scholarly journals A critical review of theoretical models for estimating global so-lar radiation between 2012-2016 in Nigeria

2017 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
pp. 60 ◽  
Author(s):  
Samuel Nwokolo ◽  
Julie Ogbulezie
Keyword(s):  
Solar Radiation ◽  
Soft Computing ◽  
Fuzzy Inference ◽  
Theoretical Models ◽  
Global Solar Radiation ◽  
Empirical Models ◽  
Neural Network Models ◽  
Inference System ◽  
Input Parameters ◽  
Functional Forms

A routinely research of solar radiation is of vital requirement for surveys in agronomy, hydrology, ecology and sizing of the photovoltaic or thermal solar systems, solar architecture, molten salt power plant and supplying energy to natural processes like photosynthesis and estimates of their performances. However, measurement of global solar radiation is not available in most locations across in Nigeria. During the past 5 years in order to estimate global solar radiation on the horizontal surface on both daily and monthly mean daily basis, numerous empirical models have been developed for several locations in Nigeria. As a result, various input parameters have been utilized and different functional forms used. In this study aims at comparing, classifying and reviewing the empirical and soft computing models applied for estimating global solar radiation. The empirical models so far utilized were classified into eight main categories and presented based on the input parameters employed. The models were further reclassified into several main sub-classes and finally represented according to their developing year. On the whole, 145 empirical models and 42 functional forms, 8 artificial neural network models, 1 adaptive neural fuzzy inference system approach, and 1 Autoregressive Moving Average methods were recorded in literature for estimating global solar radiation in Nigeria. This review would provide solar-energy researchers in terms of identifying the input parameters and functional forms widely employed up until now as well as recognizing their importance for estimating global solar radiation using soft computing empirical models in several locations in Nigeria.

Review of empirical solar radiation models for estimating global solar radiation of various climate zones of China

2019 ◽  
Vol 44 (2) ◽  
pp. 168-188
Author(s):  
Shaban G Gouda ◽  
Zakia Hussein ◽  
Shuai Luo ◽  
Qiaoxia Yuan
Keyword(s):  
Solar Radiation ◽  
Solar Energy ◽  
Computational Cost ◽  
Energy Systems ◽  
Global Solar Radiation ◽  
Empirical Models ◽  
Dew Point ◽  
Machine Learning Techniques ◽  
Accurate Information ◽  
Input Parameters

Utilizing solar energy requires accurate information about global solar radiation (GSR), which is critical for designers and manufacturers of solar energy systems and equipment. This study aims to examine the literature gaps by evaluating recent predictive models and categorizing them into various groups depending on the input parameters, and comprehensively collect the methods for classifying China into solar zones. The selected groups of models include those that use sunshine duration, temperature, dew-point temperature, precipitation, fog, cloud cover, day of the year, and different meteorological parameters (complex models). 220 empirical models are analyzed for estimating the GSR on a horizontal surface in China. Additionally, the most accurate models from the literature are summarized for 115 locations in China and are distributed into the above categories with the corresponding solar zone; the ideal models from each category and each solar zone are identified. Comments on two important temperature-based models that are presented in this work can help the researchers and readers to be unconfused when reading the literature of these models and cite them in a correct method in future studies. Machine learning techniques exhibit performance GSR estimation better than empirical models; however, the computational cost and complexity should be considered at choosing and applying these techniques. The models and model categories in this study, according to the key input parameters at the corresponding location and solar zone, are helpful to researchers as well as to designers and engineers of solar energy systems and equipment.

scholarly journals A Comparative Study between Regression and Neural Networks for Modeling Al6082-T6 Alloy Drilling

Machines ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. 13 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nikolaos Karkalos ◽  
Nikolaos Efkolidis ◽  
Panagiotis Kyratsis ◽  
Angelos Markopoulos
Keyword(s):  
Neural Network ◽  
Neural Networks ◽  
Regression Model ◽  
Soft Computing ◽  
Regression Models ◽  
Fuzzy Inference ◽  
Process Conditions ◽  
Neural Network Models ◽  
Inference System ◽  
Computing Models

Apart from experimental research, the development of accurate and efficient models is considerably important in the field of manufacturing processes. Initially, regression models were significantly popular for this purpose, but later, the soft computing models were proven as a viable alternative to the established models. However, the effectiveness of soft computing models can be often dependent on the size of the experimental dataset, and it can be lower compared to that of the regression models for a small-sized dataset. In the present study, it is intended to conduct a comparison of the performance of various neural network models, such as the Multi-layer Perceptron (MLP), the Radial Basis Function Neural Network (RBF-NN), and the Adaptive Neuro-Fuzzy Inference System (ANFIS) models with the performance of a multiple regression model. For the development of the models, data from drilling experiments on an Al6082-T6 workpiece for various process conditions are employed, and the performance of models related to thrust force (Fz) and cutting torque (Mz) is assessed based on several criteria. From the analysis, it was found that the MLP models were superior to the other neural networks model and the regression model, as they were able to achieve a relatively lower prediction error for both models of Fz and Mz.

