. The devices preferably do not use radio frequency (RF) signal to communication with APCs, instead employing light-based or other signal types. 1. A control device for a pool system , the control device comprising:a housing; anda communication region on the housing, wherein the control device is configured to wirelessly communicate using the communication region with at least one piece of equipment of the pool system, and wherein the control device is a hand-held device.2. The control device of claim 1 , wherein the housing comprises a head portion and a non-head portion claim 1 , and wherein the communication region of the housing is the head portion of the housing.3. The control device of claim 1 , further comprising a communication module within the housing claim 1 , wherein the communication module comprises a transceiver.4. The control device of claim 3 , wherein the transceiver comprises a light transceiver claim 3 , and wherein the control device is configured to wirelessly communicate with light-based signals.5. The control device of claim 3 , further comprising a power supply within the housing.6. The control device of claim 3 , further comprising a button engageable by a user for generating a wireless signal.7. The control device of claim 3 , further comprising a controller and a sensor claim 3 , wherein the sensor is configured to detect a presence of water claim 3 , and wherein the controller is configured to generate a wireless signal responsive to the detection of water by the sensor.8. A method of communicating with equipment operating in water of a pool ...

TOOL FOR MANAGING MULTIPLE WATER RESOURCES

A system for quantitative water management comprises: at least two interconnected water production entities (U), at least one water resource (S) linked to one at least of the production entities (U), at least one demander element (D) requesting water produced defined by a pre-established temporal curve of water demand produced as a function of time, each link between production entities (U), water resources (S) and demander elements (D) being ensured by a transfer work (C) having a predetermined maximum flowrate and being able to be interconnected, each production entity (U) and each water resource (S) furthermore being associated with a weighting function P, and a calculator adapted to minimize the global weighting function Pg of the system while guaranteeing compliance with the pre-established temporal curve of water demand produced of each demander element (D) under constraint of compliance with the maximum flowrates of the various elements of the system. 1. A quantitative water management system comprising the following elements:at least two water production units (U) that are interconnected, directly or indirectly, each production unit (U) being defined by a maximum rate of production,at least one water resource (S) feeding at least one production unit (U), each water resource (S) being defined by a maximum harvest flow rate,at least one user (D) of produced water defined by a pre-set time curve of demand for produced water as a function of time,each connection between production units (U), water resources (S) and users (D) being provided with a transfer structure (C) having a pre-set maximum flow rate, wherein said transfer structures (C) may be interconnected,each production unit (U) and each water resource (S) being further associated with a weighting function P.Said system being characterized in that it comprises a first computer adapted to minimize the overall weighting function Pg of the system, which is the sum of all weighting functions P of the various ...

Method and Apparatus for Model-Based Control of a Water Distribution System

A computer apparatus runs a hydraulic model using real-time or near-real-time data from an Automated or Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI), to improve model accuracy, particularly by obtaining more accurate, higher-resolution water demand values for service nodes in the model. Improving the accuracy of water demand calculation for the service nodes in the model stems from an improved technique that more accurately determines which consumption points in the water distribution system should be associated with each service node and from the use of real-time or near-real-time consumption data. The computer apparatus uses the water demand values to improve the accuracy and resolution of its water flow and pressure estimates. In turn, the improved flow and pressure estimation provides for more accurate control, e.g., pumping or valve control, flushing control or scheduling, leak detection, step testing, etc.

SEPTIC TANK TREATMENT SYSTEM

A system for wastewater treatment includes a container placeable in the fluid within a wastewater treatment vessel. The container comprises an inlet into which fluid from the treatment vessel can flow. In operation, compressed air is provided to aerate fluid within the container and vented from the container in such a way that fluid in the vessel external to the container does not receive aeration. Substrate within the container provides biomedia for treating wastewater. The user controls the operation of a pump that transports fluid from inside the container into fluid in the vessel external to the container. Concomitantly, fluid from outside the container flows in though the container's inlet. Thereby, the system continuously treats wastewater with aeration, intermixing treated and untreated wastewater. 1. A wastewater treatment system , comprising:a vessel containing a wastewater body comprising a liquid, the vessel having a first interior bottom; a container;', 'a unit liquid inlet disposed to receive the liquid into the container from the wastewater body;', 'an air diffuser within the container, the air diffuser operatively connected to a source of compressed gas containing oxygen;', 'a unit gas outlet opening outside the wastewater body;', 'a pump, the pump having a pump rate and comprising a pump inlet and a pump outlet, the pump inlet disposed within the liquid in the container and the pump outlet connecting to the wastewater body within the vessel outside the container; and', 'a substrate suitable to support bacterial growth., 'a treatment unit disposed in the wastewater body at a processing height above the interior bottom of the vessel, the treatment unit comprising2. The wastewater treatment system according to claim 1 , wherein the substrate further comprises a population of activated treatment bacteria.3. The wastewater treatment system according to claim 2 , wherein the substrate is one of IFAS and MBBR.4. The wastewater treatment system according to ...

PROCESS COOLING WATER SYSTEM CONTROL SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR IRON AND STEELMAKING APPLICATIONS

A process cooling water (PCW) system and method for an iron or steelmaking application, the PCW system and method including: sampling a plurality of characteristics of PCW using a plurality of sensors; calculating one or more of Langelier Saturation Index (LSI) and Ryznar Stability Index (RSI) based on the plurality of characteristics using a LSI/RSI measurement unit coupled to the plurality of sensors; and injecting one or more anti-scalant chemicals into the PCW responsive to the calculated one or more of the LSI and the RSI in real time using an anti-scalant injection system to thereby control scale formation in the PCW. 1. A process cooling water (PCW) system for an iron or steelmaking application , the PCW system comprising:a plurality of sensors operable for sampling a plurality of characteristics of PCW;a Langelier Saturation Index (LSI)/Ryznar Stability Index (RSI) measurement unit coupled to the plurality of sensors and operable for calculating one or more of LSI and RSI based on the plurality of characteristics; andan anti-scalant injection system operable for injecting one or more anti-scalant chemicals into the PCW responsive to the calculated one or more of the LSI and the RSI in real time to thereby control scale formation in the PCW.2. The PCW system of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of sensors comprise one or more of:a pH sensor operable for measuring a pH characteristic of the PCW;a total dissolved solids (TDS) sensor operable for measuring a TDS characteristic of the PCW;a temperature sensor operable for measuring a temperature characteristic of the PCW;a calcium hardness sensor operable for measuring a calcium hardness characteristic of the PCW; andan alkalinity (TAC) sensor operable for measuring an alkalinity characteristic of the PCW.3. The PCW system of claim 1 , wherein the anti-scalant injection system comprises a distributed control system (DCS) in communication with the LSI/RSI measurement unit and an anti-scalant chemical dosing pump ...

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR ONLINE CONTROL OF A CHEMICAL TREATMENT SOLUTION USING SCALE SATURATION INDICES

Systems and methods for applying a chemical treatment solution to a process stream in an industrial processing system while the system is online. The method includes measuring a real-time pH of the process stream, determining a dosage of the chemical treatment solution based on a relationship between the dosage and a scale saturation parameter that is calculated based on the real-time pH of the process stream, and controlling application of the chemical treatment solution to the process stream based on the determined dosage.

METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR USE IN TREATMENT OF LIQUIDS

The present disclosure provides a method and system to monitor and/or determine a variety of parameters of a liquid stream in a system and to administer a treatment agent based on the determined parameters. Furthermore, the system and method of the present disclosure provide the ability to record and validate the determined parameters, as well the treatment methods employed and/or the operating parameters of the system. 1. A system for water treatment , the system comprising:a. at least one test point in communication with a water stream for determining a parameter of the water stream, each test point comprising a sensor capable of measuring the parameter;b. at least one treatment point in communication with the water stream to release a treatment agent into the water stream;c. a control unit, wherein the control unit receives information regarding the parameter and directs the release of an amount of the treatment point from the treatment point into the water stream if the parameter is within a defined treatment range; andd. a legal storage unit;wherein the control unit and the legal storage unit each records at least one parameter related to the water stream.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the parameter is the presence of a monitored agent claim 1 , the amount of the compound released into the water stream claim 1 , the presence of a biofilm claim 1 , the presence of a living organism claim 1 , the conductivity of the water stream claim 1 , the temperature of the water stream claim 1 , the pH of the water stream or a combination of the foregoing.3. The system of claim 2 , wherein the living organism is a bacteria claim 2 , a fungus claim 2 , a virus or a combination of the foregoing.4. The system of claim 2 , wherein the living organism is a Legionella species or a Mycobacterium species.5. The system of claim 2 , wherein the living organism is Legionella pneumophila or Mycobacterium avium.6. The system of claim 1 , wherein a first defined group has access to ...

ENHANCED WATER TREATMENT SYSTEM

Liquid treatment systems (e.g., water treatment systems) with enhanced components and systems are disclosed. For example, the water treatment system may be enhanced by incorporating a location determination component and one or more measurement components (e.g., to measure temperature, flow, pH, composition, etc.). A data store of location information may be created comprising current and/or historical location of the water treatment system. Using transmission capabilities, the water treatment system may transmit collected data to a remote server for, inter alia, storage, aggregation, filtering, and/or analysis. Collectively, the aggregate data from a plurality of networked water treatment systems may form a repository of information that offers synergistic benefits that improve numerous aspects of water treatment systems and the related systems and users to which those water treatment systems provide service. 1. A water treatment system comprising:a brine tank;a resin tank;a water supply interface;a drain interface;a plumbing system interface;a valve assembly coupled to at least two of: the brine tank, the resin tank, the water supply interface, the drain interface, and the plumbing system interface;a location determination component;a wireless communication component;a processor communicatively coupled to the wireless communication component and the location determination component; and measure a status of the water treatment system, wherein the status of the water treatment system comprises a location of the water treatment system determined by the location determination component; and', 'transmit, by the wireless communication component to a remote server, the status of the water treatment system., 'a non-transitory memory storing executable instructions that, when executed by the processor, causes the water treatment system to2. The water treatment system of claim 1 , further comprising:at least one flow measurement component;at least one temperature ...

Autonomous Swimming Pool Skimmer

A swimming pool skimmer comprises a buoyant skimmer body. The swimming pool skimmer further comprises an electrical power supply including a solar cell mounted to a topside of the skimmer body. A set of proximity sensors are operatively connected to the electrical power supply, and are mounted at a forward end of the skimmer body. The set of proximity sensors are configured to generate a signal in response to detecting an obstruction. A set of pump jets are operatively connected to both the electrical power supply and the set of proximity sensors. The set of pump jets are configured to activate in response to the signal from the set of proximity sensors, thereby rotating the swimming pool skimmer away from the obstruction. 1. A swimming pool skimmer comprising:a buoyant skimmer body;an electrical power supply including a solar cell mounted to a topside of the buoyant skimmer body;a set of proximity sensors operatively connected to the electrical power supply and mounted at a forward end of the buoyant skimmer body, wherein the set of proximity sensors is configured to generate a signal in response to detecting an obstruction; anda set of pump jets operatively connected to both the electrical power supply and the set of proximity sensors, wherein the set of pump jets is configured to activate in response to the signal from the set of proximity sensors thereby rotating the swimming pool skimmer.2. The swimming pool skimmer of claim 1 , wherein the buoyant skimmer body further comprises:a set of inlet ports extending through the buoyant skimmer body and configured to allow a fluid intake to the set of pump jets; anda set of outlet ports extending through the buoyant skimmer body and configured to allow a fluid output from the set of pump jets, wherein both the set of inlet ports and the set of outlet ports are positioned beneath a waterline of the buoyant skimmer body.3. The swimming pool skimmer of claim 2 , further comprising:a set of screen filters associated with ...

System and Methods of Determining Liquid Phase Turbidity of Multiphase Wastewater

Systems and methods for determining liquid phase turbidity of multiphase wastewater. A turbidity sensor is provided with multiphase wastewater, such as by placement of the sensor in a reaction chamber, and generates a signal in response to a detected turbidity of the wastewater. The generated signal is sampled to produce a plurality of signal samples. The samples are compared to a threshold, and a turbidity of the wastewater is determined based on samples falling within the threshold. The threshold may be determined based on a statistical analysis of the plurality of samples, or may be set to a predetermined value. The wastewater may be provided by placing the turbidity sensor in a flocculation chamber, and a control signal generated based on the determined turbidity of the wastewater. This control signal may be used to adjust the amount of a chemical, such as a coagulant, introduced into the wastewater. 1. A method of determining wastewater turbidity , the method comprising:receiving a signal indicative of an amount of light scattered by the wastewater;sampling the signal to produce a plurality of signal sample values;comparing the sample values to a threshold;identifying the sample values falling inside the threshold; anddetermining the turbidity of the wastewater based on the identified sample values.2. The method of further comprising:determining the threshold based at least in part on the values of the samples.3. The method of wherein determining the threshold includes:identifying a first group of samples having values clustered around a first signal value; andsetting the threshold so that at least a portion of the first group of samples lies inside the threshold.4. The method of wherein determining the threshold further comprises:identifying a second group of samples having values clustered around a second signal value; andsetting the threshold to a value between the first signal value and the second signal value.5. The method of wherein the second signal ...

Adjusting Method and System for Dispensing Chemical Products

An adjusting method to adjust dispensing of at least one chemical product in a circulation hydraulic circuit having one or more branches (), wherein at least one dispensing device (D, D, D) is configured to dispense, when activated, at least one respective chemical product in the circulation hydraulic circuit, comprising the step of: 1. An adjusting method to adjust dispensing of at least one chemical product in a circulation hydraulic circuit having one or more branches , wherein at least one dispensing device is configured to dispense , when activated , at least one respective chemical product in the circulation hydraulic circuit , comprising the step of:detecting one or more liquid flow rates in one or more respective branches of the circulation hydraulic circuit through one or more respective flow rate sensor devices, wherein:if a regular condition occurs wherein said one or more liquid flow rates detected in said one or more respective branches of the circulation hydraulic circuit are not lower or are higher than respective flow rate threshold values, an activation of said at least one dispensing device is enabled, andif an error condition occurs that is caused by at least one of said one or more liquid flow rates detected in at least one respective branch of said one or more respective branches of the circulation hydraulic circuit that is lower or is not higher than a respective flow rate threshold value, an activation of said at least one dispensing device is inhibited for a time duration equal to a restoration time wherein said at least one detected liquid flow rate causing said error condition is restored to a value not lower or a value higher than said respective flow rate threshold value plus an additional inhibition time associated to at least one of said one or more flow rate sensor devices, wherein said additional inhibition time is a startup time for said one or more flow rate sensor devices, equal to the time necessary to restore steady state ...

WATER TREATMENT SYSTEM

A system is provided for treating and distributing water. The system includes a first container and an input conduit that supplies water (e.g., purified, unpurified, etc.) to the first container. The system also has a treatment delivery system that delivers a mineral composition into the first container. Further, the system uses a controller to selectively deliver the mineral composition in to the first container so that the mineral composition mixes with, and dissolves in the water delivered to the first container. This produces treated water having a programmed profile, which can be distributed to a destination (e.g., a coffee shop) via an output conduit. 1. A system for treating and distributing drink water , the system comprising:a first container;an input conduit that supplies water to the first container;a sensor that measures a characteristic of the water within the first container;a treatment delivery system that delivers a mineral composition into the first container;a controller that controls the treatment delivery system to selectively deliver the mineral composition into the first container based on the characteristic of the water measured by the sensor, such that the mineral composition mixes with and dissolves in the water to produce treated water having a programmed mineral profile; andan output conduit that distributes the treated water to a destination.2. The system of further comprising:a second container defining a storage container; anda transfer conduit that transfers the treated water from the first container to the second container; 'the output conduit is coupled to the second container to distribute the treated water from the second container to a destination.', 'wherein3. The system of further comprising a filter disposed in the transfer conduit that filters treated water that is transferred from the first container to the second container.4. The system of further comprising a total dissolved solids (TDS) meter claim 2 , and a water level ...

