scholarly journals Assessing sprinkler irrigation uniformity using a ballistic simulation model

2006 ◽  
Vol 84 (1-2) ◽  
pp. 89-100 ◽  
Author(s):  
E. Playán ◽  
N. Zapata ◽  
J.M. Faci ◽  
D. Tolosa ◽  
J.L. Lacueva ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Simulation Model ◽  
Sprinkler Irrigation ◽  
Irrigation Uniformity

Variable-Rate Irrigation Uniformity Model for Linear-Move Sprinkler Systems

2021 ◽  
Vol 64 (4) ◽  
pp. 1295-1302
Author(s):  
Junping Liu ◽  
Umair Gull ◽  
Daniel H. Putnam ◽  
Isaya Kisekka
Keyword(s):  
Simulation Model ◽  
Irrigation System ◽  
Sprinkler Irrigation ◽  
Application Rate ◽  
List Type ◽  
Variable Rate ◽  
Irrigation Systems ◽  
Sprinkler Systems ◽  
Irrigation Uniformity ◽  
Variable Rate Irrigation

HighlightsUsing different nozzle sizes on a linear-move sprinkler irrigation system is a simple method for implementing VRI.This study established a variable-rate sprinkler irrigation model for a linear-move system with different nozzles.Uniformity parameters were predicted for different tests, and prediction accuracy ranged from 1.6% to 13.0%.The simulation model can be applied to other sprinkler systems with variable-rate irrigation.Abstract. Variable-rate irrigation (VRI) can vary the application rate by either changing the amount of water flowing through sprinkler nozzles (zone control) or varying the speed of a moving irrigation system across parts of a field, referred to as speed/sector control. The uniformity of sprinkler irrigation in each management zone under VRI directly affects crop growth and yield. The use of different nozzle diameters on a linear-move sprinkler irrigation system is a simple and affordable method for achieving VRI. There are few studies on modeling the uniformity of VRI on linear-move sprinkler irrigation systems. In this study, a cubic spline difference-value model was used to simulate the variable-rate water distribution and uniformity of a linear-move system. Nine tests were designed to evaluate VRI uniformity with different nozzle diameters. A simulation and corresponding field experiments were carried out. The application rate of the simulation model was higher than the experimental values because of wind drift. The uniformity coefficients of the simulation with nozzle diameters of 1.98, 2.97, and 4.17 mm in tests 1, 2, and 3 were 86.56%, 85.24%, and 79.94%, respectively. The uniformity coefficients of the VRI simulations with combinations of nozzle diameters in tests 4 through 9 were 76.89%, 80.70%, 76.67%, 69.58%, 76.64%, and 81.87%, respectively. The smallest error between the simulation and experiment was 1.6%, and the largest error was 13.0%. The simulation model and prediction method can be applied to other sprinkler irrigation systems. Keywords: Linear move, Simulation model, Sprinkler irrigation, Uniformity, VRI.

scholarly journals Analisisis Kinerja Sprinkler Mini Meganet 24 D Netafim Terhadap Variasi Debit dan Jarak Penempatan Sprinkler

2021 ◽  
pp. 186-195
Author(s):  
I Dewa Gede Jaya Negara ◽  
Ida Bagus Giri Putra ◽  
Anid Supriadi ◽  
Made Anggitha Dewi
Keyword(s):  
Data Analysis ◽  
Flow Rate ◽  
Sprinkler Irrigation ◽  
Irrigation Performance ◽  
Irrigation Uniformity

Currently, there are many efficient and effective sprinkler irrigation tools on the market, so it is necessary to be careful in choosing for irrigation. Among them, the Meganet 24D Netafim, including the type of irrigation tool, which still needs testing to know its performance. This study aims to examine the sprinkler irrigation performance of Meganet 24D Netafim, on variations in flow rate and distance between sprinklers, related to irrigation uniformity (CU) and irrigation radius (Rn). This test was carried out on an area of about 1 acre, at a flow rate of Q1=0.42/sec, Q2=0.51 l/sec, Q3=0.52/sec, Q4=0.56 and the test sprinkler distance, r1=2 ,5m, r2=3m,r3 = 3.5m and r4 = 4m. The results of data analysis are presented in the form of tables and graphs and concluded descriptively. The results showed that, in all variations of Q and sprinkler spacing r1, r2, r3 obtained irrigation uniformity (CU) above 85% which was classified as high, while in the r4, Q1 and Q2 tests, CU was obtained below 85% which was considered low. All discharge variations, showing irrigation radius (R) about 5 m. So at r4 sprinkler spacing, it is not recommended in irrigation applications.

