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Discrete Meta-Simulation of Silage Based on RSM and GA-BP-GA Optimization Parameter Calibration
Gonghao Li, Juan Ma, Xiang Tian, Chao Zhao, Shiguan An, Rui Guo, Bin Feng, Jie Zhang
February 10, 2024 (v1)
Keywords: BP neural network, discrete element method, Genetic Algorithm, parameter calibration, response surface method, silage
The EDEM software (Altair EDEM 2022.0 professional version 8.0.0) was used to create a discrete element model of silage to address the lack of silage evidence parameters and contact parameters between silage and conveying equipment when using the discrete element method to simulate and analyze crucial aspects of silage conveying and feeding. Physical tests and simulations were used to calibrate the significant parameters, and the silage stacking angle obtained from simulation and tests was then validated. The response value of the stacking angle (38.65°) obtained from the physical examination was used as the response value. The response surface (RSM) finding and the GA finding based on the genetic algorithm (GA) artificial neural network (BP) model were used to compare the significance parameters. The PB and steepest climb tests were used to screen the significant factors. Results indicate that the static friction coefficient between silage and silage, the rolling friction coefficient... [more]
Research on Optimization Algorithm of AGV Scheduling for Intelligent Manufacturing Company: Taking the Machining Shop as an Example
Chao Wu, Yongmao Xiao, Xiaoyong Zhu
November 30, 2023 (v1)
Keywords: automatic guided vehicle, Genetic Algorithm, intelligent manufacturing shop, machining shop, scheduling optimization algorithm
Intelligent manufacturing workshop uses automatic guided vehicles as an important logistics and transportation carrier, and most of the existing research adopts the intelligent manufacturing workshop layout and Automated Guided Vehicle (AGV) path step-by-step optimization, which leads to problems such as low AGV operation efficiency and inability to achieve the optimal layout. For this reason, a smart manufacturing assembly line layout optimization model considering AGV path planning with the objective of minimizing the amount of material flow and the shortest AGV path is designed for the machining shop of a discrete manufacturing enterprise of a smart manufacturing company. Firstly, the information of the current node, the next node and the target node is added to the heuristic information, and the dynamic adjustment factor is added to make the heuristic information guiding in the early stage and the pheromone guiding in the later stage of iteration; secondly, the Laplace distribution... [more]
Optimization of Cost−Carbon Reduction−Technology Solution for Existing Office Parks Based on Genetic Algorithm
Zhenlan Dou, Lu Jin, Yinhui Chen, Zishuo Huang
September 21, 2023 (v1)
Subject: Optimization
Keywords: carbon reduction, cost benefits, existing office parks, Genetic Algorithm, retrofit, whole life cycle
With limited investment costs, how to fully utilize the carbon-reduction capacity of a campus in terms of buildings, equipment, and energy is an important issue when realizing the low-carbon retrofit of office parks. To this end, this paper establishes a mathematical optimization model for the decarbonization-based retrofit of existing office parks, based on the genetic algorithm, taking into account the relationship between cost, energy-consumption, and carbon-emissions, and taking the maximum carbon reduction of the park over its whole life as the optimization goal. The validity of the model was verified in conjunction with a case study of an office park in Nanchang, China. The case study shows that, compared with current typical parks, the carbon reduction through an office park’s decarbonization retrofit has a non-linear correlation with the investment cost, and when the total investment cost of the park is above CNY 60 million, the increase in carbon reduction with the increase in... [more]
Intelligent Optimization Design of Distillation Columns Using Surrogate Models Based on GA-BP
Lixiao Ye, Nan Zhang, Guanghui Li, Dungang Gu, Jiaqi Lu, Yuhang Lou
September 21, 2023 (v1)
Keywords: BP neural network, distillation column, Genetic Algorithm, intelligent design, life cycle assessment, surrogate modeling