RESIDENTIAL RETROFIT BRINE RECLAMATION SYSTEM

A residential retrofit brine reclamation system includes a brine reclamation control panel; a flow sensor; and a three-way valve. The control panel includes a controller with an adjustable timer. The flow sensor is electrically connected to the controller and is connected to a tee fitting via a push-connect fitting with tubing. The three-way valve is electrically connected to the controller and has a softener effluent inlet, a brine water return outlet, and a drain outlet. A method of brine reclamation includes installing the brine reclamation system onto a resin tank and a brine tank and programming the controller to set a regeneration cycle time. The system identifies the start of a regeneration mode by sensing a flow in a softener brine line and directs softener effluent into the valve inlet. After draining some of the softener effluent, the system closes the drain outlet and opens the brine tank return outlet. 1. A residential retrofit brine reclamation system , comprising:a brine reclamation control panel with a controller having an adjustable timer; a flow sensor electrically connected to the controller, said flow sensor being connected to a tee fitting by way of a push-connect fitting with tubing; and a three-way valve electrically connected to the controller; wherein the three-way valve has a softener effluent inlet, a brine water return outlet, and a drain outlet.2. The residential retrofit brine reclamation system of claim 1 , wherein the flow sensor is selected from the group consisting of: a pressure transducer claim 1 , a vacuum switch claim 1 , a flow switch claim 1 , a flow meter claim 1 , and a liquid sensor.3. The residential retrofit brine reclamation system of claim 1 , wherein the three-way valve has a fitting coupled to the softener effluent inlet claim 1 , a fitting coupled to the brine water return outlet claim 1 , and a fitting coupled to the drain outlet.4. The residential retrofit brine reclamation system of claim 1 , wherein the three-way ...

Aircraft

An aircraft has: an aircraft fuselage, a cabin region formed in the aircraft fuselage, underfloor region separated from the cabin region by a floor partition, and a fresh-water supply system. The fresh-water supply system has a fresh-water provision unit arranged in the underfloor region. The fresh-water supply system has multiple water extraction units which are each arranged in the cabin region, and a water line network branched off from the fresh-water provision unit and extending to the water extraction units. Each water extraction unit has a shut-off valve, a filter unit and a tapping point, which are coupled in series by means of water lines. Each filter unit has an exchangeable water filter with a first filter material designed for filtering particles out of the water flowing through the water filter and with a second filter material designed for softening the water flowing through the water filter. 1. An aircraft , having:an aircraft fuselage;a cabin region formed in the aircraft fuselage;an underfloor region formed in the aircraft fuselage and separated from the cabin region by a floor partition arranged in the aircraft fuselage; anda fresh-water supply system,wherein the fresh-water supply system has a fresh-water provision unit arranged in the underfloor region,wherein the fresh-water supply system has multiple water extraction units each arranged in the cabin region,wherein the fresh-water supply system has a water line network branched off from the fresh-water provision unit and extending to the water extraction units, such that water can flow from the fresh-water provision unit to each of the water extraction units,wherein each water extraction unit has a shut-off valve, a filter unit and a tapping point, coupled in series by water lines, such that water can flow from the shut-off valve through the filter unit to the tapping point,wherein each filter unit has an exchangeable water filter with a first filter material and with a second filter material, ...

WASTEWATER EFFLUENT TO GEOTHERMAL HEATING

A wastewater geothermal heat system is supplied with processed wastewater through a drip field in proximity to a thermal array part of a geothermal heat pump system. The wastewater treatment system portion provides a periodic source of treated wastewater. Several sensors and a control system regulate a pump that discharges wastewater from the treatment system and enters a drip field where it is released into the surrounding soil. The dampened soil provides an efficient vehicle to transfer heat into or out of a thermal array which is positioned adjacent to the drip field such that it is in contact with the soil that is dampened by the discharged wastewater. 1. A geothermal heat system comprising:a waste tank having a waste tank inlet for receiving wastewater from a wastewater source, said waste tank having a waste tank outlet;a clarifying tank having a clarifying tank inlet and a clarifying tank outlet, said clarifying tank inlet for receiving wastewater from said waste tank outlet;an aerator providing oxygen to said clarifying tank wherein aerobic decomposition of said wastewater is encouraged;a holding tank having a holding tank inlet for receiving wastewater from said clarifying tank, said holding tank having a holding tank outlet and a level sensor for detecting the level of said wastewater in said holding tank;a liquid pump for dispensing wastewater from said holding tank to said holding tank outlet;a drip field in fluid communication with said holding tank outlet, said drip field having an inlet for receiving wastewater and an outlet for discharging said wastewater, a tube having perforations therethrough, providing fluid communication between said inlet and said outlet, said perforations in said tube discharging said wastewater, said outlet discharging excess wastewater that is not discharged through said perforations;a recycle line in unobstructed fluid communication between said outlet of said drip field and said wastewater treatment system for returning ...

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR MANAGING TOXICITY FROM HIGH TOTAL DISSOLVED SOLIDS (TDS) WATER DISCHARGES

A system and method for management of point source discharges (e.g., mining, pulp and paper, other industrial/municipal) characterized by elevated (e.g., >1,000 mg/L) Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) concentrations to achieve compliance with Whole Effluent Toxicity (WET) requirements, where the aquatic toxicity is related to what is commonly referred to as TDS/ion imbalance, is disclosed. Concentrations of major inorganic ions in a water sample(s) that cause toxicity to aquatic organisms are analyzed to determine which of those cations and anions are deficient in the water sample(s); thereafter it is determined which ion-ratios in the sample(s) contribute to the toxicity to aquatic organisms; and thereafter it is determined which cations and anions to add to the water sample(s) to achieve compliance with aquatic toxicity regulations. 1. A system for managing toxicity from high-total dissolved solids (TDS) effluents by ion-ratio balancing comprising:an effluent having high TDS, the TDS comprising one or more dissolved solids, wherein the one or more dissolved solids cause imbalance in the major ion ratios imparting aquatic toxicity to the effluent; andan addition scheme through which balancing salts are added to the effluent which balance one or more of the major ion ratios in the effluent, determining deficient major ions in the effluent by chemical analysis testing of the effluent;', 'determining WET toxicity for the unique anion:anion, cation:cation, and cation:anion ion-ratios of the major ions present in the effluent;', 'determining presence and concentration of other potential toxicants in the effluent;', 'predicting ions critical to effluent aquatic toxicity based on imbalances of major ions in the effluent;', 'identifying balancing salts to decrease major ion ratio imbalances in the effluent of major ion ratios predicted to be critical to effluent aquatic toxicity; and', 'quantifying the dosage of identified balancing salts to balance major ion ratio imbalances ...

DISPENSING SYSTEM WITH BYPASS

A chemical injection system connects a main water flow to a source of chemicals to a bypass chemical dispenser in a water treatment system. The chemical injection system includes a supply pipe, a return pipe having a bypass chemical dispenser located along a length thereof, and a controlled pumping system including a compounding-rate pump controller connected to a pumping loop. 1. A chemical injection system connecting a main water flow to a source of chemicals to a bypass chemical dispenser in a water treatment system , the chemical injection system comprising:a supply pipe;a return pipe having a bypass chemical dispenser located along a length thereof; anda controlled pumping system including a compounding-rate pump controller connected to a pumping loop.2. The chemical injection system according to claim 1 , wherein the pumping loop includes a feed pump claim 1 , a bypass circuit claim 1 , in which a flow rate in the bypass circuit is controlled by a bypass valve claim 1 , and a feed control needle valve.3. The chemical injection system according to claim 2 , wherein the feed pump includes a solenoid pump claim 2 , a centrifugal pump claim 2 , or a positive displacement pump.4. The chemical injection system according to claim 1 , further including a first flow circuit between the bypass chemical dispenser and the remote water pipeline and a second flow circuit appurtenant to the first flow circuit claim 1 , wherein a pump is installed within the second flow circuit.5. The chemical injection system according to claim 1 , wherein the pumping loop includes a feed pump claim 1 , a bypass circuit claim 1 , in which a flow rate in the bypass circuit is controlled by a bypass valve claim 1 , and a feed control needle valve claim 1 , and the feed control needle valve is installed after the feed pump and within the second flow circuit to change flow rate within the first flow circuit.6. The chemical injection system according to claim 1 , further including a flow sensor ...

Fluid Metering System

A fluid metering system for accurately and consistently mixing two or more fluids together. The fluid metering system generally includes a closed loop feedback system that monitors the flow rate of the water and the volume of liquid chemical added to the water over a period of time. Based on the measured amount of chemical added to the water over a period of time, the system calculates whether or not an adjustment is required for the next addition of chemical to the water. The present invention utilizes a measuring tube that is filled with a chemical wherein a pressure sensor measures the pressure of the chemical in the measuring tube when filled and after being emptied to calculate the total volume of chemical added to the water. 1. A fluid metering system , comprising:a main tank storing a main fluid;a mixing unit fluidly connected to said main tank;a pump fluidly connected to said mixing unit;a first additive tank storing a first fluid;a first measuring tube fluidly connected to said first additive tank;a first fill valve fluidly connected between said first additive tank and said first measuring tube;a first injection valve fluidly connected between said first measuring tube and said mixing unit; anda control unit in communication with said first fill valve and said first injection valve, wherein said control unit controls a state of said first fill valve and said first injection valve for a fill process and for a dosage process, wherein said control unit opens said first fill valve and closes said first injection valve during said fill process thereby filling said first measuring tube with said first fluid, and wherein said control unit closes said first fill valve and opens said first injection valve during said dosage process thereby adding said first fluid from said measuring tube to said main fluid within said mixing unit.2. The fluid metering system of claim 1 , wherein said main fluid is comprised of water.3. The fluid metering system of claim 2 , wherein ...

Chemical Control Systems and Methods for Controlling Disinfectants

A method of automatically controlling chloramine concentration in a body of water contained in a reservoir includes: (a) determining residual chloramine concentration in a water sample obtained from the body of water; (b) determining at least one of the following when the residual chloramine concentration is below a predetermined target chloramine concentration level: (i) an average rate of change in total chlorine concentration; and (ii) an average rate of change in oxidation-reduction potential; and (c) automatically engaging a supply of ammonia and a supply of chlorine to add both ammonia and chlorine to the body of water at a weight ratio of chlorine to ammonia of 5:1 or less when the average rate of change in total chlorine concentration is below a set rate of change and/or the average rate of change in oxidation-reduction potential is above a set rate of change. 1. A method of automatically controlling chloramine concentration in a body of water contained in a reservoir , the method comprising:a) determining residual chloramine concentration in a water sample obtained from the body of water; i) an average rate of change in total chlorine concentration based on total chlorine concentrations of water samples obtained from the body of water; and', 'ii) an average rate of change in oxidation-reduction potential based on oxidation-reduction potentials of water samples obtained from the body of water; and, 'b) determining at least one of the following when the residual chloramine concentration is below a predetermined target chloramine concentration level i) the average rate of change in total chlorine concentration is below a set rate of change in total chlorine concentration;', 'ii) the average rate of change in oxidation-reduction potential is above a set rate of change in oxidation-reduction potential; or', 'iii) the average rate of change in total chlorine concentration is below a set rate of change in total chlorine concentration and the average rate of change ...

METHODS FOR CONSERVING RESOURCES BY TREATING LIQUIDS WITH ELECTROMAGNETIC FIELDS

Resources, such as water, energy, power, amount of de-scaling chemicals, device lifetimes, data analytics and system depreciation may be conserved through the use of dual-field electric and magnetic probes that create and apply electromagnetic fields to liquids, such as water. 1. A method for conserving resources comprising:receiving data, representative of one or more resources of a transport system or reference system affected by treatment of unwanted material in a liquid, at a user control system or an agent control system (collectively “control system”),computing an indication of the difference between an amount of resources currently being used by the transport system or the reference system based on the received data and a threshold amount of resources at the control system; andwherein the treatment of the unwanted material in the liquid comprises generating and applying a magnetic field that includes a modulation signal corresponding to an ionic cyclotron frequency of the unwanted material to treat the unwanted material in the liquid using at least two immersible radial coils configured in a Helmholtz coil arrangement, and at least two axial coils.2. The method as in wherein the one or more resources comprise water usage claim 1 , energy claim 1 , power claim 1 , amount of de-scaling chemicals claim 1 , device lifetimes claim 1 , data analytics or system depreciation.3. The method as in wherein the control system comprises a microcontroller.4. The method as in further comprising comparing the received data to stored reference data at the control system.5. The method as in wherein the stored reference data comprises historical data related to resources associated with the transport or reference system.6. The method as in further comprising computing an indication of the difference between an amount of resources currently being used by the transport or reference system based on the received data and the amount of resources previously used by the transport or ...

FACILITY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

A facility management system quickly creates information required for maintenance or the like of a water treatment facility, after water is sampled at the water treatment facility. The facility management system includes a management center including an operation database in which information indicating an operating status of a water treatment facility is stored, a portable water quality analyzer configured to perform water quality analysis on water taken from the water treatment facility , and a communication apparatus configured to acquire an analysis result from the portable water quality analyzer and wirelessly transmit the analysis result. The management center receives the analysis result transmitted from the communication apparatus , creates information indicating the operating status of the water treatment facility , by using the analysis result, and registers the information in the operation database 1. A facility management system comprising:a management center including a first database in which information indicating an operating status of a water treatment facility is stored, a second database in which facility information of each of a plurality of the water treatment facilities is stored, the facility information including at least one of a location, a name, a type, and specifications, and a transmission unit;a portable water quality analyzer configured to perform water quality analysis on water taken from the water treatment facility; anda communication apparatus configured to acquire an analysis result from the portable water quality analyzer and transmit the analysis result to the management center,wherein the management center receives the analysis result transmitted from the communication apparatus, creates information indicating the operating status, by using the analysis result, and registers the information in the first database,the transmission unit of the management center transmits the facility information to the communication apparatus,the ...

WATER TREATMENT

An apparatus for treating water in a reservoir includes a funnel. A support assembly supports the funnel in a lengthwise upright orientation when the funnel is submerged. A water moving arrangement is arranged to move water through the funnel in a direction from an inlet at an upper end of the funnel towards an outlet at lower end of the funnel. 1. An apparatus for treating water in a reservoir comprisesa funnel;a support assembly for supporting the funnel in a lengthwise upright orientation when the funnel is submerged; anda water moving arrangement that is arranged to move water through the funnel in a direction from an inlet at an upper end of the funnel towards an outlet at lower end of the funnel.2. An apparatus as claimed in claim 1 , in which the funnel is generally circular in transverse section along its length and is shaped so that it tapers radially inwardly from either end towards a cylindrical waist portion.3. An apparatus as claimed in claim 1 , in which the support assembly includes a float assembly for keeping the apparatus afloat in the reservoir.4. An apparatus as claimed in claim 2 , in which the apparatus includes a dosing arrangement that is operatively arranged with respect to a mouth or inlet of the funnel and which is configured to introduce dosing compounds claim 2 , reagents or other water treatment chemicals or products into the water upstream of the water moving arrangement.5. An apparatus as claimed in claim 4 , in which the dosing arrangement is at or near the inlet of the funnel claim 4 , the inlet being configured so that water pressure drops below atmospheric pressure as a result of flow of water into the funnel at the inlet and the dosing arrangement being configured so that atmospheric pressure can contribute to dosing compound being fed into the water.6. An apparatus as claimed in claim 5 , in which the dosing arrangement includes a dosing conduit in the form of a tubular ring that is mounted on or at the inlet of the funnel claim ...

