LAI develops pipeline simulation models that address a wide range of infrastructure and deliverability concerns.  Steady state models reveal balanced pressure and flow conditions, and transient flow models capture network reactions to contingency events --both gas and electric.  We can assist ISOs with market function and administration concerns about long-term supply adequacy.  Our engineering and mathematical models can be used by ISOs to conduct contingency analyses of postulated line breaks or compression failures, particularly in regard to the impact of pressure transients on gas-fired generators.

LAI's team of experienced pipeline engineers can simulate steady state or transient flow conditions on an individual pipeline or across a network of pipelines, storage centers, and market hubs.

Our advanced modeling capabilities help clients understand:

	Infrastructure adequacy to meet regional gas requirements
	Resiliency of the pipeline(s) to withstand gas or electric contingencies
	Duration and likelihood of seasonal or peak-day bottlenecks
	Quality of primary firm versus secondary firm transportation entitlements
	Transient analyses of contingency events
	Need for on-site pressure boosting
	Pipeline imbalance procedures as well as risk mitigation options
	Option value of back-up fuels
	Technical study for expert testimony or litigation support