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(2023)
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Summary: In this study, machine learning models coupled with resampling algorithms were developed and tested for soil temperature forecasting. The BA-KStar model performed the best for the 5 cm soil depth, while the DA-KStar model outperformed the others for the 50 cm soil depth. All hybrid models showed higher prediction capabilities compared to the linear regression model.
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Ole Oiene Smedegard, Bjorn Aas, Jorn Stene, Laurent Georges
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Yulong Yu, Hanyuan Zhang, Wei Peng, Ruiqi Wang, Chengdong Li
Summary: This paper proposes an images based deep learning model for fault diagnosis of AHU. The method extracts and ranks features using kernel slow feature analysis, transforms them into two-dimensional grayscale images, and uses convolutional neural networks (CNNs) for fault diagnosis.
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Summary: This paper proposed a LDAHU system assisted by liquid desiccant for efficient operation in both summer and winter, achieving energy savings and improved performance compared to traditional systems. The LDAHU system showed significant improvements in performance in both summer and winter compared to conventional systems, with long-term energy savings advantages.
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(2021)
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Gaetan Pavard, Aurelie Joubert, Yves Andres, Pierre Le Cann
Summary: This study investigates the evolution of filtration efficiency in an AHU fitted with bag filters over a 12-month period. The results show that the filtration efficiency remains constant throughout the study, while the filter pressure drop increases. The particulate filtration efficiency and microbial filtration efficiency are found to be quite comparable for a particle diameter.
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ENERGY AND BUILDINGS
(2024)