Treating Liquids With Electromagnetic Fields

Dual-field electric and magnetic probes create and apply electromagnetic fields to liquids, such as water, to treat unwanted material in the liquid. 1. A method for treating unwanted material in a liquid comprising:passing a liquid through an immersible magnetic field section of a dual-field probe, the magnetic field section comprising immersible coils configured as Helmholtz coils;generating, by the magnetic field section, a time-varying magnetic field and an induced electric field by the magnetic field section, and applying the generated, time-varying magnetic field and induced electric field to unwanted material in the liquid within a time period determined by the application of a time-varying electric field and an induced magnetic field to optimize the treatment of the unwanted material;passing the liquid through an immersible electric field section of the dual-field probe; andgenerating, by the electric field section, the time-varying electric field and an induced magnetic field.2. The method as in further comprising applying claim 1 , by the magnetic field section claim 1 , the generated claim 1 , time-varying magnetic field and induced electric field to unwanted material in the liquid in substantially at the same time as the application of a time-varying electric field and an induced magnetic field.3. The method as in further comprising applying claim 1 , by the magnetic field section claim 1 , the generated claim 1 , time-varying magnetic field and induced electric field to unwanted material in the liquid after the application of a time-varying electric field and an induced magnetic field.4. The method as in wherein the coils configured as Helmholtz coils comprise at least two immersible claim 1 , radial coils.5. The method as in wherein the immersible electric field section comprises at least two immersible elements claim 1 , wherein one of the elements is a positively charged element and the other element is a negatively charged element.6. The method as in ...

MIXING SYSTEMS FOR WATER STORAGE TANKS

A system may include a water storage tank configured to at least temporarily store an amount of water in an enclosed interior section and a mixing system. The mixing system may include an intake conduit having at least a portion positioned in the interior section to withdraw water from the lower portion of the water storage tank. A pump system may have an intake section and a discharge section, the intake section being coupled to the intake conduit. A discharge conduit may be coupled to the discharge section of the pump system. A discharge fixture may be positioned in the interior section and may include a plurality of discharge holes configured to spray water from the discharge conduit into the water storage tank so as to mix at least a portion of water inside the water storage tank. 1. A system comprising:a water storage tank configured to at least temporarily store an amount of water in an enclosed interior section; an intake conduit having at least a portion positioned in the interior section to withdraw water from a lower portion of the water storage tank;', 'a pump system having an intake section and a discharge section, the intake section coupled to the intake conduit;', 'a discharge conduit coupled to the discharge section of the pump system; and', 'a discharge fixture positioned in the interior section and having a plurality of portions branching from a connection to the discharge conduit, each of the portions including a plurality of discharge holes configured to spray water from the discharge conduit into the water storage tank so as to mix at least a portion of water inside the water storage tank,', 'wherein the plurality of discharge holes extend along a length of the discharge fixture, and wherein the discharge fixture is attached to a ladder or a ladder support structure of the water storage tank along a length of one of the portions, wherein the ladder comprises a plurality of rungs sized and dimensioned for a user to climb up or down thereon., 'a ...

INJECTION SYSTEM FOR WASTEWATER TREATMENT

A system and method for monitoring and altering the conditions of a sewage system comprising a wet well connected to a sewer. The wet well is also configured to provide sewage to a secondary system, where the sewage is fed into an oxygen contact chamber. That chamber is fed oxygen which is dissolved into the sewage such that the sewage in the contact chamber has elevated oxygen content. That oxygenated sewage is then fed into the sewage system in order to raise oxygen levels and control anaerobic activity. Sensors and valves of the system are controlled by a central controller which provides for improved functionality, energy savings, and automated function. 1. A sewage treatment system comprising;A sewage storage well;A pipe in fluid communication with the sewage storage well and a pump, wherein the pump moves organic matter from the well and into the pipe;An injection point at a point in the pipe downstream from the sewage storage well;An oxygenated sewage source coupled to the injection point.2. The sewage treatment system of further comprising claim 1 , a pump configured to move sewage through a second pipe and into the oxygenated sewage source claim 1 , wherein the oxygenated sewage source is a mass transfer saturator.3. The sewage treatment system of further comprising a valve located between the oxygenated sewage source and the injection point claim 1 , the valve in communication with a controller to actuate the valve claim 1 , and wherein actuation of the valve allows oxygenated sewage to flow through the injection point into the pipe.4. The sewage treatment system of further comprising a sensor downstream from the injection point claim 3 , the sensor in communication with the controller.5. The sewage treatment system of wherein the sensor is a dissolved oxygen sensor claim 4 , and further wherein claim 4 , the controller operates the valve located between the oxygenated sewage source and the injection point based on a sensor value from the dissolved oxygen ...

WATER MONITORING DEVICE WITH REPLACEABLE REAGENT CARTRIDGE

A water monitoring device monitors and maintains swimming pool chemistry. The device mixes reagents with water in flowcells. The water chemistry is detected by measuring the light transmitted through the flowcells. The water monitoring device can communicate with computers, servers and mobile computing devices which can store and display the water chemistry information. The reagents can be stored in a replaceable reagent cartridge which can provide reagents for water testing and can be replaced when the reagents need to be replenished. 1. A replaceable reagent cartridge for a water monitoring system comprising:a first syringe containing a first reagent;a first plunger placed in the first syringe;a second syringe containing a second reagent;a second plunger placed in the second syringe; anda flowcell coupled to the first syringe and the second syringe, wherein the first reagent, the second reagent, and water are mixed in the flowcell for water testing.2. The replaceable reagent cartridge for a water monitoring system of wherein the first reagent is phenol red.3. The replaceable reagent cartridge for a water monitoring system of wherein the second reagent is a chlorine reagent or an alkalinity reagent.4. The replaceable reagent cartridge for a water monitoring system of wherein the second reagent is free chlorine phosphate buffer claim 2 , free chlorine DPD claim 2 , or sodium thiosulfate.5. The replaceable reagent cartridge for a water monitoring system of wherein the second reagent and the water are mixed in the flowcell.6. The replaceable reagent cartridge for a water monitoring system of further comprising:a first check valve coupled to the first flowcell, wherein the first check valve includes a raised cylindrical surface and a planar elastic material.7. The replaceable reagent cartridge for a water monitoring system of further comprising:a first lead screw coupled to the first piston wherein rotation of the first lead screw causes the first piston to move ...

SLUDGE DEHYDRATION SYSTEM AND SLUDGE DEHYDRATION METHOD

A sludge dehydration method includes a recovery process of recovering specific material as a dewatering aid from sludge generated in a sewage treatment process and a dewatering process of performing solid-liquid separation on sludge in which the dewatering aid recovered in the recovery process and dewatering target sludge are mixed. 1. A sludge dehydration system comprising:a recovery device configured to recover specific material as a dewatering aid from sludge generated in a sewage treatment process; anda dewaterer configured to perform solid-liquid separation on sludge in which the dewatering aid recovered by the recovery device and dewatering target sludge are mixed.2. The sludge dehydration system according to claim 1 , wherein a grinder configured to fragment a solid in the sludge to obtain prepared sludge;', 'a separator configured to separate hardly decomposable organic matter and easily decomposable organic matter from the prepared sludge; and', 'an extractor configured to continuously extract hardly decomposable organic matter having specific properties as the dewatering aid from the hardly decomposable organic matter separated by the separator., 'the recovery device comprises3. The sludge dehydration system according to claim 1 , further comprising a recovery tank configured to store the dewatering aid extracted by the extractor.4. The sludge dehydration system according to claim 1 , wherein the dewatering target sludge is one of OD excess sludge or digested sludge being sludge in which fiber components are reduced.5. The sludge dehydration system according to claim 1 , further comprising:a supply device configured to supply the dewatering aid to the dewatering target sludge; anda control device configured to adjust a supply amount of the dewatering aid supplied by the supply device, calculate a predicted total recovery amount of the dewatering aid to be recovered in a continuous predetermined period set in advance by the recovery device,', 'calculate a ...

POOL AND SPA WATER QUALITY CONTROL SYSTEM AND METHOD

A water quality management system for a water installation containing water. In some embodiments, the system includes a water quality measurement module adapted to monitor the water quality of the water in the water installation and to send water quality information to a controller; a chemical dispensing module adapted to dispense chemicals directly into the water installation in response to signals from the controller; and a communication mechanism configured to provide communication among the controller, the water quality measurement module, the chemical dispensing module and a user. 1. A water quality management system for a water installation containing water , the system comprising:a water quality measurement module adapted to monitor the water quality of the water in the water installation and to send water quality information to a controller, the water quality measurement module comprising a plurality of colorimetric test pads, each test pad enclosed in a water and vapor-proof barrier, a sensor adapted to sense a color change in a test pad for processing by the controller and a motor adapted to expose a test pad to water to permit water to reach the test pad;a chemical dispensing module adapted to dispense chemicals directly into the water installation in response to signals from the controller based on the color change; anda communication mechanism configured to provide communication among the controller, the water quality measurement module, the chemical dispensing module and a user.23.-. (canceled)4. The system of wherein the water quality measurement module further comprises a water temperature sensor claim 1 , the controller being configured to adjust chemical dispensing based on a water temperature signal from the water temperature sensor.5. The system of wherein the water quality measurement module further comprises an air temperature sensor claim 1 , the controller being configured to adjust chemical dispensing based on an air temperature signal from ...

CHEMICAL FEED CONTROL DEVICE, WATER TREATMENT SYSTEM, CHEMICAL FEED CONTROL METHOD, AND PROGRAM

A chemical feed control device controls feeding of a chemical into a water system of a plant. A water quality index-obtaining unit obtains a water quality index value for each of a plurality of disruptive factors of the water system. An environmental data-obtaining unit obtains environmental data related to the plant. An operational data-obtaining unit obtains operational data related to the plant. A determination unit determines a feed amount of each of a plurality of chemicals acting on at least one disruptive factor and having components different from each other with respect to the water system based on the water quality index value, the environmental data, and the operational data such that the water quality index value for each of the disruptive factors approximates a water quality target value for each of the disruptive factors. 1. A chemical feed control device which controls feeding of a chemical into a water system of a plant , the chemical feed control device comprising:a water quality index-obtaining unit that obtains a water quality index value for each of a plurality of disruptive factors of the water system;an environmental data-obtaining unit that obtains environmental data related to the plant;an operational data-obtaining unit that obtains operational data related to the plant;a model storage unit that stores a chemical feed model;a determination unit that determines a feed amount of each of a plurality of chemicals acting on at least one of the disruptive factors and having components different from each other with respect to the water system based on the water quality index value, the environmental data, and the operational data such that the water quality index value for each of the disruptive factors approximates a water quality target value for each of the disruptive factors; anda control unit that outputs a command of feeding the chemicals into the water system based on the feed amount,wherein the chemical feed model is generated through ...

METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR DYNAMICALLY MANAGING WASTE WATER TREATMENT PROCESS FOR OPTIMIZING POWER CONSUMPTION

The present disclosure relates to method and system for dynamically managing waste water treatment process in a water treatment plant. Operational data related to water treatment process are collected from various data sources and operational parameters are identified at various levels using the operational data. Historical and real-time threshold values of operational parameters are identified based on historic and real-time operational data and real-time operational data respectively. Degrees of significance of operational parameters on the water treatment processes are calculated at each level. Further, plurality of inflection points, indicating optimal range of operational data, are identified based on degrees of significance, historical and real-time thresholds. Finally, water treatment processes are optimized based on inflection points, thereby optimizing power consumption for the water treatment plant. The above method enables large-scale management of the water treatment processes, without actually visiting a water treatment plant, thereby reducing dependency on expertise and skilled resources. 1. A method for dynamically managing waste water treatment process in a waste water treatment plant , the method comprising:{'b': 103', '101, 'collecting, by a waste water treatment system (), operational data from one or more data sources ();'}{'b': '103', 'identifying, by the waste water treatment system (), one or more operational parameters at one or more levels based on the operational data, wherein the one or more operational parameters are used for managing one or more waste water treatment processes;'}{'b': 103', '123', '123, 'sub': '1', 'identifying, by the waste water treatment system (), one or more historical threshold values () for each of the one or more operational parameters at the one or more levels based on historic operational data () associated with each of the one or more operational parameters;'}{'b': 103', '123, 'sub': '1', 'calculating, by the ...

Automated Waste Disposal System for Waste Tank at Wellsite

A sand disposal system is used with a sand management arrangement that handles flow-back of sand and other solid materials in a slurry of flow from well(s) at wellsite(s). The sand disposal system includes a tank filling module that mounts on a disposal tank at a wellsite. The module controls and weighs the disposal of the solid material or sand into the tank by actuating a flap and sensing weight with a weight sensor. The module also monitors the level in the tank to determine when emptying of the tank is needed. A control system can control operations of the module in conjunction with the other processes of the sand management arrangement. 1. A system to handle discharges of flowback of one or more wells from discharge equipment to a disposal tank , the system comprising: a hopper configured to receive the discharges of the flowback;', 'a gate disposed on the hopper and being configured to open and close communication of the hopper with the disposal tank;', 'an actuator associated with the gate and being configured to open and close the gate; and', 'a weight sensor associated with the disposal module and being configured to measure a weight associated with solid waste of the discharges of the flowback received in the hopper; and, 'a disposal module configured to mount to the disposal tank and comprisinga control system having a communication interface and being in operable communication with the disposal module, the control system being configured to track the solid waste of the discharges of the flowback based at least on the measured weight.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the control system is configured to:determine that a tracked amount of the solid waste in the disposal tank exceeds an amount threshold; andcommunicate using the communication interface an indication of the determination.3. The system of claim 1 , further comprising a level sensor configured to measure a level of the flowback in the disposal tank claim 1 , the control system being in ...

WATER TREATMENT SYSTEM

Provided is a water treatment system with which it is possible for injection water suitable for drilling to be prepared from seawater and produced water, without decreasing drilling efficiency, and with consideration to environmental protection. To achieve this, the system is equipped with: a fresh water flow passage for conducting fresh water from a desalination apparatus which desalinates seawater to obtain fresh water; a treated water flow passage for conducting treated water from a water/oil separation apparatus which removes the oil component contained in the produced water from an oilfield, to obtain treated water; and an injection water preparation flow passage in which the flows of treated water conducted through the treated water flow passage and the fresh water conducted through the fresh water flow passage converge, and injection water for injection into the oilfield is prepared. 1. A water treatment system comprising:a fresh water flow path through which fresh water flows from a seawater desalination device for obtaining the fresh water by desalination of seawater;a treated water flow path through which treated water flows from an oil-water separator for obtaining the treated water by removing oil contained in produced water from an oilfield; andan injection water production flow path for preparing injection water to be injected to the oilfield by merging the fresh water flowing through the fresh water flow path with the treated water flowing through the treated water flow path.2. The water treatment system according to claim 1 , further comprising a bypass flow path for supplying at least a part of the seawater to the treated water flowing through the treated water flow path.3. The water treatment system according to claim 2 , further comprising an arithmetic and control unit for determining a flow rate of the seawater that is supplied to the treated water flow path based on at least one of an ion concentration of the injection water and a flow rate of ...

