Utility Network
Definition
A utility network is a topological model that represents how utility assets connect to deliver services—electric circuits, pressure zones, sewer gravity systems, and fiber routes. It encodes devices, terminals, phases or pressure states, containment (equipment inside structures), and rules that govern valid connections. The model enables tracing (upstream/downstream, isolation), load flow analysis, and scenario planning for outages or upgrades.
Application
Utilities use the network for switching plans, leak and outage localization, resilience studies, and customer impact analysis. Developers build operational dashboards and work-management tools on top of the network model.
FAQ
How do terminal configurations improve realism?
Devices with multiple terminals (e.g., switches) enforce correct flow paths and phase connectivity, preventing erroneous traces.
What’s the value of subnetworks?
Subnetworks represent feeders or pressure districts; validating them ensures integrity and supports performance metrics per operational area.
How should editing be governed?
Use versioned workflows, QA rules, and role-based permissions; changes to topology should be reviewed before promotion to production.
When is a simplified diagram view necessary?
Complex geometry obscures logic; schematic diagrams clarify connectivity for operators while staying linked to spatial truth.
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