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Summary: A Solid start for a Fluid situation
Review: The Water Distribution Modeling book is a well thought-out and well written book on the subject. I have used and run other modeling programs, and sometimes, I spent more time trying to figure out how to input the data, and then how to edit the data after questionable model runs. This book starts you off from the basics and explains modeling theory. It further explains how to assemble the model, run, and calibrate the model. All of these are essential if you are to have any confidence in the results. The book is comprehensive.
I highly recommend this book.
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Summary: A key to developing a sound water distribution model
Review: This book provides the information that is paramount to learning and developing a water distribution model. I had the privilage of meeting one of the authors and discovering for myself what an authority he was on the subject.
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Summary: Water Distribution Modeling
Review: The material presented in this book is laid out in a very useful manner so that it can be used as a study guide and a reference manual. There is sufficient theory presented to provide confidence in the material as well as practical problem solving discussions that facilitate design as well as troubleshooting. This book is a must for professionals whether working with an entire municipal utility or individual fire or irrigation sprinkler systems.
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Summary: Water Distribution Modeling by Haestad Methods
Review: This book is presented in workbook style from Modeling theory, building model, Calibrating your model and verify the results. The principles and examples were explained well enough to provide a solid grasp of the concept and application. One of the best engineering books.
Lionel Sun, PE and MSCE
Seattle Public Utilities
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Summary: Practical and Comprehensive
Review: Water Distribution Modeling by Haestad Methods has proved to be a very practical and comprehensive book, both as a learning and reference tool in hydraulic modeling.It provides a start to finish approach, including the basic hydraulic theory and working examples necessary to progressively build a reader's skillset. It also includes many practical examples and problem solving activities of varied complexity. Water Distribution Modeling is useful to a beginner or experienced modeler alike as it covers off a wide variety of hydraulic modeling. The price of the book was also very reasonable for the level of quality and comprehensiveness put into it. I would recommend it to anyone involved in hydraulics including working professionals and students alike.
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Summary: Excellent companion for professional modellers!
Review: This book contains very informative information and provides excellent tips on creating, editing, and callibrating your hydraulic models. Not only does it contain basic modeling theory, but it also provides very specific modeling methods and approaches. I would recommend this book for anyone involved in hydraulic modeling, from beginner to professional!
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Summary: Great Stuff!!
Review: Simply put, this was the best knowledge source for water distribution design that I have come across in 27 years. Easy to understand, even for us older vintage players. The book was well thought out in terms of its' organisation and content. For engineers like myself who only delve into modelling occassionally it provides an excellant source for getting up to speed on modelling logistics. This book should be part of every municipal engineers' library!!
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Summary: Water Distribution Modeling
Review: This is absolutely one of the best reference books on water distribution around. The information is clear and concise, easy to understand and apply. An excellent reference source for practicing engineers, students, or anyone who wants to learn about water distribution and modeling. Definitely one of the best additions I have made to my library.
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Summary: It's an very practical and intesting book
Review: Es un libro muy práctico y debe ser de consulta obligada por
los expertos en simulación de redes de agua potable Luis E. Mora M
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Summary: Good information for professional or student
Review: I have used this book many times when needing information on water systems, fire design, domestic uses, materials and general overall guidelines. The book is easy to read and seems to be more in tune with every day applications rather than just theory.
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