Research Article
Dec 1969
Automation of Surface Irrigation Systems
Publication: Journal of the Irrigation and Drainage Division
Volume 95, Issue 4
Abstract
Two systems for automating surface irrigation are described. One uses pneumatic valves remotely controlled by tone telemetry to open and close turnouts at timed intervals. The other uses waterpowered cylinders activated by float valves to operate center pivot gates. Large fluidic diverters have also been evaluated for irrigation applications. The automation components can be adapted to furrow, border dike, and basin irrigated fields supplied by open ditches or buried pipelines. Several field systems have been installed and evaluated.
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Journal of the Irrigation and Drainage Division
Volume 95 • Issue 4 • December 1969
Pages: 503 - 516
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© 1969 American Society of Civil Engineers.
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Published in print: Dec 1969
Published online: Feb 11, 2021
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Howard R. Haise
Research Soil Scientist, USDA, Fort Collins, Colo
Gordon E. Kruse, AM.ASCE
Agricultural Engr., USDA, Fort Collins, Colo
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