The design of distillation columns significantly impacts the economy, energy consumption, and environment of chemical processes. However, optimizing the design of distillation columns is a very challenging problem. In order to develop an intelligent technique to obtain the best design solution, improve design efficiency, and minimize reliance on experience in the design process, a design methodology based on the GA-BP model is proposed in this paper. Firstly, a distillation column surrogate model is established using the back propagation neural network technique based on the training data from the rigorous simulation, which covers all possible changes in feed conditions, operating conditions, and design parameters. The essence of this step is to turn the distillation design process from model-driven to data-driven. Secondly, the model takes the minimum TAC as the objective function and performs the optimization search using a Genetic Algorithm to obtain the design solution with the min... [more]
Observer-Based Control of Inductive Wireless Power Transfer System Using Genetic Algorithm
Mahmoud Abdelrahim, Dhafer Almakhles
July 13, 2023 (v1)
Keywords: eigenstructure assignment, Genetic Algorithm, linear quadratic regulator, wireless power transfer
In this paper, we studied the feedback stabilization of an inductive power transfer system based on available output measurement. The proposed controller relies on a full-order state observer in order to estimate the unmeasured state. The control design problem is challenging due to the large dimension of the closed-loop system, which requires too many tuning parameters to be determined when conventional control methods are employed. To solve this issue, we propose an LQR methodology based on a genetic algorithm such that the weighing coefficients of the cost function matrices can be automatically computed in an optimized manner. The proposed approach combines the method of eigenstructure assignment and the LQR technique in order to design both the controller and the observer gain matrices. The design methodology provides a systematic way to compute the parameters of the LQR technique for a wireless power transfer system in an optimized manner, which can be a useful design tool for man... [more]
Matrix Non-Structural Model and Its Application in Heat Exchanger Network without Stream Split
Dinghao Li, Jingde Wang, Wei Sun, Nan Zhang
July 13, 2023 (v1)
Subject: Optimization
Keywords: Genetic Algorithm, heat exchanger network synthesis, matrix real-coded, non-structural model, Optimization
Heat integration by a heat exchanger network (HEN) is an important topic in chemical process system synthesis. From the perspective of optimization, the simultaneous synthesis of HEN belongs to a mixed-integer and nonlinear programming problem. Both the stage-wise superstructure (SWS) model and the chessboard model are the most widely adopted and belong to structural models, in which a framework is assumed for stream matching, and the global optimal solution outside its feasible domain may be defined by the framework. A node-wise non-structural model (NW-NSM) is proposed to find more universal stream matching options, but it requires a mass of structural variables and extra multiple correction strategies. The aim of this paper is to develop a novel matrix non-structural model (M-NSM) for HEN without stream splits from the perspectives of global optimization methods and superstructure models. In the proposed M-NSM, the heat exchanger position order is quantized by matrix elements at eac... [more]
A Novel Hybrid Approach for Modeling and Optimisation of Phosphoric Acid Production through the Integration of AspenTech, SciLab Unit Operation, Artificial Neural Networks and Genetic Algorithm
Marko Pavlović, Jelena Lubura, Lato Pezo, Milada Pezo, Oskar Bera, Predrag Kojić
July 7, 2023 (v1)
Keywords: artificial neural network, Aspen, Genetic Algorithm, multi-objective optimization, phosphoric acid, UCEGO filter
The purpose of the study was to identify and predict the optimized parameters for phosphoric acid production. This involved modeling the crystal reactor, UCEGO filter (as a detailed model of the filter is not available in Aspen Plus or other simulation software), and acid separator using Sci-Lab to develop Cape-Open models. The simulation was conducted using Aspen Plus and involved analyzing 10 different phosphates with varying qualities and fractions of P2O5 and other minerals. After a successful simulation, a sensitivity analysis was conducted by varying parameters such as capacity, filter speed, vacuum, particle size, water temperature for washing the filtration cake, flow of recycled acid and strong acid from the separator below the filter, flow of slurry to reactor 1, temperature in reactors, and flow of H2SO4, resulting in nearly one million combinations. To create an algorithm for predicting process parameters and the maximal extent of recovering H3PO4 from slurry, ANN models we... [more]
