Back-turn Approach for Optimal Operation of Booster Pump Systems

Conventional pumping techniques frequently fail to optimize energy use in commercial and residential high-rise buildings. This study examines creative scheduling and operational techniques with an emphasis on back-turn operations that improve operational efficiency and save energy in booster pump sy...

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Main Authors: Y. S. Bae, M. D. Islam, Y. D. Choi, H. J. Kang, S. J. Tae, H. H. Kim
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Language:English
Published: Isfahan University of Technology 2025-07-01
Series:Journal of Applied Fluid Mechanics
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Online Access:https://www.jafmonline.net/article_2703_b62f8636646c4eabf10632cc823b4411.pdf
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author Y. S. Bae
M. D. Islam
Y. D. Choi
H. J. Kang
S. J. Tae
H. H. Kim
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description Conventional pumping techniques frequently fail to optimize energy use in commercial and residential high-rise buildings. This study examines creative scheduling and operational techniques with an emphasis on back-turn operations that improve operational efficiency and save energy in booster pump systems. In addition, the study demonstrates significant energy use savings while preserving system efficiency by examining water consumption trends in high-rise residential and commercial buildings. Over 24 h of back-turn operations key findings showed power usage reductions of up to 5.05% in residential units and 5.84% in commercial buildings. With the use of sophisticated control systems and real-time data monitoring, the back-turn operating approach dynamically modifies pump sequences to optimize efficiency. In addition to saving energy, this method prolongs the pump’s life by avoiding ineffective high-flow operations. The findings highlight the significance of strategic pump management as an economical and sustainable solution for urban water delivery systems, particularly in rapidly developing areas. Altogether, this study emphasizes the necessity of flexible management strategies to address energy inefficiencies, supporting the long-term expansion of urban infrastructure.
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spelling doaj-art-dca094576a9b4a5583e79f31a7f8b7562025-08-20T03:32:41ZengIsfahan University of TechnologyJournal of Applied Fluid Mechanics1735-35721735-36452025-07-011892202221110.47176/jafm.18.9.34282703Back-turn Approach for Optimal Operation of Booster Pump SystemsY. S. Bae0M. D. Islam1Y. D. Choi2H. J. Kang3S. J. Tae4H. H. Kim5Sego Industry Pump, Bongsu-daero, Seo-Gu, Incheon, Gyeonggi-do, 22845, South KoreaDepartment of Mechanical Engineering, Graduate School of Engineering, Gyeongsang National University, Jinju, Gyeongnam, 52725, South KoreaSego Industry Pump, Bongsu-daero, Seo-Gu, Incheon, Gyeonggi-do, 22845, South KoreaSchool of Aerospace Engineering, Gyeongsang National University, Jinju, Gyeongnam, 52725, South KoreaSchool of Aerospace Engineering, Gyeongsang National University, Jinju, Gyeongnam, 52725, South KoreaSchool of Aerospace Engineering, Gyeongsang National University, Jinju, Gyeongnam, 52725, South KoreaConventional pumping techniques frequently fail to optimize energy use in commercial and residential high-rise buildings. This study examines creative scheduling and operational techniques with an emphasis on back-turn operations that improve operational efficiency and save energy in booster pump systems. In addition, the study demonstrates significant energy use savings while preserving system efficiency by examining water consumption trends in high-rise residential and commercial buildings. Over 24 h of back-turn operations key findings showed power usage reductions of up to 5.05% in residential units and 5.84% in commercial buildings. With the use of sophisticated control systems and real-time data monitoring, the back-turn operating approach dynamically modifies pump sequences to optimize efficiency. In addition to saving energy, this method prolongs the pump’s life by avoiding ineffective high-flow operations. The findings highlight the significance of strategic pump management as an economical and sustainable solution for urban water delivery systems, particularly in rapidly developing areas. Altogether, this study emphasizes the necessity of flexible management strategies to address energy inefficiencies, supporting the long-term expansion of urban infrastructure.https://www.jafmonline.net/article_2703_b62f8636646c4eabf10632cc823b4411.pdfbooster pumpspump schedulingenergy efficiencyoperational optimizationenergy savings
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Back-turn Approach for Optimal Operation of Booster Pump Systems
Journal of Applied Fluid Mechanics
booster pumps
pump scheduling
energy efficiency
operational optimization
energy savings
title Back-turn Approach for Optimal Operation of Booster Pump Systems
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title_sort back turn approach for optimal operation of booster pump systems
topic booster pumps
pump scheduling
energy efficiency
operational optimization
energy savings
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