ABSTRACT
In this chapter, various aspects of pipelines are considered, including practical design. The starting point is the design of simple (one pipe) pipelines. This is followed by a discussion of series, parallel and branched pipelines, leading to the analysis of distribution systems. Finally, the steady flow design of pumping mains is discussed, and the important topic of surge protection for pumping mains and turbine installations is introduced. The chapter provides an understanding of the hydraulic and detailed design aspects of a pipeline, estimation of the discharges for series, parallel, branching and networked pipe systems, an understanding of the basic elements in designing pumping main pipelines and the role of various surge protection techniques. Some worked examples are given in the text.