Design Optimization of Counter-Flow Double-Pipe Heat Exchanger Using Hybrid Optimization Algorithm
B. Venkatesh, Mudassir Khan, Bayan Alabduallah, Ajmeera Kiran, J. Chinna Babu, B. Bhargavi, Fatimah Alhayan
July 4, 2023 (v1)
Subject: Optimization
Keywords: double-pipe heat exchanger, Genetic Algorithm, gray
Double-pipe counter-flow heat exchangers are considered more suitable for heat recovery in the heat transfer industry. Numerous studies have been conducted to develop static tools for optimizing operating parameters of heat exchangers. Using this study, an improved heat exchanger system will be developed. This is frequently used to solve optimization problems and find optimal solutions. The Taguchi method determines the critical factor affecting a specific performance parameter of the heat exchanger by identifying the significant level of the factor affecting that parameter. Gray relational analysis was adopted to determine the gray relational grade to represent the multi-factor optimization model, and the heat exchanger gray relation coefficient target values that were predicted have been achieved using ANN with a back propagation model with the Levenberg−Marquardt drive algorithm. The genetic algorithm improved the accuracy of the gray relational grade by assigning gray relational co... [more]
Study on the Skeleton Mechanism of Second-Generation Biofuels Derived from Platform Molecules
Weiwei Fan, Aichun Du, Gang Liu, Qing Liu, Yuan Gao
July 4, 2023 (v1)
Keywords: biomass fuel, Genetic Algorithm, skeleton mechanism
This paper focuses on the combustion mechanism of furan-based fuels synthesized from lignocellulose. The fuel is a binary alternative fuel consisting of 2-methylfuran and 2,5-dimethylfuran derived from furfural. The key reactions affecting the combustion mechanism of this fuel were identified via path analysis, and the initial reaction kinetic mechanism was constructed using a decoupling methodology. Then, a genetic algorithm was used to optimize the initial mechanism. The final skeleton mechanism consisted of 67 species and 228 reactions. By comparing experimental data on ignition delay, component concentration, and laminar flame velocity under a wide range of conditions over various fundamental reactors, it was shown that the mechanism has the ability to predict the combustion process of this fuel well.
Study on the Optimal Double-Layer Electrode for a Non-Aqueous Vanadium-Iron Redox Flow Battery Using a Machine Learning Model Coupled with Genetic Algorithm
Qiang Ma, Wenxuan Fu, Jinhua Xu, Zhiqiang Wang, Qian Xu
June 9, 2023 (v1)
Keywords: 3D finite-element numerical simulation, artificial neural network, DES electrolyte, Genetic Algorithm, gradient porous electrode, Machine Learning, operational performance, redox flow battery, vanadium-iron
To boost the operational performance of a non-aqueous DES electrolyte-based vanadium-iron redox flow battery (RFB), our previous work proposed a double-layer porous electrode spliced by carbon paper and graphite felt. However, this electrode’s architecture still needs to be further optimized under different operational conditions. Hence, this paper proposes a multi-layer artificial neural network (ANN) model to predict the relationship between vanadium-iron RFB’s performance and double-layer electrode structural characteristics. A training dataset of ANN is generated by three-dimensional finite-element numerical simulations of the galvanostatic discharging process. In addition, a genetic algorithm (GA) is coupled to an ANN regression training process for optimizing the model parameters to elevate the accuracy of ANN prediction. The novelty of this work lies in this modified optimal method of a double-layer electrode for non-aqueous RFB driven by a machine learning (ML) model coupled wi... [more]
Method of Site Selection and Capacity Setting for Battery Energy Storage System in Distribution Networks with Renewable Energy Sources
Simin Peng, Liyang Zhu, Zhenlan Dou, Dandan Liu, Ruixin Yang, Michael Pecht
May 24, 2023 (v1)
Keywords: battery energy storage system, Genetic Algorithm, simulated annealing algorithm, site selection and capacity setting