ELECTRICAL INTERLOCK SYSTEM FOR SWIMMING POOLS

The Electrical Interlock System (EIS) for Swimming Pools provides the interconnection of the chemical feeders, main pool pump and flow rate in order to meet the government regulatory requirements. The EIS will have the ability to determine if the main pool pump is on, adequate water flow is present and vacuum pressure is within limits. In addition the EIS will provide GFCI protection regardless of electrical manufacturer and pool equipment manufacturer. Based on these conditions, the EIS will provide power to the main pool pump and chemical feeders or disconnect power as required. 1. An electrical interlock system comprising:a. A microprocessor,b. A flow sensor,c. A temperature sensor,d. A power supply,e. A contactor having the proper sizing for main pump motor load,f. A contactor having the proper sizing for the vacuum pump motor load,g. A latching relay having the proper sizing for the chemical feeders,h. A vacuum pressure sensor,i. An HMI interface having the ability to display information on a LED screen,j. A residual current monitor sensor for the main pool pump,k. A residual current monitor sensor for the vacuum pump,l. A current transducer sensor for the main pool pump,m. A current monitor sensor for the main pool pump, andn. A current monitor sensor for the vacuum pump.2. The electrical interlock system as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the contactor for the main pool pump will turn off the main pool pump when the residual current monitor sensor is out of range.3. The electrical interlock system as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the contactor for the vacuum pump will turn off the vacuum pump when the residual current monitor sensor is out of range.4. The electrical interlock system as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the contactor for the main pool pump will turn off the main pool pump when the vacuum pressure sensor is out of range.5. The electrical interlock system as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the relay for the chemical feeders will turn off the chemical ...

AERATION CONTROL SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR WASTEWATER

An aeration control system and method for wastewater are provided. The aeration system, which is connected to an aeration device in an aeration basin, includes a plurality of water quality detectors, at least one pollutant estimate model, and a processing unit. The plurality of water quality detectors are configured to acquire a plurality of water quality data. The plurality of water quality data includes a pre-aeration water quality data and a post-aeration water quality data. The pollutant estimate model is configured to generate a pollutant data according to the pre-aeration water quality data. The processing unit is configured to generate an aeration quantity according to the pollutant data, the post-aeration water quality, and an effluent water quality setting, and transmitting the aeration quantity to the aeration device. 1. An aeration control system for wastewater , which is connected to an aeration device in an aeration basin , comprising:a plurality of water quality detectors configured to acquire a plurality of water quality data, and the plurality of water quality data including a pre-aeration water quality data and a post-aeration water quality data;at least one pollutant estimate model configured to generate a pollutant data according to the pre-aeration water quality data; anda processing unit configured to generate an aeration quantity according to the pollutant data, the post-aeration water quality and an effluent water quality setting, and transmitting the aeration quantity to the aeration device.2. The aeration control system according to claim 1 , wherein the plurality of water quality data are selected from the group consisting of amounts of dissolved oxygen (DO) claim 1 , oxidation-reduction potentials (ORP) claim 1 , electrical conductivities (EC) claim 1 , amounts of suspended solid (SS) claim 1 , potentials of hydrogen (pH) and combinations thereof.3. The aeration control system according to claim 1 , wherein the at least one pollutant ...

ARTICLES COMPRISING A SURFACE SPREADING AGENT, OILFIELD WATER STORAGE SYSTEMS EMPLOYING THE SAME, AND METHODS OF MANAGING THE OILFIELD WATER STORAGE SYSTEMS

Articles including a surface spreading agent, oilfield water storage systems that employ the articles, and methods of managing an oilfield water storage system are provided herein. In an embodiment, an article includes a film-forming composition and a densifying agent. The film-forming composition includes a surface spreading agent present in an amount of at least 5 weight %, based on the total weight of the film-forming composition. The densifying agent has a higher density than water and the surface spreading agent. The film-forming composition is packaged in an impervious material. 1. An article comprising:a film-forming composition comprising a surface spreading agent present in an amount of at least 5 weight %, based on the total weight of the film-forming composition;a densifying agent having a higher density than water and the surface spreading agent;wherein the film-forming composition is packaged in an impervious material.2. The article of claim 1 , wherein the impervious material provides ultraviolet protection to the film-forming composition.3. The article of claim 1 , wherein the impervious material is water-soluble.4. The article of claim 3 , wherein the impervious material is a polyvinyl alcohol-containing composition.5. The article of claim 1 , wherein the impervious material is insoluble in water.6. The article of claim 5 , wherein the impervious material is configured for rupture by a unit adapted to receive the article.7. The article of claim 1 , wherein the surface spreading agent is chosen from an aliphatic alcohol having from 12 to 24 carbon atoms; polydiorganosiloxanes; polyoxyethylene ether; or a combination thereof.8. The article of claim 1 , wherein the film-forming composition further comprises a dispersing agent.9. An oilfield water storage system comprising:a water storage pond;a unit adapted to receive an article comprising a film-forming composition, wherein the film-forming composition is packaged in an impervious material, wherein the ...

WATER TREATMENT SYSTEM AND WATER TREATMENT METHOD

The present disclosure aims to move water between a plurality of devices and create a cycle for reusing treated water generated by each device. A water treatment system includes a plurality of wastewater treatment machines provided for each source; a plurality of sensors that at least detect and output the water volume and water quality of treated water; tanks that store treated water as recirculation water; an excess water tank/storage tank that store excess water; and a control device that drive-controls the wastewater treatment machines and manages the water volume and water quality of treatment water in each source tank on the basis of sensor data from the sensors. The control device controls replenish shortages by using recirculation water from another source or excess water from an excess water tank, if a determination has been made that there is a shortage of recirculation water in one source, using sensor data. 1. A water treatment system that treats sewage from each generating source of generating sources that include at least any of a toilet system , a cooking system , a laundry system or a shower system , and stores treated waters as circulation/usage waters , the system comprising:a plurality of sewage treating machines provided for the generating sources respectively;a plurality of sensors that are provided for the generating sources respectively, and that at least detect and output water amounts and water qualities of treated waters of the sewage treating machines;a plurality of tanks that are provided for the generating sources respectively, and that store the treated waters as circulation/usage waters;an excess water tank that stores excess water generated at the tanks; anda control device that controls driving of the sewage treating machines, and that, based on sensor data from the sensors, manages water amounts and water qualities of the treated waters of the tanks of the respective generating sources,wherein, in a case in which the control device ...

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR CONTROLABLE WATER TREATMENT

Various embodiments of the invention relate to a controllable water treatment system, and more particularly, to systems, devices and methods of generating purified water with options of waste recycling and filter membrane rinse protection. The controllable water treatment system comprises a water intake tank, a pretreatment stage, a treatment stage and a purified water storage tank. Water waste output from the treatment stage may be drained or fed back into the water intake tank for recycling. Furthermore, the controllable water treatment system features rinse protection for filter membranes in the treatment stage. Before the system stop operation, water from the purified water storage tank is fed back into the filter stage to rinse the membranes for further protection. Such an application improves the lifespan of the membranes and thus the utility of the controllable water treatment system. 1. A water treatment system comprising:a water intake tank receiving water input from one or more water resources, the water intake tank comprising at least one water level sensor for water level monitoring and a first water quality sensor for water quality monitoring;a first water pump to pump water from the water intake tank;a pretreatment stage receiving pumped water from the first water pump for water pretreatment;a treatment stage comprising one or more filtering membranes, the treatment stage receiving the pretreated water for filtering treatment and outputting purified water and waste water, the waste water is fed back into the water intake tank for recycling;a purified water storage tank to collect the purified water; anda controller coupled to the at least one water level sensor, the first water quality sensor, and the first water pump for operation control, the controller stops the first water pump from operation when the monitored water quality of water within the water intake tank is above a first threshold.2. The water treatment system of wherein the water intake ...

HYDRAULIC DISTRIBUTION NETWORK MODELING

The embodiments described herein are directed to identifying insufficient pressure nodes in a water network for real-time online monitoring and overcoming demand reduction in both insufficient and deficient pressure nodes. In one embodiment, a computer-implemented method comprises executing an application to generate pressure head measurements associated with nodes in a water network based on data associated with the water network, determining one of the plurality of nodes having a pressure head measurement less than a minimum value, identifying a subset of the plurality of nodes at which a pressure head measurement is less than an elevation value, identifying a most negative pressure node from the subset, setting one of a plurality of node parameters associated with the most negative pressure node to zero pressure and zero demand, and setting a pipe parameter associated with a plurality of pipes connected to the most negative pressure node to zero flow. 1. A method for hydraulic distribution network modeling , comprising:evaluating, with a computing device, a water distribution model to generate a water pressure head measurement for a node in a water distribution network;determining whether the water pressure head measurement for the node is less than a minimum pressure head value;in response to a determination that the water pressure head measurement for the node is less than the minimum pressure head value, setting, with the computing device, node parameters associated with the node to zero pressure and zero demand and setting a pipe parameter associated with a pipe connected to the node to zero flow; andevaluating, with the computing device, the water distribution model again to generate another water pressure head measurement for the node based on the zero pressure and zero demand node parameters and the zero flow pipe parameter.2. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising:after evaluating the water distribution model again, determining whether the ...

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR TREATING CONTAMINATED WASTEWATER

A system, and method for removing contaminants from wastewater is disclosed. The system may include a first tank of a plurality of tanks containing zeolite material selected to capture and retain contaminants in the wastewater to produce treated water. At least one sensor associated with the first tank may be configured to detect a concentration of contaminants in the treated water. A control means is communicatively coupled to the at least one sensor, and is configured to direct the flow of the produced water to a second tank of the plurality of tanks based on the detected concentration of the treated water. 1. A system for removing contaminants from wastewater , the system comprising:a first tank of a plurality of tanks containing zeolitic material to remove contaminants from the wastewater passing through the first tank, to thereby produce treated water;at least one sensor associated with the first tank and configured to detect a concentration of the contaminants in the treated water; anda control means communicatively coupled to the at least one sensor, the control means configured to direct the flow of the treated water to a second tank of the plurality of tanks based on the detected concentration of the treated water; wherein the treated water is further treated with zeolitic material in the second tank.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of tanks equals less than four tanks.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of tanks equals less than three tanks.4. The system of claim 1 , wherein the wastewater comprises coal combustion residues.5. The system of claim 1 , wherein the wastewater comprises hydraulic fracturing residue.6. The system of claim 1 , wherein at least one of the plurality of tanks comprises at least one pump.7. The system of claim 1 , wherein the flow of the treated water is diverted by the control means when a predetermined concentration of the contaminants in the treated water. This application claims priority to U.S. ...

MONITORED RELEASE SOLID FEED SYSTEM

A monitored release solid feed system having a solid chemical feed tank, a storage tank located below the solid chemical feed tank, and an automated valve. The solid chemical feed tank is loaded with a blend of inhibitors and an indicator-chemical in a solid form. A detector measures the amount of indicator in the recirculating water and periodically compares it to a setpoint. If the value is below the setpoint, the automated valve opens allowing water to pass through the storage tank and the solid chemical feed tank thus carrying inhibitors and a proportional amount of indicator-chemical into the recirculating system. 1. A chemical feeding device for recirculating water systems that lose water , comprising:a chemical feed tank having a water inlet, a water outlet, and an opening for receiving solid chemical, said chemical feed tank configured to receive through said opening solid chemicals containing an indicator-chemical and to allow said solid chemicals to dissolve or partially dissolve in water held in the tank;a storage tank connected to said inlet via an isolation valve and configured to receive the contents of said chemical feed tank during loading of solid chemical into said chemical feed tank, said storage tank having an inlet connected to a recirculating water system;said chemical feed tank outlet connected to said recirculating water system;a measuring device for measuring the level of an indicator-chemical in the recirculating water system,an automatic valve to allow dissolved chemical held in the chemical feed tank to flow into the recirculating water system based on a measured level of said indicator chemical.2. The device of where said indicator-chemical fluoresces.3. The device of where the water going into said water inlet is recirculating water from a cooling system.4. The device of where said indicator-chemical is blended in proportion to the active material in the chemicals.5. The device of where said indicator-chemical and active-chemical blend ...

DIFFERENTIATING BETWEEN MULTIPLE OVERLAPPING WATER EVENTS

A system is provided for differentiating between overlapping water events in a distributed water infrastructure including a plurality of water appliances. The system may comprise at least one processor. The system may repeatedly measure at least one overall water usage indicator of the distributed water infrastructure, the at least one water usage indicator including at least one of an overall flow rate and an overall flow volume in the distributed water infrastructure. The system may detect, in the repeated measurements, a first sustained increase. The system may store in memory a first indicator of the first sustained increase. The system may attribute in memory the first sustained increase to a first water event in the distributed water infrastructure. The system may, during the first sustained increase, detect in the overall measurements a second sustained increase. The system may store in memory a second indicator of the second sustained increase. The system may attribute, in memory, the second sustained increase to a second water event in the distributed water infrastructure. The system may detect, following initiation of the first sustained increase and the second sustained increase, in the repeated measurements a decrease in the overall water usage indicator. The system may attribute to the decrease a third indicator. The system may compare the third indicator with at least one of the first indicator and the second indicator stored in memory to determine a substantial match and determine a cessation of at least one of the first water event and the second water event. The system may initiate an action based on the cessation determination. 1. A system for differentiating between overlapping water events in a distributed water infrastructure including a plurality of water appliances , the system comprising: repeatedly measure at least one overall water usage indicator of the distributed water infrastructure, the at least one water usage indicator including at ...

DEMAND MANAGEMENT SYSTEM FOR FLUID NETWORKS

The invention provides a method of demand management for fluid networks. The method includes the steps of providing a computer controlled fluid network for delivery of fluid to at least one customer (), maintaining a real time database () within the computer controlled fluid network of predetermined parameters, requesting a flow rate and time of delivery of said fluid from the fluid network through a user interface () to a customer (), determining, using predetermined parameters from the real time database (), the availability () of providing delivery of fluid from the fluid network to the customer () based on hydraulic capacity of the fluid network, and, if the hydraulic capacity is available, calculating parameters () using the real time database () to deliver fluid to the customer () through the computer controlled fluid network. 1. (canceled)2. A method of managing a demand for water from a computer-controlled water network , the network being for delivering water to one or more customers , the method including the steps of:maintaining within the network a real-time database of predetermined first parameters;receiving a request from a particular customer of the one or more customers through a user interface, the request being for a desired flow rate and time of delivery of water from the network to the particular customer of the one or more customers;determining, using the predetermined first parameters from the real-time database, an availability of the desired flow rate and time of delivery based on hydraulic capacity of the network; andif the hydraulic capacity is available, using the real-time database to calculate second parameters to deliver water to the particular customer of the one or more customers through the network at the desired flow rate and time of delivery.3. The method of claim 2 , further including the steps of:allowing a plurality of the one or more customers to generate a plurality of requests through the user interface; anddetermining a ...