scholarly journals The Prediction of Solar Radiation for Five Meteorological Stations in Libya Using Adaptive Neuro-Fuzzy Inference System (ANFIS)

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Muna A Alzukrah ◽  
Yosof M Khalifa
Keyword(s):  
Solar Radiation ◽  
Fuzzy Inference System ◽  
Fuzzy Inference ◽  
Fuzzy Model ◽  
Global Solar Radiation ◽  
Percentage Error ◽  
Data Set ◽  
Inference System ◽  
Energy Applications ◽  
Neuro Fuzzy

The prediction of solar radiation is very important tool in climatology, hydrology and energy applications, as it permits estimating solar data for locations where measurements are not available. In this paper, an adaptive neuro-fuzzy inference system (ANFIS) is presented to predict the monthly global solar radiation on a horizontal surface in Libya. The real meteorological solar radiation data from 5 stations for the period of 1982 - 2009 with diffrent latitudes and longitudes were used in the current study. The data set is divided into two subsets; the fist is used for training and the latter is used for testing the model. (ANFIS) combines fuzzy logic and neural network techniques that are used in order to gain more effiency. The statistical performance parameters such as root mean square error (RMSE), mean absolute percentage error (MAPE) and the coeffient of effiency (E) were calculated to check the adequacy of the model. On the basis of coeffient of effiency, as well as the scatter diagrams and the error modes, the predicted results indicate that the neuro-fuzzy model gives reasonable results: accuracy of about 92% - 96% and the RMSE ranges between 0.22 - 0.35 kW.hr/m2/day

Modeling Ultraviolet Protection Factor of Polyester-Cotton Blended Woven Fabrics Using Soft Computing Approaches

2014 ◽  
Vol 9 (3) ◽  
pp. 155892501400900 ◽  
Author(s):  
Piyali Hatua ◽  
Abhijit Majumdar ◽  
Apurba Das
Keyword(s):  
Soft Computing ◽  
Fuzzy Inference ◽  
Woven Fabrics ◽  
Good Prediction ◽  
Protection Factor ◽  
Inference System ◽  
Ultraviolet Protection Factor ◽  
Good Prediction Accuracy ◽  
Input Parameters ◽  
Ultraviolet Protection

Ultraviolet protection factor (UPF) of woven fabrics is modeled by using two soft computing approaches, namely adaptive network based fuzzy inference system (ANFIS) and artificial neural network (ANN). Three fabric parameters: proportion of polyester in weft yarns, weft count, and pick density are used as input parameters for predicting fabric UPF. Two levels (low and high) of membership function for each of the input parameters are used to reduce the complexity of ANFIS. The eight linguistic fuzzy rules trained by ANFIS are able to explain the relationship between fabric parameters and UPF. A comparison between ANFIS and ANN models is also presented. Both the models predict the UPF of fabrics with very good prediction accuracy in the testing data sets.

scholarly journals A Soft Computing Approach to Crack Detection and Impact Source Identification with Field-Programmable Gate Array Implementation

2013 ◽  
Vol 2013 ◽  
pp. 1-12 ◽  
Author(s):  
Arati M. Dixit ◽  
Harpreet Singh
Keyword(s):  
Fuzzy Logic ◽  
Soft Computing ◽  
Fuzzy Inference System ◽  
Source Identification ◽  
Field Programmable Gate Array ◽  
Crack Detection ◽  
Fuzzy Inference ◽  
Inference System ◽  
Field Programmable ◽  
Computing Approach

The real-time nondestructive testing (NDT) for crack detection and impact source identification (CDISI) has attracted the researchers from diverse areas. This is apparent from the current work in the literature. CDISI has usually been performed by visual assessment of waveforms generated by a standard data acquisition system. In this paper we suggest an automation of CDISI for metal armor plates using a soft computing approach by developing a fuzzy inference system to effectively deal with this problem. It is also advantageous to develop a chip that can contribute towards real time CDISI. The objective of this paper is to report on efforts to develop an automated CDISI procedure and to formulate a technique such that the proposed method can be easily implemented on a chip. The CDISI fuzzy inference system is developed using MATLAB’s fuzzy logic toolbox. A VLSI circuit for CDISI is developed on basis of fuzzy logic model using Verilog, a hardware description language (HDL). The Xilinx ISE WebPACK9.1i is used for design, synthesis, implementation, and verification. The CDISI field-programmable gate array (FPGA) implementation is done using Xilinx’s Spartan 3 FPGA. SynaptiCAD’s Verilog Simulators—VeriLogger PRO and ModelSim—are used as the software simulation and debug environment.

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