Mathematical modelling and numerical simulation for efficient sprinkler system

InteliRain Inc. has developed an effective sprinkler system producing excellent uniformity water distribution for regular or irregular areas but using 30% less water compared to most existing standard industry system. However, the performance of the InteliRain system deteriorates rapidly when it is tested in an open field with wind effect. In this project, the intern will develop a mathematical model and computational algorithm to simulate the InteliRain system for cases with wind effect. Working closely with InteliRain, the intern will perform an inverse study to identify important parameters affected by wind and to design an intelligent sprinkler system which could produce good uniform water distribution with modest increase of water flow when wind effect is considered.

Faculty Supervisor:

Yau Shu Wong

Student:

Yile Zhang

Partner:

Intelirain Inc

Discipline:

Mathematics

Sector:

Agriculture

University:

University of Alberta