Sprinkler and drip irrigation : theory and practice / V. Ravikumar.
Ravikumar, V.
2023
S613
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Title
Sprinkler and drip irrigation : theory and practice / V. Ravikumar.
Author
Ravikumar, V.
ISBN
9789811927751 (electronic bk.)
9811927758 (electronic bk.)
981192774X
9789811927744
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-2775-1
Publication Details
Singapore : Springer, [2023]
Language
English
Description
1 online resource (648 p.)
Item Number
10.1007/978-981-19-2775-1 doi
Call Number
S613
Dewey Decimal Classification
631.5/87
Summary
This textbook is a comprehensive volume on sprinklers and drip irrigation and covers all the basic and fundamentals concepts related to these topics. It is the first book to consider relative-flow-ratio as an evaluation criterion for both sprinkler and drip irrigation designs. It also discusses various types of sprinklers (used for irrigation), their complex layouts, design methodologies, selection criteria explained with practical examples, and their operations and maintenance under different conditions. In addition to operation and maintenance of drip irrigation components, the book also explains the drip irrigation hydraulics and various design aspects and the effect of the same on their performance. It also has one important chapter on Rhizosphere modelling which introduces the state-of-the-art technologies in optimal irrigation and fertigation scheduling. Worked out examples and solved problems in the chapters would aid to learning and understanding of the topic among the students. Given the contents, the book will be extremely useful for the undergraduate and postgraduate students of agriculture engineering, irrigation engineering and civil engineering. This textbook will also be useful for researchers, engineers and professionals working in these areas.
Note
Irrigation Scheduling Under Salinity
Bibliography, etc. Note
References and Further Reading -- Design of Periodic Move and Solid Set Sprinkler Systems -- Introduction -- Important Observations from This Problem -- Friction Loss Equation in Sprinkler Lateral for a Uniform Diameter Pipe -- Scallopi's Correction Factor for Christiansen's F -- Average Friction Loss -- Pressure Head Distribution in Sloping Laterals -- Design of Laterals -- Design of Submains -- Design of Main -- Summary -- Appendix -- Assessment -- References and Further Reading -- Selection of Pumps -- Introduction -- Reference States for Components for Energy -- Pump
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Sprinkler and Drip Irrigation
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Intro
Foreword
Preface
Acknowledgements
Contents
About the Author
Main Section
Sprinkler Irrigation Types and Components
Introduction
Advantages
Disadvantages
Classification of Sprinkler Irrigation Systems
Components of a Periodic Move Sprinkler Irrigation System
Pump
Pipes
Pipe Fittings
Sprinkler Heads
Valves
Control Valves
Air Release/Vacuum Breaker Valve
Non-return Valve
Pressure Relief Valve
Booster Pumps
Desilting Basins and Debris Screens
Summary
Assessment
References and Further Readings

Uniform Irrigation with Sprinklers
Introduction
Sprinkler Discharge Rate
Wetted Diameter
Spacing of Sprinkler Heads
Breaking of Jet
Application Rate
Application Efficiency
Sprinkler Head Selection
Uniformity Parameters
Design of Sprinklers Spacing
Summary
Assessment
References and Further Readings
Layout of Sprinkler Systems
Introduction
Maximum Area of Land Irrigated from a Water Source
Number of Sprinklers Operated at a Time (Nmax)
Time of Irrigation
Pressure Variation in a Lateral
Typical Layouts
Summary
Appendix
Assessment

Total Dynamic Head (TDH)
Power of Pump
Operating Characteristics of Pump
Net Positive Suction Head (NPSH)
Selection of Pump Using Manufacturer's Catalogue
Head Losses in Pipe Sections
Examining the Sufficiency of Existing Pump in the Field
Pumps in Parallel
Pumps in Series
Selecting a Suitable Diesel Engine for Pump
Summary
Assessment
References and Further Reading
Maintenance and Operation of Sprinkler Irrigation Systems
Introduction
Maintenance Tips for Sprinkler Irrigation System
Operation of SIS
System Characteristics

Matching the Impeller Speed and Diameter for Variable requirements
Changing the Speed of Rotation Alone
Changing the Diameter of Impeller Alone
Time of Sprinkler Operation
Soil Moisture Characteristics
Field Capacity
Permanent Wilting Point
Available Water Holding Capacity
Management Allowable Depletion (MAD)
Irrigation Scheduling
Plant Wilt Symptoms Method
Evapotranspiration Estimation Methods
Irrigation Requirements
Irrigation Depth
Gross Irrigation Depth
Irrigation Interval
Capacity of Pump
van-Genuchten's Equation

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