Modeling and Design Optimization of Looped Water Distribution Networks using MS Excel: Developing the Open-Source X-WHAT Model
Published in Water Resources Management, 2026
This paper presents an open spreadsheet model for simulating and optimizing looped water-distribution networks. The model makes the governing equations visible and supports both engineering design and teaching.
Recommended citation: Gomes Jr., M. N., Elsherif, S. M., Benites, I. M., Taha, A. F., and Giacomoni, M. H. (2026). Modeling and Design Optimization of Looped Water Distribution Networks using MS Excel: Developing the Open-Source X-WHAT Model. Water Resources Management, 40, 514. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11269-026-04817-7
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