Conceptual framework for sewer pump problems allowing for fuzzy logic application

Authors

  • AJ Bester Department of Civil Engineering, Stellenbosch University, Private Bag X1, Matieland, 7602, South Africa
  • HE Jacobs Department of Civil Engineering, Stellenbosch University, Private Bag X1, Matieland, 7602, South Africa
  • J Tulleken Department of Civil Engineering, Stellenbosch University, Private Bag X1, Matieland, 7602, South Africa

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.4314/wsa.v41i3.05

Keywords:

sanitary sewers, pump station problems, framework

Abstract

Sewer pump station problems in separate sewer systems (separate from stormwater drainage systems) were investigated in order to derive a conceptual framework for decision making. Notwithstanding the fundamental service that efficient sewage pumping provides to a community, it was apparent that limited research has been published on the topic. Research was undertaken to identify, investigate and classify problems at existing operational sewage pump stations by means of site visits, interviews, and an extensive knowledge review. A conceptual framework for sewer pump problems was subsequently derived. The application of the framework is illustrated by means of a fuzzy logic approach to one of the problem classes identified. This study sets the scene for further research into fuzzy-based efficiency indices pertaining to different sewersystem components and the ultimate application in sewer system decision support tools.

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Published

2015-04-21

Issue

Vol. 41 No. 3 April (2015): Water SA

Section

Research paper

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How to Cite

AJ Bester, HE Jacobs and J Tulleken (2015) “Conceptual framework for sewer pump problems allowing for fuzzy logic application”, Water SA, 41(3 April). doi:10.4314/wsa.v41i3.05.