In the context of today's rapid development of urbanization, the stability and safety of urban drainage systems are directly related to the normal operation of the city and the quality of life of residents. With the rapid development of information technology, smart pipe networks have emerged as an innovative management method, bringing revolutionary changes to the monitoring and management of urban drainage systems. Many small partners are not sure what a smart pipe network is, so Xiao Lu will systematically explain it here.

The concept of smart pipe network
Smart pipe network refers to a management system that uses information technology to realize comprehensive informatization and intelligence in urban comprehensive pipe network. Its core includes technologies such as the Internet of Things, cloud computing, and big data, as well as software platforms such as databases and GIS geographical information systems.

Smart pipe networks have a wide range of applications, covering many fields such as water supply pipe networks, drainage pipe networks, fire protection pipe networks, oil and gas pipe networks, and heating pipe networks. By integrating these advanced technologies, smart pipe networks can realize real-time monitoring, intelligent diagnosis, predictive maintenance and other functions of the pipe network, greatly improving the safety, reliability and operating efficiency of the pipe network.

The content of smart pipe networks is rich and diverse and can be classified and described from multiple dimensions.

1. Technical means

Internet of Things technology: Through sensors, smart terminals and other devices, pipe network data is collected in real time to achieve remote monitoring and control.

Cloud computing technology: Use cloud platforms for data storage, processing and analysis, providing strong computing power support.

Big data technology: In-depth mining and analysis of massive data, discovering potential problems, and providing decision support.

2、Function Classification

Monitoring smart pipe network: It mainly realizes real-time monitoring and data collection of pipe network parameters.

Diagnostic smart pipe network: Use data analysis technology to diagnose the operating status of the pipe network and discover potential problems.

Forecasting smart pipe network: By establishing a prediction model, predict possible problems in the pipe network and take measures in advance to prevent them.

Optimizing smart pipe network: Optimize scheduling and control the operation of the pipe network to improve operational efficiency and energy utilization.
Application scope：

City-level smart pipe network: A pipe network system covering the entire city and providing comprehensive monitoring and management services.

Regional-level intelligent pipeline network: Monitoring and managing the pipelines in specific areas or functional zones.

Application of smart pipe network drainage system
As an important part of smart pipe networks, smart drainage pipe network systems play a vital role in modern urban infrastructure. It achieves comprehensive, real-time monitoring and precise management of drainage pipe networks by integrating advanced technologies such as the Internet of Things, big data, and cloud computing.

1. Real-time monitoring and data analysis

Sensors are placed on key nodes of the pipeline to monitor the flow, flow rate, liquid level, water quality and other data of the drainage pipe network in real time.

By leveraging data analysis techniques, we conduct in-depth analysis of the collected data to predict potential issues and provide decision support.

2. GIS electronic map and three-dimensional display

Using the GIS geographical information system, the monitoring points of the entire city are included in the electronic map to achieve centralized monitoring of the pipe network topology.

With the help of three-dimensional simulation technology and virtual reality technology, three-dimensional modeling of pipeline data is carried out to realize three-dimensional browsing from any angle and improve the intuitive feeling of managers.

3、Alarm and Notification

Based on real-time monitored data and preset alarm thresholds, the system can set abnormalities in pipe network pressure, flow, water quality and other indicators as alarm events.

Once an alarm is triggered, the system will notify it through WeChat, SMS, email, etc., allowing staff to quickly locate and handle problems.

4. Emergency rescue and intelligent dispatch

When a disaster occurs, the system provides support for emergency rescue and ensures that emergency rescue work can be carried out quickly and orderly.
Realize intelligent scheduling and control of the operation of the sewage treatment plant, improve the efficiency of sewage treatment, and reduce energy consumption and operating costs.

5、Predictive Maintenance and Retrofit Planning

The system can detect problems such as pipe blockages and leaks in a timely manner, and take corresponding maintenance measures to reduce maintenance costs.
Based on real-time monitoring and historical data, it provides scientific basis for the planning of pipeline network renovations, ensuring the targeted and effective nature of the renovation work.

Changhe Street Smart Pipe Network Management and Control System developed by Green Midstream

Luzhong Zhongyou cooperated with Changhe Subdistrict Urban Management Bureau to develop the Changhe Subdistrict Smart Pipe Network System. By building front-end intelligent sensing equipment, it collects IoT data related to the pipe network in the entire region, such as pipe network inspection well level, flow rate, drain outlet water quality, and inspection well cover status and other information.

All data is then summarized into the smart pipe network management and control system through the 4G/NB-loT/5G wireless network and private line network. Through the software system computing power and algorithms, the health status of the pipe network throughout its life cycle is monitored, warned and analyzed., providing quantitative data support for refined water control of streets.

Meanwhile, through the event handling process, various events are handled in a closed-loop manner. This has initially enabled the transformation of urban pipeline management from an artificial management model to an artificial plus AI management model, achieving digitalization, refinement and intelligence in urban pipeline management.

conclusion
As an important part of urban infrastructure, smart pipe networks realize comprehensive monitoring and intelligent management of pipe networks by integrating advanced information technology. In the drainage system, the application of smart pipe networks not only improves the operating efficiency and management level of the drainage system, but also provides technical support for urban flood control and flood control, pipeline silting, rainwater and sewage confluence, and waterlogging.

With the continuous advancement of technology and policy support, smart pipe networks are expected to be more widely used and promoted in the future, providing more convenience and comfort for the sustainable development of cities and people's lives.