Fluid Flow Management Through a Wastewater Level Manipulation System and Associated Methods

A system is provided to control fluid flow in a wastewater treatment system through wastewater level manipulation. The wastewater treatment system may include a wastewater treatment plant connected to a plurality of pump stations by a main. Each of the plurality of pump stations may include a wet well with a pump therein. The system may include a central server in communication with a sensor to sense a level of wastewater within the wet well. The pump may be automatically moved to an on position when the level of the wastewater in the wet well is at or above a first level and may be automatically moved to an off position when the level of the wastewater in the respective wet well is at or below a pump cutoff level. The central server may systematically manipulate the first level to selectively set the level of wastewater within the wet well. 1. A system to control fluid flow in a wastewater treatment system , the wastewater treatment system comprising a wastewater treatment plant , a main connecting a plurality of pump stations to the wastewater treatment plant and carrying wastewater to the wastewater treatment plant , each of the plurality of pump stations including a wet well and a pump carried by the wet well , the system comprising:a central server; anda sensor carried by each of the wet wells and in communication with the central server to sense a level of wastewater within the respective wet well;wherein the pump in the respective wet well is automatically moved to an on position when the level of the wastewater in the respective wet well is at or above a first level;wherein the pump in the respective wet well is automatically moved to an off position when the level of the wastewater in the respective wet well is at or below a pump cutoff level; andwherein the central server systematically manipulates the first level to selectively set the level of wastewater within the wet well.2. The system according to wherein the central server receives information ...

FACILITY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

A facility management system quickly creates information required for maintenance or the like of a water treatment facility, after water is sampled at the water treatment facility. The facility management system includes a management center including an operation database in which information indicating an operating status of a water treatment facility is stored, a portable water quality analyzer configured to perform water quality analysis on water taken from the water treatment facility, and a communication apparatus configured to acquire an analysis result from the portable water quality analyzer and wirelessly transmit the analysis result. The management center receives the analysis result transmitted from the communication apparatus, creates information indicating the operating status of the water treatment facility, by using the analysis result, and registers the information in the operation database. 1. A facility management system comprising:a management center including a first database in which information indicating an operating status of a water treatment facility is stored, a second database in which facility information of each of a plurality of the water treatment facilities is stored, the facility information including at least one of a location, a name, a type, and specifications, and a transmission unit;a portable water quality analyzer configured to perform water quality analysis on water taken from the water treatment facility; anda communication apparatus configured to acquire an analysis result from the portable water quality analyzer and transmit the analysis result to the management center,wherein the management center receives the analysis result transmitted from the communication apparatus, creates information indicating the operating status, by using the analysis result, and registers the information in the first database,the transmission unit of the management center transmits the facility information to the communication apparatus,the ...

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR USING AC AND DC SENSORS FOR WATER TREATMENT

A system and method are disclosed for automatically operating a high voltage resonance circuit. An embodiment of the system includes one or more coils each coil can be an alternating current (AC) coil or a direct current (DC) coil. An embodiment of the system further includes a microprocessor that issues commands to control amplitude and frequency of pulses of the one or more coils to reach and maintain a resonant condition for water treatment. The microprocessor determines whether a coil is an AC coil or a DC coil by detecting whether a capacitor is connected in series with the coil. An embodiment of the system further includes one or more sensors that measure the quality of water and provide feedback to the microprocessor. 116-. (canceled)17. A method , implemented by a computer including a suitably programmed processor , for automatically operating a high voltage resonance circuit , the method comprising the steps of:initiating the high voltage resonance circuit;reading an alternating current (AC) threshold and a minimum direct current (DC) current from a memory;determining whether a coil is an AC coil or a DC coil by detecting whether a capacitor is connected in series with the coil;issuing commands to control frequency of pulses of the one or more coils to approximately reach and maintain a resonant frequency of the pulses for water treatment; andusing one or more sensors to measure the quality of water and provide feedback to the microprocessor.18. The method of claim 17 , further comprising generating a user interface to allow a user to navigate through a menu to view and update parameters.19. The method of claim 18 , further comprising executing an interrupt routine to allow a display to show versions of software and to provide an interactive console for the user to view and update the parameters.20. The method of claim 17 , further comprising issuing commands to one or more driver processors to control amplitude of the pulses of the one or more coils to ...

WATER PURIFIER AND METHOD FOR CONTROLLING THE SAME

Disclosed is a water purifier having a self-recovery function of a valve. The water purifier includes: a piping part configured to have a flow path between an inlet into which water is introduced and an outlet through which water is dispensed; a plurality of valves configured to be provided in the flow path of the piping part; and a processor configured to control to open at least one of the plurality of valves to perform a water dispensing operation of dispensing water through the outlet and control to open valves other than at least one of the plurality of valves to perform a recovery operation of reducing water pressure applied to the at least one valve. 1. A water purifier , comprising:a piping part configured to have a flow path between an inlet into which water is introduced and an outlet through which water is dispensed;a plurality of valves configured to be provided along the flow path of the piping part; and open at least one valve among the plurality of valves to perform a water dispensing operation of dispensing water through the outlet, and', 'open valves other than the at least one valve among the plurality of valves, subsequent to the at least one valve being open, to perform a recovery operation of reducing water pressure applied to the at least one valve., 'a processor configured to control to2. The water purifier of claim 1 , wherein the flow path comprises a first main flow path on a side of the inlet claim 1 , a second main flow path on a side of the outlet claim 1 , and two or more subflow paths that branch off from the first main flow path or the second main flow path.3. The water purifier of claim 2 , wherein the at least one valve is among a valve provided in the first main flow path claim 2 , a valve provided in one of the two or more subflow paths claim 2 , and a valve provided in the second main flow path.4. The water purifier of claim 3 , wherein the valves other than the at least one valve comprise valves provided in another of the two or ...

SUB-SEA CHEMICAL INJECTION METERING VALVE

An apparatus that includes a chemical injection management system. The chemical injection management system may include an interface configured to couple the chemical injection management system to a mineral extraction system. In addition, the chemical injection management system may include an ultrasonic flow meter. 1. A system , comprising: a housing;', 'a tree interface coupled to the housing, wherein the tree interface comprises a chemical inlet, a chemical outlet, and a mechanical connector configured to couple the chemical injection unit to a tree of a mineral extraction system;', 'a fluid path extending through the housing from the chemical inlet to the chemical outlet;', 'a valve disposed along the fluid path within the housing; and', 'a non-invasive meter disposed along the fluid path within the housing, wherein the non-invasive meter comprises first and second transducers that are external to the fluid path, the first and second transducers are offset from one another by an offset distance, the first transducer is configured to transmit a first energy through the fluid path to the second transducer, and the second transducer is configured to transmit a second energy through the fluid path to the first transducer., 'a chemical injection unit, comprising2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the non-invasive meter comprises an ultrasonic flow meter claim 1 , the first energy comprises a first ultrasonic energy claim 1 , and the second energy comprises a second ultrasonic energy.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the non-invasive meter is bi-directionally configured to measure one or more parameters in a first flow direction through the fluid path and a second flow direction through the fluid path claim 1 , and the first and second flow directions are opposite to one another.4. The system of claim 1 , wherein the first and second transducers are disposed coaxial with an axis of the fluid path.5. The system of claim 4 , wherein the first transducer is disposed ...

FLUID TREATMENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

The present invention provides a method of managing operation of a point-of-use fluid treatment arrangement for providing treated fluid to at least one end user. The point-of-use fluid treatment arrangement comprises a fluid supply source provided by an operator, at least one fluid outlet for providing fluid to an end user, in which the at least one fluid outlet is in fluid communication with and spaced downstream from a point of supply of the fluid supply source, at least one point-of-use or point-of-entry fluid treatment device located at or adjacent a corresponding fluid outlet, and at least one communication unit. 1. A method of managing operation and service provision of a point-of-use or point-of-entry fluid treatment arrangement for providing treated fluid to at least one end user , wherein the point-of-use or point-of-entry fluid treatment arrangement comprises a fluid supply source provided by an operator , at least one fluid outlet for providing fluid to an end user , in which the at least one fluid outlet is in fluid communication with and spaced downstream from a point of supply of the fluid supply source , at least one point-of-use or point-of-entry fluid treatment device located at or adjacent a corresponding fluid outlet , and at least one communication unit , the method comprisingreceiving fluid quality information of the fluid supply source obtained at a location between the fluid supply source and a point of supply to the at least one fluid treatment device;receiving fluid output flow measurements from at least one sensing module at or adjacent one or more of: the fluid treatment device and/or the at least one fluid outlets;receiving fluid treatment properties of the at least one point-of-use or point-of-entry fluid treatment device;calculating each individual service point of each point-of-use or point-of-entry fluid treatment device based on the fluid quality information of the fluid supply source, the fluid output flow measurements from a ...

SYSTEM AND METHOD FACILITATING DECISION MAKING FOR DISINFECTANT DOSING IN WATER IN WATER DISTRIBUTION NETWORKS

Embodiments herein provide a system and a method facilitating a local decision making for disinfectant dosing in water as the water flows through a Water Distribution Networks (WDN). WDN data is collected and the WDN is partitioned into one or more sub-systems by using a data based partitioning methodology over the WDN data. One or more decision variables are mapped to the one or more sub-systems for coordinated decentralized control of water quality in large WDN. The decision variables comprise disinfectant dosing rate to be applied to water at the one or more booster stations. 1. A method facilitating a local decision making for disinfectant dosing in water as the water flows through a Water Distribution Networks (WDN) , the method comprising:collecting WDN data;partitioning the WDN by using the WDN data into plurality of sub-systems, by using a data based partitioning methodology; andmapping one or more decision variables to the plurality of sub-systems, wherein the decision variables comprise disinfectant dosage rate to be applied to the water at one or more booster stations.2. The method as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the WDN data comprises data related to distribution of water to demand nodes in the WDN and disinfectant dosage at each of the one or more booster stations in the WDN.3. The method as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the partitioning comprises:performing a statistical analysis over the WDN data, wherein the statistical analysis comprises a Principal Component Analysis (PCA);identifying the nature and extent of residual interactions by applying a partial correlation analysis approach on clusters resulting from the principal component analysis;mapping one or more input-output pairs for decentralized control through one or more sub-systems of the WDN resulting from the PCA and partial correlation analysis, wherein the mapping is performed in order to minimize interactions, using the effective relative gain array analysis (ERGA) approach; andidentifying ...

SYSTEM FOR CONTROLLING WASTE WATER TREATMENT IN A WASTE WATER TREATMENT PLANT

An adaptive waste water treatment plant includes an influent intake configured to receive an influent flow from a waste water influent stream. A first settling tank is in a controllable fluid communication with the influent intake. The first settling tank includes a first decanter in fluid communication with a first effluent discharge pipe. A first effluent discharge valve is communicatively coupled to a controller. A first flow meter is in communication with the controller and adapted to measure a rate of flow through the first effluent discharge pipe. A second settling tank is similarly configured. The controller is configured to control the controllable fluid communication between the influent intake and the first settling tank and the controllable fluid communication between the influent intake the second settling tank in response to a change in a rate of influent flow. 1. An adaptive waste water treatment plant comprising:an influent intake configured to receive an influent flow from a waste water influent stream;a controller; a first decanter in fluid communication with a first effluent discharge pipe;', 'a first effluent discharge valve communicatively coupled to said controller and configured to control a fluid communication between said first decanter and said first effluent discharge pipe;', 'a first flow meter in communication with said controller and adapted to measure a rate of flow through said first effluent discharge pipe; and, 'a first settling tank in a controllable fluid communication with said influent intake, said first settling tank comprising a second decanter in fluid communication with a second effluent discharge pipe;', 'a second effluent discharge valve communicatively coupled to said controller and configured to control a fluid communication between said second decanter and said second effluent discharge pipe;', 'a second flow meter in communication with said controller and adapted to measure a rate of flow through said second effluent ...

AUTO DIAGNOSTIC SENSOR BASED WATER PURIFICATION SYSTEM

An auto diagnostic sensor based water purification system is disclosed in the present invention. The system includes a water purification unit adapted to purify the contaminated water, a plurality of sensors placed within the said water purification unit and a micro controller unit (MCU) connected with the said plurality of sensors. The plurality of sensors is adapted to detect a plurality of water property parameters and provide an output data to the said MCU. The MCU is adapted to process the said output data and send it to a remotely located diagnostic device. The said remotely located diagnostic device monitors a malfunctioning condition of the said water purification system and provides a set of diagnostic instructions to auto diagnose the said water purification system. The system further includes a notification module adapted to notify the output data from the said MCU to a user of the said water purification system. 1. An auto diagnostic sensor based water purification system , the said water purification system comprising:a water purification unit adapted to purify the contaminated water;a plurality of sensors placed within the said water purification unit, wherein the plurality of sensors are adapted to detect a plurality of water property parameters and provide an output data related to the said plurality of water property parameters; anda micro controller unit (MCU) connected with the said plurality of sensors, wherein the said MCU is adapted to process the said output data and send it to a remotely located diagnostic device, wherein the said remotely located diagnostic device monitors a malfunctioning condition of the said water purification system and provides a set of diagnostic instructions to auto diagnose the said water purification system.2. The auto diagnostic sensor based water purification system as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the water purification unit is made up of one of a water treatment component claim 1 , wherein the said water ...

CONTROLLING A VACUUM SEWER SYSTEM

An example system includes a sewage pit; a suction pipe extending into the sewage pit; and a valve between the sewage pit and a vacuum pipe having a vacuum pressure. The valve is controllable to close or to open to allow content to flow from the sewage pit, through the suction pipe, to the vacuum pipe. A sensor tube extends into the sewage pit to sense a fill level of the sewage pit. The suction pipe is configured as a back-up to the sensor tube for sensing the fill level of the sewage pit. The valve is controllable based on a pressure in at least one of the suction pipe or the sensor tube meeting or exceeding a predefined level. 1. A system comprising:a sewage pit;a suction pipe extending into the sewage pit;a valve between the sewage pit and a vacuum pipe having a vacuum pressure, the valve being controllable to close or to open to allow content to flow from the sewage pit, through the suction pipe, to the vacuum pipe; anda sensor tube extending into the sewage pit to sense a fill level of the sewage pit;wherein the suction pipe is configured as a back-up to the sensor tube for sensing the fill level of the sewage pit; andwherein the valve is controllable based on a pressure in the suction pipe meeting or exceeding a predefined level.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein claim 1 , in response to the pressure in the suction pipe meeting or exceeding the predefined level claim 1 , the valve is controllable to open and thereby allow content to flow from the sewage pit to the vacuum pipe.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein claim 1 , in response to the pressure in the suction pipe meeting or exceeding the predefined level claim 1 , the valve is controllable to remain open for a period of time to evacuate at least part of the content from the sewage pit claim 1 , the period of time being user-settable.4. The system of claim 3 , wherein the valve is controllable to close following the predetermined period of time after the valve is open.5. The system of claim 1 , further ...

