Elad is an active member in international and and local (Israeli) research projects. The outcome of some of these project are reflected in the publication section.To name a few:
Battle of the Water Sensor Networks
The Battle of the Water Sensor Networks (BWSN) will objectively compare the performance of contributed sensor network designs, consisting of a set of sensor locations. Independent research teams and practicing engineers will contribute their designs for two different water distribution networks. Each team will be asked to develop designs according to a precise set of rules to facilitate design comparisons. These rules specify the design performance metrics, the characteristics of contamination events, and the detection technology used to raise an alarm.
(part of WDSA2006, web)
Water Security Using Online Contamination Monitoring
Pipe networks may be highly vulnerable to a deliberate terrorist contamination injection that can spread throughout the system. This project aims to a) develop and apply a methodology for optimally locating sensors b)develop and apply a methodology for identifying the sources of pollution c)develop and apply a methodology for pollutant containment d) develop and apply analytical tools for on-line monitoring to detect and destroy particulates in drinking water, and e) develop and apply a new technology for bacterial identification and typing in drinking water.
(NATO project number: CBD.MD.SFP 981456, web)
POWADIMA
The aim of the POWADIMA research project is to establish the feasibility of introducing optimal, real-time control of water distribution networks. Since demand is fluctuating continually, it is necessary to adjust the control apparatus frequently if optimal or near-optimal control is to be achieved. The objective function is to meet the forecast demands at minimal operating cost, subject to operational constraints such as statutory minimum pressure, minimum acceptable flow to avoid stagnation etc. This implies minimizing pumping costs which are the largest component of the operating cost (hence the acronym POWADIMA).
(European Commission Fifth Framework, Contract NO. EVK1-CT-2000-00084, web)
