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Table 5 Machine learning optimized sedimentation tank dimensions

From: Machine learning model for the optimization and kinetics of petroleum industry effluent treatment using aluminum sulfate

RF model

turbidity

Dosage

(g/L)

pH

Settling time

(Minutes)

Residual concentration

(mg/L)

Residual

(NTU

Optimum conditions

0.1

10

30

24

10

Theoretical sedimentation tank geometry

    

Value

Number of unit

    

1.00

Tank height (H)

    

1.20 m

Sludge height (H0)

    

1.30 m

Height of settling zone (HS)

    

0.16 m

Tank width (W)

    

1.50 m

Length of tank (L)

    

5.40 m

Tank surface area (A)

    

8.10 m2

Volumetric flow rate (Q)

    

1000 m3/s

Detention time (t)

    

3600 s