Effect of Combination Factors of Operating Pressure, Nozzle Diameter and Riser Height on Sprinkler Irrigation Uniformity

2014 ◽  
Vol 695 ◽  
pp. 380-383 ◽  
Author(s):  
Manal Osman ◽  
Suhaimi B. Hassan ◽  
Khamaruzaman B. Wan Yusof
Keyword(s):  
Irrigation System ◽  
Sprinkler Irrigation ◽  
Nozzle Diameter ◽  
Operating Pressure ◽  
Irrigation Uniformity ◽  
Distribution Uniformity ◽  
Coefficient Of Uniformity ◽  
Riser Height ◽  
Design Factors ◽  
Pressure Nozzle

The irrigation uniformity of sprinkler irrigation system depends on many design factors such as nozzle type, nozzle diameter, operating pressure and riser height. An experimental study was performed to investigate the effect of combination factors of operating pressure, nozzle diameter and riser height on sprinkler irrigation uniformity. Different operating pressures, nozzle diameters and riser heights have been used. The irrigation uniformity coefficients such as coefficient of uniformity (CU) and distribution uniformity of low quarter (DUlq) have been studied. This study concluded that, the irrigation uniformity of sprinkler irrigation system was more affected by the combination of operating pressure, nozzle diameter and riser height.

Computer evaluation of sprinkler irrigation uniformity

1980 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 23-32 ◽  
Author(s):  
Y. Fukui ◽  
K. Nakanishi ◽  
S. Okamura
Keyword(s):  
Sprinkler Irrigation ◽  
Computer Evaluation ◽  
Irrigation Uniformity

Sprinkler irrigation uniformity and crop water productivity of barley in arid region

2015 ◽  
Vol 27 (10) ◽  
pp. 770 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mohamed ElWahed ◽  
Ayman Sabagh ◽  
Hirofoumi Saneoka ◽  
Abdelaziz Abdelkhalek ◽  
Celaleddin Barutçular
Keyword(s):  
Arid Region ◽  
Water Productivity ◽  
Sprinkler Irrigation ◽  
Crop Water ◽  
Crop Water Productivity ◽  
Irrigation Uniformity

scholarly journals A simplified method to improve water distribution and application uniformity for sprinkler irrigation on sloping land: adjustment of riser orientation

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Xin Hui ◽  
Haijun Yan ◽  
Lin Zhang ◽  
Junying Chen
Keyword(s):  
Soil Erosion ◽  
Water Distribution ◽  
Sprinkler Irrigation ◽  
Water Application ◽  
Irrigation Systems ◽  
Irrigation Projects ◽  
Irrigation Uniformity ◽  
Simplified Method ◽  
Investment Cost ◽  
Sloping Land

Abstract To improve the water application uniformity for sprinkler irrigation on sloping land, indoor tests were conducted on an artificial slope (slopes of 0, 0.05, 0.10 and 0.15) to evaluate the effects of two riser orientations, vertical (VO) and perpendicular (PO) to the slope, on the uniformity of sprinkler rotation, radius of throw, water distribution of an individual sprinkler and the overlapped water application uniformity (WAU). Compared with the VO, the PO could effectively improve the water distribution on sloping land and minimize the risk of soil erosion. Additionally, the PO was superior in the WAU, and a rectangular arrangement could dramatically enhance the WAU at smaller sprinkler spacing, while larger acceptable sprinkler spacing was accepted in a triangular arrangement. The riser orientation and sprinkler spacing had the most significant effect on the WAU, followed by the slope and sprinkler arrangement, suggesting that the adjustment of riser orientation or sprinkler spacing was helpful in improving the WAU. However, from the aspects of investment cost and installation convenience for irrigation projects, the method of PO was recommended. Therefore, when designing the sprinkler irrigation systems on the slope, choosing PO is the simplest and most effective way to achieve good irrigation uniformity.

scholarly journals Influence of lettuce as cover crop of the soil on sprinkler irrigation uniformity and parameters of efficiency

