An overview of commonly used methodologies based on the artificial intelligence approach is provided with a special emphasis on neural networks, fuzzy logic, and genetic algorithms. A description of selected applications to building energy systems of AI approaches is outlined. In particular, methods using the artificial intelligence approach for the following applications are discussed: Prediction energy use for one building or a set of buildings (served by one utility), Modeling of building envelope heat transfer, Controlling central plants in buildings, and Fault detection and diagnostics for building energy systems.
Artificial neural networks as the data ruling components of future intelligent energy systems
