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Sudden pump trips, valve closures, and power failures can trigger severe transient pressures that threaten the safety and longevity of irrigation pipelines. This session provides a comprehensive introduction to transient (water hammer) analysis using OpenFlows HAMMER. Participants will learn how to simulate critical operating events, interpret transient results, and design effective mitigation strategies to protect irrigation infrastructure and ensure long term system reliability.

What you will learn: Fundamental concepts and engineering principles behind transient (water hammer) analysis. Preparing and configuring a hydraulic model specifically for transient simulation. Overview of surge protection devices and how to model them in HAMMER. Interpreting pressure waves, timing, and critical points using the Transient Results Viewer. Determining appropriate sizing and optimal placement of protection devices based on analysis outcomes.