2009 ◽  
Vol 27 (3) ◽  
pp. 377-382 ◽  
Author(s):  
Patricia Angélica A Marques ◽  
Mário Alberto L Fonseca ◽  
Pedro V Baldotto
Keyword(s):  
Water Depth ◽  
Cover Crop ◽  
Sprinkler Irrigation ◽  
Bare Soil ◽  
Application Rate ◽  
Crop Cover ◽  
Uniformity Coefficient ◽  
Irrigation Uniformity ◽  
Irrigation Time ◽  
Average Water

The effect of lettuce as cover crop was evaluated on sprinkler irrigation uniformity and parameters of efficiency. The experiment was carried out in field at the Universidade do Oeste Paulista, in Presidente Prudente, São Paulo, Brazil, from August to October, 2006. One treatment was performed on bare soil and the other using lettuce cultivar Vera as cover crop, at the end of the cycle. The average water depth, application rate, uniformity of distribution coefficient, Christiansen uniformity coefficient, Hawaiian uniformity coefficient, as well as the statistical uniformity coefficient were evaluated. The following plant spacing were simulated: 12 x 12, 12 x 18, and 18 x 18 m. The highest water depth retained with lettuce crop cover, at the end of the cycle was 2.4 mm, applied when sprinklers were spaced at 12 x 12 m. The same occurred in the application rate with an average reduction of 43%. When the overlapping was performed, the crop cover did not influence the parameters of efficiency and uniformity, assuring the distribution of the irrigation depth. Neither treatment reached the expected rate concerning the water depth average or the application rate in the spaces. The treatment using cover crop presented the lowest value, with a water depth average below the intended amount. Therefore, the lettuce as cover crop promotes the reduction of applied water depth. Consequently, the irrigation time has to be increased to assure the expected water depth.

INFLUENCE OF COTTON CANOPY ON SPRINKLER IRRIGATION UNIFORMITY

1991 ◽  
Vol 34 (3) ◽  
pp. 0890-0896 ◽  
Author(s):  
J. E. Ayars ◽  
R. B. Hutmacher ◽  
R. A. Schoneman ◽  
D. R. Dettinger
Keyword(s):  
Sprinkler Irrigation ◽  
Irrigation Uniformity

scholarly journals Effects of Irrigation Nonuniformity on Nitrogen and Water Use Efficiencies in Shallow-rooted Vegetable Cropping Systems

HortScience ◽  
1997 ◽  
Vol 32 (3) ◽  
pp. 446B-446
Author(s):  
B. Sanden ◽  
L. Wu ◽  
J.P. Mitchell ◽  
L. Pan ◽  
R. Strohman
Keyword(s):  
Water Use ◽  
Irrigation Water ◽  
Water Distribution ◽  
Cropping Systems ◽  
Irrigation Management ◽  
Sprinkler Irrigation ◽  
Initial Stage ◽  
Irrigation Uniformity ◽  
Distribution Uniformity ◽  
Set Up

This research tests the hypothesis that decreasing lateral spacing from 45 to 35 feet in solid-set sprinkler systems increases the uniformity of irrigation water distribution and improves water and N fertilizer use efficiencies. Three different spacings between sprinkler laterals (35', 40', and 45') were set up in three blocks in a 60-acre commercial carrot field in Western Kern County in California's San Joaquin Valley. Determinations of irrigation water distribution uniformity, yields, crop water use, plant growth, and nitrate leaching were made. Mean sprinkler distribution uniformities (DU) were found to be 80.6%, 78.1%, and 86% for the 35-, 40-, and 45-ft spacings, respectively. Total carrot yield and quality did not differ significantly among the three spacings, corroborating the finding that irrigation uniformities were similar among the treatments. Although the three lateral spacings evaluated in this initial experiment did not result in major differences in irrigation uniformity, total yields, or quality, the findings of this initial stage of our research are significant. They point to the need for new assessments of currently used protocols for evaluating sprinkler irrigation management of water and nitrogen fertilizer if they can be confirmed by repeated trials in coming years.

scholarly journals Influence of rear nozzle on sprinkler irrigation uniformity

2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
Wieslaw Ptach ◽  
Stanislaw Rolbiecki ◽  
Roman Rolbiecki ◽  
Vilda Grybauskiene ◽  
Barbara Jagosz
Keyword(s):  
Sprinkler Irrigation ◽  
Irrigation Uniformity
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