Optimal design of the pipeline right-of-way nearby high voltage transmission lines using genetic algorithms

Underground or above ground metallic pipeline placed in the vicinity of high voltage transmission lines are exposed to AC electromagnetic interference effects. Therefore, at design stage one should determine the proper pipeline right-of-way in order to minimize the level of induced AC current and voltages due to electromagnetic coupling effects, and in the same time to reduce construction costs. A genetic algorithm based pipeline right-of-way optimization tool box has been implemented in the InterfStud EMI software application, developed by the authors. Two different, underground pipeline next to overhead power line, case studies are analysed to test the implemented optimization tool box.