Systems and arrangements for mitigating environmental damage caused by storm water carried pollution

A pollution mitigation system is disclosed. The system can include a valve forming a passage the valve installable to form an orifice in a storm drain retention chamber that passes storm water into a conduit of a storm water management system. The valve having a stem connected to a closure member that can plug the orifice. The valve can have a spring loaded actuator that can move the closure member into a closed position. The system can also include a node such as a wireless sensor node or a mote that has sensors, a transceiver, an antenna, a microcontroller, memory, an energy source and at least one output to control movement of the closure member via the preloaded actuator. The node can have an output that provides the stimulus to the preloaded actuator to cause the preloaded actuator to move the closure member to a position that obstructs the passage in response to either the sensor or a transmission from a mobile telephone such as a cell phone or a smartphone. 1. A pollution mitigation system comprising:a valve body fanning a passage, installable proximate to an orifice in a subsurface storm water retention chamber, the passage and orifice allowing the movement of a substance out of the storm water retention chamber and into an outlet conduit, the valve body to retain a stem coupled to a closure member;a preloaded actuator coupleable to the closure member, the preloaded actuator biased to keep the closure member in an open position; anda node comprising at least one sensor, a transceiver, antenna, microcontroller, memory, an energy source and at least one output, all coupled to the preloaded actuator, the least one output to provide a stimulus to the preloaded actuator to cause the preloaded actuator to move the closure member to a position that obstructs the passage in response to the stimulus.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the node is part of a wireless sensor network.3. The system of where the wireless sensor network is a multi-hop wireless mesh network.4 ...

System and method to improve control of conductivity, free residual chlorine, level, andpH in large cooling towers

A system and method are disclosed which significantly improves the control of conductivity, concentration of free residual chlorine, basin level, and pH in forced-draft open recirculating cooling towers, with a basin capacity of 750,000 gallons of water or more. Conductivity, free residual chlorine, basin level, and pH are each controlled by a programmable PID controller operating in a sampled-data environment where the set point is a continuously updated rate-of-change set value for conductivity, free residual chlorine, basin level, and pH based on a near-time prior manipulated value. Programmable PID controller outputs to each control element a manipulated value to bring the rate-of-change of the process value equal to the rate-of-change of the set value. 1. A system to improve the control of a plurality of operational parameters for cooling water in an open recirculating cooling tower , comprising;a. a plurality of set values;b. a programmable controller means;c. a plurality of electronic measurement means;d. a plurality of control element means;e. software resident in said programmable controller means;f. an electronic data storage means; (1) a first algorithm that samples said plurality of operational parameters, said plurality of set values, and a plurality of manipulated values at uniform intervals of time and saves the plurality of operational parameters, the plurality of set values, and said plurality of manipulated values, to said electronic data storage means;', '(2) a second algorithm that calculates a rate-of-change operational parameter for each of the plurality of operational parameters;', '(3) a third algorithm that calculates a rate-of-change set value for each of the plurality of set values from the plurality of manipulated values;', '(4) a fourth algorithm that smoothes said rate-of-change operational parameter and said rate-of-change set value; and', '(5) a fifth algorithm which reduces to a predetermined value the difference between the rate-of- ...

Apparatus, System, and Method For Remediation of Contamination

An apparatus, system and method for removing and treating contaminated materials on a bottom of a body of water and introducing growth packets to revitalize the treated bottom of the body of water. The structure may comprise a vessel with an open face. The vessel may be lowered down to the bottom of the body of water with the face facing down. As a result, the vessel and the bottom form an isolated space. The structure may comprise at least one agitating device(s) for stirring up the materials inside the vessel so as to form a mixture containing the sediment materials which in turn contain the contaminants. Multiple at least one pipe(s) may be coupled to the vessel for transporting the mixture out of the vessel for processing (filtering, treating with chemicals, etc.) so as to neutralize or eliminate the contaminants in the mixture. Then, the treated mixture can be returned to the inside of the vessel via the at least one pipe(s). 196-. (canceled)97. Apparatus for remediation of contaminated sediment at the bottom of a body of water , said apparatus comprising:a vessel having an opening facing and configured for direct physical contact with the bottom of the body of water so as to isolate an area contained within the opening from areas outside the opening;at least one agitator for suspending sediment contained within the opening;{'b': '40', 'a mapping system () for determining a longitudinal and latitudinal coordinates of the locations;'}first pipes configured to transport the contained and suspended sediment from the isolated area to the mapping system; andsecond pipes configured to transport processed suspended sediment from a processing system to the isolated area.98. The apparatus of claim 97 , wherein the mapping system is a Geographical Positioning System (GPS).99. The apparatus of claim 98 , wherein the at least one agitator is selected from the group consisting of a paddle claim 98 , an auger claim 98 , a spray head claim 98 , a whip claim 98 , a prop a ...

APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR DECHLORINATION OF DISCHARGE WATER

A system and method for conditioning water is provided. A fluid flow sensor senses a flow of untreated discharge water passing through a water discharge drain line. The sensor generates one of a first sensor signal indicating a flow of the untreated discharge water and a second sensor signal indicating an absence of the flow of the untreated discharge water. A water conditioning controller transmits a first actuation signal to a conditioning agent pump when the first sensor signal is received, wherein a portion of a conditioning agent residing in a conditioning agent reservoir is pumped into the water discharge drain line to mix with the flow of untreated discharge water, and transmits a second actuation signal to the conditioning agent pump when the second sensor signal is received so that the portion of the conditioning agent is not pumped from the conditioning agent reservoir. 1. A dechlorination treatment system , comprising: wherein the discharge pipe is fluidly coupled to a discharge outlet of a pool filter such that when a backwash operation is performed on the pool filter such that the chlorinated discharge water is forced out the discharge outlet of the pool filter into the discharge pipe,', a first sensor signal corresponding to a sensing of the flow of the chlorinated discharge water through the discharge pipe, and', 'a second sensor signal corresponding to an absence of the flow of the chlorinated discharge water through the discharge pipe;, 'wherein the fluid flow sensor is configured to transmit an output signal, where the output signal consists of], 'a fluid flow sensor that senses a flow of chlorinated discharge water passing through a discharge pipe,'}a dechlorinator controller communicatively coupled to the fluid flow sensor, wherein the dechlorinator controller receives one of the first sensor signal or the second sensor signal from the fluid flow sensor;a dechlorinator agent reservoir configured to store a dechlorinator agent; anda dechlorinator ...

CONTROLLER AND CONTROL SYSTEM FOR A PRESSURE REDUCING VALVE

A controller adjusts the output pressure (P) of a pressure reducing valve supplying water to a consumer region. The controller includes a clock and aims to reduce output pressure, whilst still providing a minimum required pressure at a critical point (CP) in the region, by adjusting the output pressure in accordance with both the flow rate into the consumer region and with time. 1. A controller for adjusting the output pressure of a pressure reducing valve supplying fluid to a consumer region , wherein the controller comprises:a flow rate input for receiving a flow rate signal from a flow rate sensor for fluid flowing into the consumer region through the pressure reducing valve, and a data-generating unit arranged to generate data representative of the flow rate of fluid flowing into the consumer region through the pressure reducing valve in accordance with the flow rate signal;a control output for providing a signal to adjust the output pressure of the pressure reducing valve;a clock providing data representative of time;a data storage memory storing parameters representing a time-dependent relationship between the flow rate of fluid flowing into the consumer region and a required output pressure from the pressure reducing valve in order to establish a desired minimum fluid pressure at a critical point in the consumer region; anda processing system configured to process (i) the data representative of the flow rate, (ii) the data representative of time, and (iii) the stored parameters, and to cause a signal to be provided from the control output for adjusting the pressure reducing valve to provide the required output pressure corresponding to the flow rate and the time.2. The controller of claim 1 , wherein the stored parameters are representative of a relationship between the flow rate of fluid and the required output pressure from the pressure reducing valve claim 1 , which varies as a function of one or more variables selected from the group consisting of: time ...

Water Treatment System And Method

A compact transportable water treatment system for treating water in a reservoir includes a batching unit having a chemical hopper for holding dissolvable chemicals and having a fluid inlet for delivery of fluid into the hopper for dissolving the chemicals to create a chemical solution and a fluid outlet in a lower portion of the chemical hopper for outflow of chemical solution. The batching unit further includes a fluid delivery system configured to deliver the fluid to the chemical hopper through the fluid inlet and a batching tank that receives and holds the chemical solution passing from the fluid outlet. A dosing unit comprising at least one dosing pump is configured to pump the chemical solution from the batching tank to a dosing line. A control unit controls operation of the dosing unit responsive to a chemical concentration of the water in the reservoir. 1. A compact transportable water treatment system for treating water in a reservoir , the water treatment system comprising: [ a fluid inlet for delivery of fluid into the hopper for dissolving the chemicals to create a chemical solution; and', 'a fluid outlet in a lower portion of the chemical hopper for outflow of the chemical solution;, 'a chemical hopper for holding dissolvable chemicals, the chemical hopper comprising, 'a fluid delivery system configured to deliver the fluid to the chemical hopper through the fluid inlet; and', 'a batching tank that receives and holds the chemical solution passing from the fluid outlet;, 'a batching unit comprisinga dosing unit comprising at least one dosing pump configured to pump the chemical solution from the batching tank to a dosing line; anda control unit that controls operation of the dosing unit responsive to a chemical concentration of the water in the reservoir.2. The water treatment system of claim 1 , further comprising a chemical analyser that determines the chemical concentration of the water in the reservoir and provides data regarding the chemical ...

UNIT FOR TREATING FLOWING LIQUID

A unit () is intended for treating waste water. It includes a well () with an inlet conduit connector () and with an outlet conduit connector () at the outside of the well (). The unit further includes a connecting conduit () inside the well (). The connecting conduit () connects the inlet conduit connector () to the outlet conduit connector (). There is at least one storage tank () inside the well () for a liquid chemical and a metering pump () inside the well () for pumping the chemical from the storage tank () into the connecting conduit (). A control device () activates the metering pump according to a signal of a sensor () which senses a quantity of chemical element in the liquid flowing through the conduit (). 1. A unit for treating flowing liquid , the unit comprising:a well an inlet conduit connector and an outlet conduit connector at the outside of the well;a connecting conduit inside the well, said connecting conduit connecting the inlet conduit connector to the outlet conduit connector;at least one storage tank inside the well for at least one liquid chemical;a metering pump inside the well for pumping the at least one chemical from the storage tank into the connecting conduit; anda metering control unit configured to activate the metering pump.2. A unit according to claim 1 , further comprising:a flow sensor for detecting flow in the connecting conduit;a quantity sensor for detecting a quantity of one or more chemical compounds or elements of the liquid in the connecting conduit, wherein a metering pump conduit connects the metering pump to the connecting conduit and the quantity sensor is disposed upstream or downstream or both upstream and downstream of a run-out of the metering pump conduit, and the metering control unit is configured to activate the metering pump dependent on the detected flow and quantity.3. A unit according to claim 2 , wherein the quantity sensor is configured to detect the quantity of the one or more chemical compounds or ...

SELF CONTAINED, AUTOMATIC WATER QUALITY MONITORING AND TREATMENT SYSTEM

A self contained, automatic water quality monitoring and treatment system includes a water quality interface control module having a signal processor configured to: receive signaling containing information about a baseline test of pH and ORP levels of water to be monitored and also about a subsequent test of the pH and ORP levels of water to be monitored later in time to the baseline test; determine corresponding signaling containing information about the quality of the water being monitored based upon a percentage of change between the baseline test and the subsequent test later in time to the baseline of the pH and ORP levels of water being monitored; and provide the corresponding signaling for remote awareness, including wireless signaling for providing mobile or Internet awareness, and/or for controlling the treatment of the water being monitored. 1. Apparatus comprising: receive signaling containing information about a baseline test of pH and oxidation levels of water to be monitored and also about a subsequent test of the pH and oxidation levels of water to be monitored later in time to the baseline test; and', 'determine corresponding signaling containing information about the quality of the water being monitored based upon a percentage of change between the baseline test and the subsequent test later in time to the baseline of the pH and oxidation levels of water being monitored., 'a signal processor configured at least to2. Apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the signal processor is configured to provide the corresponding signaling for remote awareness claim 1 , including via wireless signaling claim 1 , either for displaying on a remote user interface claim 1 , or controlling the treatment of the water being monitored claim 1 , or both.3. Apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the baseline water test is based upon lab tested water claim 1 , or conducted at an initial installation.4. Apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the signal processor is ...

DEVICES SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR CONSERVING RESOURCES BY TREATING LIQUIDS WITH ELECTROMAGNETIC FIELDS

Resources, such as water, energy, power, amount of de-scaling chemicals, device lifetimes, data analytics and system depreciation may be conserved through the use of dual-field electric and magnetic probes that create and apply electromagnetic fields to liquids, such as water. 1. A treatment system comprising:a control system operable to control a voltage applied to unwanted material in a liquid and receive data representative of in-line treatment of the unwanted material;an in-line device operable to apply time-varying electromagnetic fields to the unwanted material to treat the unwanted material; andimpedance matching circuitry operable to receive signals from the control system to maintain an impedance of the in-line device, a signal generator and a transmission medium for connecting the device and the generator at a matched impedance, and maintain a constant amplitude of the electromagnetic fields.2. The system as in wherein the data comprises water usage claim 1 , energy claim 1 , power claim 1 , amount of de-scaling chemicals claim 1 , data analytics claim 1 , or microbial contamination levels.3. The system as in wherein the control system comprises a microcontroller.4. The system as in wherein the control system is further operable to compare the received data to stored claim 1 , reference data.5. The system as in wherein the control system is further operable to compute an indication of the difference between an amount of resources currently being used by a transport or reference system based on the received data and the amount of resources previously used by the transport or reference system based on historical data.6. The system as in wherein the control system is further operable to compute an indication of the difference between an amount of resources currently being used by a transport or reference system based on the received data and a threshold amount of resources.7. The system as in wherein the control system is further operable to compute a savings ...

Method and system for control of an addition rate of a hexavalent chromium control chemical to water

The invention describes a method and system for controlling the addition rate of a contaminant control chemical to a water or wastewater line. The level of hexavalent chromium as a contaminant in the water or wastewater is measured using a spectro-photometric probe placed in the line. Data representative of the level of measured hexavalent chromium content is read into a computing unit, which determines a required contaminant control chemical addition rate based on said level of hexavalent chromium content. The contaminant control chemical is then added at the required addition rate to reduce the amount of hexavalent chromium to a predetermined level. 1. A method of controlling the addition rate of a contaminant control chemical to a water or wastewater line , the method comprising:measuring a level of hexavalent chromium as a contaminant in the water or wastewater using a spectrophotometric probe placed in said line,reading the data on the level of measured hexavalent chromium content into a computing unit,determining in said computing unit a required contaminant control chemical addition rate based on said level of hexavalent chromium content,adding said contaminant control chemical at the required addition rate to reduce the amount of hexavalent chromium to a predetermined level.2. A method according to claim 1 , wherein said rate control is carried out in real time in response to said measuring.3. A method according to claim 1 , wherein the computing unit is adapted to utilize a retention time caused by flow magnitude and water or wastewater line properties claim 1 , when determining the required contaminant control chemical addition rate.4. A method according to claim 1 , wherein the measurement comprises:measuring the actual weight of hexavalent chromium in the water/wastewater line or a parameter correlating with said actual weight, anddetermining the required contaminant control chemical addition rate based on said actual weight or parameter correlating with ...