The reasonable allocation of the battery energy storage system (BESS) in the distribution networks is an effective method that contributes to the renewable energy sources (RESs) connected to the power grid. However, the site and capacity of BESS optimized by the traditional genetic algorithm is usually inaccurate. In this paper, a power grid node load, which includes the daily load of wind power and solar energy, was studied. Aiming to minimize the average daily distribution networks loss with the power grid node load connected with RESs, a site selection and capacity setting model of BESS was built. To solve this model, a modified simulated annealing genetic algorithm was developed. In the developed method, the crossover probability and the mutation probability were modified by a double-threshold mutation probability control, which helped this genetic method to avoid trapping in local optima. Moreover, the cooling mechanism of simulated annealing method was presented to accelerate the... [more]
Recent Trends in Additive Manufacturing and Topology Optimization of Reluctance Machines
Shahid Hussain, Ants Kallaste, Toomas Vaimann
May 23, 2023 (v1)
Subject: Materials
Keywords: additive manufacturing, binder jetting, Genetic Algorithm, level set, material density, ON-OFF method, power bed fusion, soft magnetic materials, switch reluctance machine, synchronous reluctance machine, topology optimization
Additive manufacturing (AM) or 3D printing has opened up new opportunities for researchers in the field of electrical machines, as it allows for more flexibility in design and faster prototyping, which can lead to more efficient and cost-effective production. An overview of the primary AM techniques utilized for designing electrical machines is presented in this paper. AM enables the creation of complex and intricate designs that are difficult or impossible to achieve using traditional methods. Topology Optimization (TO) can be used to optimize the design of parts for various purposes such as weight, thermal, material usage and structural performance. This paper primarily concentrates on the most recent studies of the AM and TO of the reluctance machines. The integration of AM with TO can enhance the design and fabrication process of magnetic components in electrical machines by overcoming current manufacturing limitations and enabling the exploration of new design possibilities. The t... [more]
Research on Optimization of Profile Parameters in Screw Compressor Based on BP Neural Network and Genetic Algorithm
Tao Wang, Qiang Qi, Wei Zhang, Dengyi Zhan
May 23, 2023 (v1)
Keywords: BP neural network, Genetic Algorithm, geometric characteristics, screw compressor
In order to accurately calculate the geometric characteristics of the twin-screw compressor and obtain the optimal profile parameters, a calculation method for the geometric characteristics of twin-screw compressors was proposed to simplify the profile parameter design in this paper. In this method, the database of geometric characteristics is established by back-propagation (BP) neural network, and the genetic algorithm is used to find the optimal profile design parameters. The effects of training methods and hidden layers on the calculation accuracy of neural network are discussed. The effects of profile parameters, including inner radius of the male rotor, protection angle, radius of the elliptic arc, outer radius of the female rotor on the comprehensive evaluation value composed of length of the contact line, blow hole area and area utilization rate, are analyzed. The results show that the time consumed for the database established by BP neural network is 92.8% shorter than that of... [more]
Complicated Time-Constrained Project Scheduling Problems in Water Conservancy Construction
Song Zhang, Xiaokang Song, Liang Shen, Lichun Xu
April 28, 2023 (v1)
Keywords: Genetic Algorithm, project scheduling, resource-constrained, water conservancy
Water conservancy project scheduling is an extension to the classic resource-constrained project scheduling problem (RCPSP). It is limited by special time constraints called “forbidden time windows” during which certain activities cannot be executed. To address this issue, a specific RCPSP model is proposed, and an approach is designated for it which incorporates both a priority rule-based heuristic algorithm to obtain an acceptable solution, and a hybrid genetic algorithm to further improve the quality of the solution. In the genetic algorithm, we introduce a new crossover operator for the forbidden time window and adopt double justification and elitism strategies. Finally, we conduct simulated experiments on a project scheduling problem library to compare the proposed algorithm with other priority-rule based heuristics, and the results demonstrate the superiority of our algorithm.