Tap water management system, tap water management device, tap water management method, and tap water management program recording medium

In order to keep the deterioration of water distribution pipes from progressing, a tap water management system is provided with: a water pressure detection unit for detecting the water pressure in at least one location in a water distribution pipe for carrying clean water from a water distribution site to a consumer. and transmitting the detection result as water pressure information; a deterioration detection unit for detecting deterioration in at least one location in a water distribution pipe, and transmitting the detection result as deterioration information; a water distribution planning unit for causing a water distribution plan that is a plan for water distribution pressure to be determined on the basis of information regarding past water demand; a deterioration-reducing water distribution planning unit for deciding, on the basis of the water distribution plan, the water pressure information, and the deterioration information, a deterioration-reducing water distribution plan according to the extent of deterioration; a water distribution pressure changing unit for changing the water distribution pressure of the water distribution pipe; and a water distribution pressure control unit for controlling the water distribution pressure changing unit on the basis of the deterioration-reducing water distribution plan.

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR FLUSHING A DRINKING WATER INSTALLATION

A system and method for flushing a drinking water installation, comprises at least one riser or distribution pipe, branch pipes connected to the riser or distribution pipe, as well as consumer devices and flushing stations connected to the branch pipes. The flushing stations have measuring devices for the temperature change in the branch pipe or the throughflow through the branch pipe, and/or measuring devices for the temperature change or the throughflow. The system includes and the method uses a control unit which is connected to the measuring devices by means of data cables or by radio. The control unit has an evaluation module for the data transmitted by the measuring devices, and the evaluation module is set up to determine, on the basis of the transmitted data, which flushing stations need to be flushed simultaneously in order for the riser or distribution pipe to be flushed. 1. A system for flushing a drinking water installation , comprisingat least one riser or distribution pipe,a plurality of branch pipes connected to the riser or distribution pipe,consumer devices and flushing stations connected to the branch pipes,wherein the flushing stations have measuring devices for the temperature change in the branch pipe or the throughflow through the branch pipe, and/or measuring devices for the temperature change or the throughflow are provided,a control unit which is connected to the measuring devices by means of data cables or by radio,wherein the control unit has an evaluation module for the data transmitted by the measuring devices, andthe evaluation module is set up to determine, on the basis of the transmitted data, which flushing stations need to be flushed simultaneously in order for the riser or distribution pipe to be flushed.2. The system according to claim 1 ,whereina plurality of risers or distribution pipes for the feed flow and return flow of a hot water pipe and a cold water pipe are provided and the risers or distribution pipes have a larger ...

OPTIMIZED HYDROMODIFICATION MANAGEMENT WITH ACTIVE STORMWATER CONTROLS

A system, methodology, and programming logic for active stormwater controls to optimize sizing and design of Hydromodification Management (HM) structural Best Management Practices (BMPs) to achieve optimal flow duration control. Control logic enables the controlled release of stormwater from a BMP in a manner most akin to pre-development flow duration curves. Inputs to this logic include: flow duration curves based on continuous hydrologic simulation for pre- and post-development conditions; real-time measurement of water level within the BMP; and real-time measurement of discharge entering the BMP. This control logic can interact with control logic for other stormwater management objectives, such as harvest and reuse, infiltration, and combined sewer overflow prevention, and respective inputs, such as real-time weather forecast data, precipitation gage data, downstream flow gauge data, and water quality data, to meet those design objectives as well. New HM BMPs can be optimized to be smaller and, thus, more feasible to implement. Existing stormwater facilities designed for flood control or other management objectives can be retrofitted to provide hydromodification control as well. When utilized with real-time flow and water level monitoring equipment and data, the flow release logic can be adaptively adjusted without physical retrofit of the BMP's outlet. 1. A method of enabling hydromodification management to compensate for changes in water runoff characteristics resulting from altered land use , the method comprising:creating parameters of a pre- and post-development continuous hydrologic simulation model of a drainage management area of interest;defining pre- and post-development flow duration data based upon the hydrologic simulation;defining desired post-development flow duration data resulting from use of flow control;creating flow rating data from the defined flow duration data;defining the physical parameters of a runoff detention facility having a water ...

SIPHON TRAP DISINFECTION SYSTEM

A disinfection device for a trapped-liquid comprising of a drain trap for a liquid flow having an inner surface to trap a volume of the trapped-liquid and a helical coil capable of generating metal ions to eliminate biological cells attached to said drain trap. An electric valve is connected to a tap water and the helical coil and a power supply provides a current and a voltage to the helical coil for a period of ionization and a sensor system installed in the drain trap to sense flow of a liquid through the drain trap. A timer system to determine the length of a stagnant-time that the trapped-liquid is stagnant in the drain trap; and to determine the length of an ionization-time for the period of ionization. 1. A disinfection device for a trapped-liquid comprising:a. a drain trap for a liquid flow having an inner surface to trap a volume of said trapped-liquid;b. a helical coil capable of generating metal ions to eliminate biological cells attached to said drain trap;c. an electric valve connected to a tap water from a distal end and connected to said helical coil from a proximal end;d. a power supply to provide a current and a voltage to said helical coil for a period of ionization;e. a sensor system installed in the drain trap to sense flow of a liquid through said drain trap;f. a timer system to determine the length of a stagnant-time that said trapped-liquid is stagnant in the drain trap, and to determine the length of an ionization-time for said period of ionization, andg. a control system to control said period of ionization, and to turn on the power to the helical coil and said electric valve when a timer system indicates that the trapped-liquid is stagnant for a predefined said stagnant-time and turn off the power when the ionization is performed for a predefined said ionization-time or when the liquid flows in the drain.2. The disinfection device of claim 1 , wherein said drain trap is any one of a U-trap claim 1 , a P-trap claim 1 , a J-trap claim 1 , a ...

METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR WATER PRODUCTION AND DISTRIBUTION CONTROL

A method and a system control the water production for a water distribution network. The method includes collecting field sensor data from a water distribution network, using the received data to model the water distribution network and determining an optimal water flow, and generating the optimal water production plan for controlling the water production in the water distribution network based on received data including the sensor data and the historical data. The system includes a process and memory and processor executable instructions to carry out the above method. 1. A method of water production and distribution control for a water distribution network , comprising:querying, at a pre-determined time interval, sensor data stored in an industrial control database;receiving the sensor data and assigning a validity period for the received sensor data;receiving user data from a first user interface wherein the user data represents a demand for water;querying historical data comprising historical asset attributes and historical sensor data from a historical data repository;modeling the water distribution network as nodes and connections between nodes;determining constraints and dependencies among the nodes in the water distribution network;determining costs of water production for the water distribution network;adding a slack variable when a demand for water exceeds a supply of water to the nodes;determining, at a pre-determined frequency, an optimal water flow in the modeled water distribution network comprising selected connections between selected nodes according to the constraints and the dependencies by using the costs of water production, the slack variable, the received sensor data within the validity period, the user data and the historical data; anddetermining a water production plan for the water distribution network according to the determined optimal water flow and displaying the water production plan in a second user interface.2. The method of claim 1 , ...

Control system for descreasing pressure of supercritical water system and method thereof

A control system for decreasing pressure of a supercritical water system and a method therefor is provided, mainly including: a resistance water storage tank, a resistance pump, a capillary negative booster, a back pressure valve, a regulating valve and related stop valves. By switching the back pressure valve branch and the capillary negative booster branch, the pressure regulation is achieved while starting the system, closing down and in normal operation. The present invention is capable of achieving precisely controlling pressure of the system on the basis of effectively preventing problems exists in the solid particle materials pressure decreasing process such as abrasion and clogging of the internal elements of the valve. In addition, the back pressure valve branch is capable of reducing the operation complexity in the starting and shutdown process of the system, and the operation reliability is improved.

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR COMMUNICATING OVER A TWO-WIRE POWER CABLE BETWEEN AN EXTERNAL POWER SUPPLY AND A SELF-PROPELLED ROBOTIC SWIMMING POOL CLEANER

A robotic pool cleaner includes a housing with an interior chamber. A filter within the interior chamber filters water drawn through a water inlet provided in a bottom portion of the housing. Filtered water is discharged through a discharge port provided in a upper portion of the housing. Rotatably-mounted supports attached to the housing support and guide the cleaner on the pool surface. An electric motor mounted in the chamber is configured to move the cleaner on a pool surface. A pool cleaner controller electrically connected to the electric motor controls movement of the cleaner and receives communication signals transmitted by a remote power supply over a two-wire electric cable having first and second conductors. The pool cleaner controller is configured to provide uninterrupted electric power to the electric motor while the pool cleaner controller also receives pulsed communication signal from the remote power supply over the two-wire cable. 1. A pool cleaning system for cleaning a submerged surface of a pool including a robotic pool cleaner electrically connected to a remote power supply via a two-wire electric cable having first and second conductors , the system comprising: a housing including an upper portion disposed over a base to define an interior chamber, the base including at least one water inlet and the upper portion having at least one water discharge port;', 'rotatably-mounted supports for supporting and guiding the cleaner on the pool surface;', 'a filter assembly for filtering water drawn through the at least one water inlet;', 'an electric motor mounted in the interior chamber and configured to move the cleaner on the pool surface; and', 'a pool cleaner controller electrically connected to the electric motor for controlling movement of the cleaner and receiving communication signals transmitted by the remote power supply; and, 'the robotic pool cleaner comprising 'a power supply controller for providing DC power to the electric motor of the ...

System and Method for Using AC and DC Sensors for Water Treatment

A system and method are disclosed for automatically operating a high voltage resonance circuit. An embodiment of the system includes one or more coils each coil can be an alternating current (AC) coil or a direct current (DC) coil. Ari embodiment of the system further includes a microprocessor that issues commands to control amplitude and frequency of pulses of the one or more coils to reach and maintain a resonant condition for water treatment. The microprocessor determines whether a coil is an AC coil or a DC coil by detecting whether a capacitor is connected in series with the coil. An embodiment of the system further includes one or more sensors that measure the quality of water and provide feedback to the microprocessor. 1. A self-adjusting high voltage sensor circuit apparatus for a water treatment system , comprising:a predetermined number of coils including alternating current (AC) coils and direct current (DC) coils;one or more storage devices wherein software is stored; issue commands to control frequency of pulses for the AC and the DC coils in order to create electromagnetic fields and to reach and maintain an approximate resonant frequency of the pulses for water treatment,', 'wherein, as water passes through the created electromagnetic fields, the created electromagnetic fields reduce surface charges from small particulates floating in the water and alter a state of dissolved mineral crystals in the water; and, 'a microprocessor, operably connected to the AC coils and the DC coils, configured to execute the software wherein execution of the software causes the microprocessor toone or more sensors, operably connected to the microprocessor, that measure quality of the water after treatment and provide feedback to the microprocessor, wherein the microprocessor uses the feedback to continually adjust amplitude and the frequency of the pulses of the AC coils and DC coils to maintain electromagnetic fields and a resonant condition.2. The apparatus of claim 1 ...

METHODS OF MAINTAINING THE CONCENTRATION OF AT LEAST ONE OXYGEN SPECIES WITHIN A WATER-BASED STREAM

A concentration of at least one oxygen species may be maintained within a pre-determined range in a water-based stream by obtaining at least one measurement as a direct current (DC) output with at least one probe within the water-based stream. The measurement(s) may correlate to a measured concentration of the oxygen specie(s) within the water-based stream. The measured concentration of the oxygen specie(s) within the water-based stream may be altered when the measured concentration is outside the pre-determined range. 1. A method for maintaining a concentration of at least one oxygen species within a pre-determined range in a water-based stream , the method comprising:obtaining at least one measurement as a direct current (DC) output with at least one probe within the water-based stream; where the at least one measurement correlates to a measured concentration of the at least one oxygen species within the water-based stream;determining that the measured concentration is outside the pre-determined range; andaltering the concentration of the at least one oxygen species so that the measured concentration of the at least one oxygen species within the water-based stream is within the pre-determined range.2. The method of claim 1 , where the measurement is selected from the group consisting of a fluorescence measurement claim 1 , a luminescence measurement claim 1 , a transmittance measurement claim 1 , a reflectance measurement claim 1 , and combinations thereof.3. The method of claim 1 , where the altering occurs by a process selected from the group consisting of altering a rate of aeration by an aerator claim 1 , injecting at least one oxygen scavenger into the water-based stream to at least partially increase or decrease the at least one oxygen species from the water-based stream claim 1 , and combinations thereof.4. The method of claim 1 , where the pre-determined range is from about 0.1 ppm to about 50 ppm.5. The method of claim 1 , where the water-based stream ...

FOAM INTERCEPT SYSTEM

A foam intercept system and a method of using the foam intercept system are disclosed herein. The foam intercept system is useful to control levels of foam generated on the surface of effluent seawater during aeration of the effluent seawater in a seawater aeration basin. Effluent seawater contained within the seawater aeration basin may be produced in a seawater flue gas desulfurization system associated with a power plant or an aluminum production plant. 1. A foam intercept system comprising:a seawater aeration basin containing effluent seawater from an associated seawater flue gas desulfurization absorber and foam generated therein; a housing with an open base and an interior area defined by one or more walls; and', 'an adjustable float frame supporting the housing a distance above or just below the effluent seawater and generated foam;, 'a foam intercept device comprisingdual pumps fluidly connected to the housing;a jet pump fluidly connected to the housing; anda foam retention tank fluidly connected to the dual pumps and the jet pump arranged for containing generated foam transported by suction from the seawater aeration basin and for containing dissipation fluid generated from dissipated and/or destroyed generated foam.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein one or both dual pumps are operative to suction transport the generated foam from the seawater aeration basin to the foam retention tank.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the jet pump is operative to suction transport generated foam from the seawater aeration basin to the foam retention tank.4. The system of claim 1 , further comprising one or more level detectors within the foam retention tank for transmission of data signals to a control device.5. The system of claim 1 , further comprising one or more level detectors within the foam retention tank for transmission of data signals to a control device for remote control of valves controlling transport route of generated foam to the foam retention tank.6. The ...

SEWAGE TREATMENT SYSTEM

Disclosed is a sewage treatment system which is capable of treating a large amount of sewage, has a compact structure, and improves sewage treatment capacity in an eco-friendly manner by using an electrolysis unit and a reducing agent supply device. The sewage treatment system according to the present invention comprises a first system (S) and a second system (S). The first system (S), which transports sewage and sea water to an electrolysis unit (E), includes: a first detection member (); a second detection member () disposed above the first detection member () for water level detection; a third detection member () disposed above the second detection member () for water level detection; a fourth detection member () disposed above the third detection member () for water level detection; a first sea water control unit (V) supplying sea water when the water level is detected by the first detection member () and blocks the sea water when the water level is detected by the second detection member (); and to first pump (P) which begins operation to transport the sewage and sea water to the electrolysis unit (E) when the water level is detected by the third detection member () and stops operation when the water level is detected by the first detection member (). The second system (S), which discharges the treated water flowing in from the electrolysis unit (E) to the outside, includes: a fifth detection member (); a sixth detection member () disposed above the fifth detection member () for water level detection; a seventh detection member () disposed above the sixth detection member () for water level detection; and a second pump (P) which begins operation to discharge the treated water to the outside when the water level is detected by the sixth detection member () and stops operation when the water level is detected by the fifth detection member (). 1. A sewage treatment system comprising:{'b': '1', 'a first system (S); and'}{'b': 2', '1', '1, 'claim-text': [{'b': '10', ...

SIPHON TRAP DISINFECTION SYSTEM

A disinfection device for a trapped-liquid comprising of a drain trap for a liquid flow having an inner surface to trap a volume of the trapped-liquid and a helical coil capable of generating metal ions to eliminate biological cells attached to said drain trap. An electric valve is connected to a tap water and the helical coil and a power supply provides a current and a voltage to the helical coil for a period of ionization and a sensor system installed in the drain trap to sense flow of a liquid through the drain trap. A timer system to determine the length of a stagnant-time that the trapped-liquid is stagnant in the drain trap; and to determine the length of an ionization-time for the period of ionization. 1. A disinfection device for a trapped-liquid comprising:a. a drain trap for a liquid flow having an inner surface to trap a volume of said trapped-liquid;b. a helical coil capable of generating metal ions to eliminate biological cells attached to said drain trap;c. an electric valve connected to a tap water from a distal end and connected to said helical coil from a proximal end;d. a power supply to provide a current and a voltage to said helical coil for a period of ionization;e. a sensor system installed in the drain trap to sense flow of a liquid through said drain trap;f. a timer system to determine the length of a stagnant-time that said trapped-liquid is stagnant in the drain trap, and to determine the length of an ionization-time for said period of ionization, andg. a control system to control said period of ionization, and to turn on the power to the helical coil and said electric valve when a timer system indicates that the trapped-liquid is stagnant for a predefined said stagnant-time and turn off the power when the ionization is performed for a predefined said ionization-time or when the liquid flows in the drain.2. The disinfection device of claim 1 , wherein said drain trap is any one of a U-trap claim 1 , a P-trap claim 1 , a J-trap claim 1 , a ...

WATER TREATMENT SYSTEM AND METHOD

A water treatment system for monitoring and controlling a concentration of water treatment substances within a reservoir. 1. A water treatment device for managing treatment of water in a reservoir comprising:an electrolytic treatment system operatieve to administer one or more treatment materials to the received water; calculate an amount of the one or more treatment materials administrated per unit of time based on an electrical charge supplied to the electrolytic treatment system,', 'receive as inputs at least a volume of the liquid reservoir and an initial concentration of the one or more treatment materials in the reservoir, and', 'predict a future concentration of the one or more treatment materials based on at least the calculated amount of the one or more treatment materials administrated per unit of time, the volume of the reservoir, and the initial concentration of the one or more treatment materials in the reservoir., 'an electronic control system operative to2. The water treatment device of claim 1 , wherein the electronic control device is further operative to regulate a production rate of the one or more treatment materials administered by the electrolytic treatment system based on the predicted future concentration.3. The water treatment device of claim 1 , further comprising a hydro-generation system operable to receive water flowing through a recirculation flow path from the reservoir and to generate power from the received flowing water.4. The water treatment device of claim 1 , further comprising:a hydro-generation system operable to receive water flowing through a recirculation flow path from the reservoir and to generate power from the received flowing water,wherein the electronic control device is further operative to measure a flow rate through the recirculation flow path based on the generated power.5. The water treatment device of claim 3 , wherein the hydro-generation system is operative to produce sufficient electrical power to operate the ...

WATER TREATMENT METHOD AND SYSTEM PROVIDING PARTIAL DYNAMIC BY-PASS OF WATER TREATMENT STAGES

Embodiments of the present invention are directed to water treatment systems and methods offering improved efficiency, longevity and versatility. More specifically, water treatment systems and methods configured in accordance with the present invention provide for dynamic bypass of one or more water treatment stages by at least a portion of water being treated. Dynamic bypass reduces the amount of work expended by water treatment system components to treat a given volume of water. Thus, by adjusting such work expended based on a target water quality, the water treatment system can conserve power, extend system up-time, reduce usage of system consumables, potentially remediate a fault in a treatment stage under certain conditions, avoid the need for designing different systems for different conditions, and support automation of system operation. 1. A method performed by a system controller of a water treatment system , the method comprising:assessing, in response to causing an initial volume of water to flow through one or more of a plurality of water treatment stages of the water treatment system, signal output of one or more water quality characterizing devices of the water treatment system to determine one or more water quality parameters characterizing an untreated condition of the water and to determine one or more treatment efficiency parameters for at least one of the water treatment stages;determining, using the one or more water quality parameters and the one or more treatment efficiency parameters, an active version of a water treatment protocol under which a subsequent volume of the water are to be treated using one or more of the water treatment stages to achieve a target treated water quality in response to the subsequent volume being subjected to treatment by the one or more of the water treatment stages; andcontrolling a flow control structure of the water treatment system to subject the subsequent volume of the water to be treated by the water ...

WASTEWATER TREATMENT METHOD AND WASTEWATER TREATMENT SYSTEM

System and method for treating scrubber and ballast wastewater at the same time. The method includes mixing ballast and scrubber wastewater to make a suspended solid concentration or turbidity of the obtained wastewater mixture constant, the scrubber wastewater produced by bringing exhaust gas and scrubber washing water into contact with each other in a scrubber; adding magnetic powder to the wastewater mixture; and magnetically separating magnetic flocs obtained in the adding. The system includes a mixer that mixes ballast and scrubber wastewater to make a suspended solid concentration or turbidity of the obtained wastewater mixture constant, the scrubber wastewater produced by bringing exhaust gas and scrubber washing water into contact with each other in a scrubber; a magnetic powder adding device that adds magnetic powder to the wastewater mixture obtained by the mixer; and a magnetic separator that magnetically separates magnetic flocs obtained by the magnetic powder adding device. 1. A wastewater treatment method comprising:a mixing step of mixing ballast wastewater with scrubber wastewater to make a suspended solid concentration or turbidity of the obtained wastewater mixture constant, the scrubber water produced by bringing exhaust gas and scrubber washing water into contact with each other in a scrubber;a treatment step of adding a magnetic powder to the wastewater mixture; anda separation step of magnetically separating magnetic flocs obtained in the treatment step.2. The wastewater treatment method according to claim 1 , whereinthe mixing step includes:a measurement step of measuring the suspended solid concentration of the scrubber wastewater or the suspended solid concentration of the wastewater mixture; anda control step of controlling a mixing ratio of the ballast wastewater aid the scrubber wastewater depending on a measurement result in the measurement step.3. The wastewater treatment method according to claim 1 , whereinthe mixing step includes:a ...

A WATER HYBRID DEVICE

The present invention describes a hybrid device allowing purification and either recycling of water or discarding of water, wherein said hybrid device comprises a recirculation loop a filter system and multiple sensors wherein the multiple sensors are conductivity sensors, wherein the hybrid device also comprises a micro processor and wherein the multiple sensors are connected to the micro processor. 1. A hybrid device allowing purification and either recycling of water or discarding of water , wherein said hybrid device comprises a recirculation loop in which a filter system is arranged , wherein the hybrid device also comprises multiple sensors , wherein the multiple sensors are conductivity sensors , wherein the hybrid device also comprises a micro processor and wherein the multiple sensors are connected to the micro processor.2. The hybrid device according to claim 1 , wherein at least one of the multiple sensors is an electrical conductivity (EC) sensor.3. The hybrid device according to claim 2 , wherein at least one of the multiple sensors is an electrical conductivity (EC) sensor comprising electrode pairs.4. The hybrid device according to claim 1 , wherein the multiple sensors are conductivity sensors are directed to measurement of resistance and the conductivity is obtained by conversion of the measured value(s).5. The hybrid device according to claim 1 , wherein the filter system comprises at least two different filters.6. The hybrid device according to claim 1 , wherein at least one of the multiple sensors is directed to water quality claim 1 , level and/or leakage.7. The hybrid device according to claim 1 , wherein the sensors are directed to all of quality claim 1 , level and leakage claim 1 , and wherein the sensors are conductivity sensors.8. The hybrid device according to claim 1 , wherein the hybrid device comprises multiple electrical conductivity (EC) sensors being arranged as at least three electrodes arranged as two electrode pairs with one ...

Autonomous Swimming Pool Skimmer

A swimming pool skimmer comprises a buoyant skimmer body. The swimming pool skimmer further comprises an electrical power supply including a solar cell mounted to a topside of the skimmer body. A set of proximity sensors are operatively connected to the electrical power supply, and are mounted at a forward end of the skimmer body. The set of proximity sensors are configured to generate a signal in response to detecting an obstruction. A set of pump jets are operatively connected to both the electrical power supply and the set of proximity sensors. The set of pump jets are configured to activate in response to the signal from the set of proximity sensors, thereby rotating the swimming pool skimmer away from the obstruction. 1. A swimming pool skimmer comprising:a buoyant skimmer body;an electrical power supply including a solar cell mounted to a topside of the buoyant skimmer body;a set of proximity sensors operatively connected to the electrical power supply and mounted at a forward end of the buoyant skimmer body, wherein the set of proximity sensors is configured to generate a signal in response to detecting an obstruction; anda plurality of pump jets operatively connected to both the electrical power supply and the set of proximity sensors, wherein the plurality of pump jets is configured to activate in response to the signal from the set of proximity sensors thereby rotating the swimming pool skimmer, wherein each pump jet of the plurality of pump jets is positioned opposite a corresponding pump jet that is distally located around the buoyant skimmer body.2. The swimming pool skimmer of claim 1 , wherein the buoyant skimmer body further comprises:a set of inlet ports extending through the buoyant skimmer body and configured to allow a fluid intake to the set of pump jets; anda set of outlet ports extending through the buoyant skimmer body and configured to allow a fluid output from the set of pump jets, wherein both the set of inlet ports and the set of outlet ...

Autonomous Swimming Pool Skimmer

A swimming pool skimmer comprises a buoyant skimmer body. The swimming pool skimmer further comprises an electrical power supply including a solar cell mounted to a topside of the skimmer body. A set of proximity sensors are operatively connected to the electrical power supply, and are mounted at a forward end of the skimmer body. The set of proximity sensors are configured to generate a signal in response to detecting an obstruction. A set of pump jets are operatively connected to both the electrical power supply and the set of proximity sensors. The set of pump jets are configured to activate in response to the signal from the set of proximity sensors, thereby rotating the swimming pool skimmer away from the obstruction. 1. A swimming pool skimmer comprising:a buoyant skimmer body;a channel extending through the buoyant skimmer body from a forward end of the buoyant skimmer body to a stern of the buoyant skimmer body;an electrical power supply including a solar cell mounted to a topside of the buoyant skimmer body;a set of proximity sensors operatively connected to the electrical power supply and mounted at the forward end of the buoyant skimmer body, wherein the set of proximity sensors is configured to generate a signal in response to detecting an obstruction; anda set of pump jets operatively connected to both the electrical power supply and the set of proximity sensors, wherein the set of pump jets is configured to activate in response to the signal from the set of proximity sensors thereby rotating the swimming pool skimmer.2. The swimming pool skimmer of claim 1 , wherein the buoyant skimmer body further comprises:a set of inlet ports extending through the buoyant skimmer body and configured to allow a fluid intake to the set of pump jets; anda set of outlet ports extending through the buoyant skimmer body and configured to allow a fluid output from the set of pump jets, wherein both the set of inlet ports and the set of outlet ports are positioned beneath a ...

WATER INTEGRITY IN TREATMENT AND DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS

As a measure of water integrity in water treatment and distribution systems, stabilized hydrogen peroxide is used as the secondary disinfectant. The concentration of hydrogen peroxide is monitored throughout the system and, if needed, additional hydrogen peroxide is injected into the system to maintain the level at established standards. 1. A water treatment and distribution system comprising:a. a primary disinfectant apparatus for disinfecting source water;b. a first dosing apparatus to inject stabilized hydrogen peroxide into the system;c. a first monitoring apparatus to measure the concentration of hydrogen peroxide residual;d. one or more further monitoring apparatus to measure the concentration of hydrogen peroxide residual downstream of the first monitoring apparatus;e. one or more further dosing apparatus proximate the one or more further monitoring apparatus, each capable of injecting stabilized hydrogen peroxide into the system; andf. a network of pipes connecting the source water to the primary disinfectant apparatus, the primary disinfectant apparatus to the first dosing apparatus, the first dosing apparatus to the first monitoring apparatus, the first monitoring apparatus to the one or more further monitoring apparatus and the one or more further monitoring apparatus to the one or more further dosing apparatus.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the first monitoring apparatus and the one or more further monitoring apparatus measure the residual and transmit measured residual data to a control system.3. The system of claim 2 , wherein the first dosing apparatus and the one or more further dosing apparatus receive signals from the control system to dose stabilized hydrogen peroxide.4. The system of claim 2 , wherein the control system monitors changes in measured residual data from two or more monitoring apparatus and compares the change to established standards.5. The system of claim 4 , wherein the control system transmits signals to dose an established ...

WATER PURIFIER

The present disclosure provides a water purifier, comprising: a water purification assembly; a water receiving assembly connected with the water purification assembly by a pipeline; a water storage assembly arranged on the water receiving assembly, the water purification assembly delivering water to the water storage assembly through the water receiving assembly; and a sensor arranged in the water receiving assembly and being configured to detect the amount of water in the water storage assembly. When the sensor detects that the amount of water in the water storage assembly reaches a preset amount of water, the water purification assembly is controlled to stop delivering water. According to the water purifier provided by the present disclosure, water purified by the water purification assembly is delivered to the water receiving assembly by the pipeline, then is delivered to the water storage assembly by the water receiving assembly and stored to meet water demand. 1. A water purifier , comprising:a water purification assembly;a water receiving assembly connected with the water purification assembly by a pipeline;a water storage assembly arranged on the water receiving assembly, the water purification assembly delivering water to the water storage assembly through the water receiving assembly; anda sensor arranged in the water receiving assembly and being configured to detect an amount of water in the water storage assembly;wherein, when the sensor detects that the amount of water in the water storage assembly reaches a preset amount of water, the water purification assembly is controlled to stop delivering water.2. The water purifier according to claim 1 , further comprising:a floater assembly arranged in the water storage assembly;wherein the sensor detects the amount of water in the water storage assembly by detecting the floater assembly.3. The water purifier according to claim 2 , wherein the floater assembly comprises:a floater box; anda floater movably ...

WATER RECLAIM METHOD AND SYSTEM

An apparatus and method for water collection, treatment, and/or reutilization. A water recovery method using at a water conditioning/precipitation equipment and least a filtration equipment. The water recovery system may further include an automation, monitor, and control system for automating, monitoring, and/or controlling, for example, the flow of wastewater, minerals at the water, the end use of the wastewater, etc. 1. A method for reclaiming water destined for disposal in a water state changing system , comprising the steps of:establishing, through a control system, an acceptable level of saturation of dissolved solids in the water running through a main circulation line of said water state changing system;monitoring, through said control system, the level of saturation of dissolved solids in said water running through said main circulation line of said water state changing system;detecting, through said control system, when said water is over said acceptable level of saturation of dissolved solids and therefore becomes waste water destined for disposal through a blowdown line;redirecting said waste water from said blowdown line to a water conditioning/precipitation system;receiving and processing said waste water by said precipitation system;directing, after processing by said conditioning/precipitation system, said waste water to a water filtration system;receiving and processing said waste water by said filtration system, turning said waste water into water with an acceptable level of saturation of dissolved solids;without discarding any water, reincorporating said water with an acceptable level of saturation of dissolved solids to the main circulation line of said water state changing system.2. The method as in claim 1 , wherein water state changing system comprises a boiler system.3. The method as in claim 1 , wherein water state changing system comprises a cooling tower system.4. The method as in claim 1 , wherein said filtration system is an ...