Risk Assessment of Immersed Tube Tunnel Construction
Sihui Dong, Shiqun Li, Fei Yu, Kang Wang
April 28, 2023 (v1)
Keywords: analytic hierarchy process, cloud model theory, Genetic Algorithm, risk assessment, risk control, tunnel construction by immersed tube method
Due to the complexity of risk factors in constructing immersed tube tunnels, it is impossible to accurately identify risks. To solve this problem, and the uncertainty and fuzziness of risk factors, a risk assessment method for immersed tube tunnel construction was proposed based on WBS-RBS (Work Breakdown Structure-Risk Breakdown Structure), improved AHP (analytic hierarchy process), and cloud model theory. WBS-RBS was used to analyze the risk factors of immersed tube tunnel construction from the aspects of the construction process and 4M1E, and built a more comprehensive and accurate construction risk index system. The weight of each index was calculated by the improved AHP of a genetic algorithm. The cloud model theory was used to build the cloud map of risk assessment for immersed tunnel construction and evaluate construction risk. Taking the Dalian Bay subsea tunnel project as an example, the risk assessment method of immersed tunnel construction was verified. The results showed th... [more]
Optimisation of a Multi-Element Airfoil for a Fixed-Wing Airborne Wind Energy System
Agustí Porta Ko, Sture Smidt, Roland Schmehl, Manoj Mandru
April 28, 2023 (v1)
Keywords: aerodynamic design, airborne wind energy, Computational Fluid Dynamics, Genetic Algorithm, MSES, multi-element airfoil, OpenFOAM, optimisation
Airborne wind energy systems benefit from high-lift airfoils to increase power output. This paper proposes an optimisation approach for a multi-element airfoil of a fixed-wing system operated in pumping cycles to drive a drum-generator module on the ground. The approach accounts for the different design objectives of the tethered kite’s alternating production and return phases. The airfoil shape is first optimised for the production phase and then adapted for the requirements of the return phase by modifying the flap setting. The optimisation uses the multi-objective genetic algorithm NSGA-II in combination with the fast aerodynamic solver MSES. Once the optimal shape is determined, the aerodynamic performance is verified through CFD RANS simulations with OpenFOAM. The resulting airfoil achieves satisfactory performance for the production and return phases of the pumping cycles, and the CFD verification shows a fairly good agreement in terms of the lift coefficient. However, MSES signi... [more]
Propane Pre-Reforming into Methane-Rich Gas over Ni Catalyst: Experiment and Kinetics Elucidation via Genetic Algorithm
Sergey I. Uskov, Dmitriy I. Potemkin, Leniza V. Enikeeva, Pavel V. Snytnikov, Irek M. Gubaydullin, Vladimir A. Sobyanin
April 27, 2023 (v1)
Keywords: Genetic Algorithm, kinetics, liquefied petroleum gas, nickel catalyst, pre-reforming, propane
Pre-reforming of propane was studied over an industrial nickel-chromium catalyst under pressures of 1 and 5 bar, at a low steam to carbon molar ratio of 1, in the temperature range of 220−380 °C and at flow rates of 4000 and 12,000 h−1. It was shown that propane conversion proceeded more efficiently at low pressure (1 atm) and temperatures above 350 °C. A genetic algorithm was applied to search for kinetic parameters better fitting experimental results in such a wide range of experimental conditions. Power law and Langmuir−Hinshelwood kinetics were considered. It was shown that only Langmuir−Hinshelwood type kinetics correctly described the experimental data and could be used to simulate the process of propane pre-reforming and predict propane conversion under the given reaction conditions. The significance of Langmuir−Hinshelwood kinetics increases under high pressure and temperatures below 350 °C.
Optimization of a Small Wind Turbine for a Rural Area: A Case Study of Deniliquin, New South Wales, Australia
Nour Khlaifat, Ali Altaee, John Zhou, Yuhan Huang, Ali Braytee
April 25, 2023 (v1)
Keywords: aerodynamic, computational fluid dynamics (CFD), Genetic Algorithm, horizontal-axis wind turbine (HAWT), Optimization
The performance of a wind turbine is affected by wind conditions and blade shape. This study aimed to optimize the performance of a 20 kW horizontal-axis wind turbine (HAWT) under local wind conditions at Deniliquin, New South Wales, Australia. Ansys Fluent (version 18.2, Canonsburg, PA, USA) was used to investigate the aerodynamic performance of the HAWT. The effects of four Reynolds-averaged Navier−Stokes turbulence models on predicting the flows under separation condition were examined. The transition SST model had the best agreement with the NREL CER data. Then, the aerodynamic shape of the rotor was optimized to maximize the annual energy production (AEP) in the Deniliquin region. Statistical wind analysis was applied to define the Weibull function and scale parameters which were 2.096 and 5.042 m/s, respectively. The HARP_Opt (National Renewable Energy Laboratory, Golden, CO, USA) was enhanced with design variables concerning the shape of the blade, rated rotational speed, and pi... [more]
Equipping Seasonal Exponential Smoothing Models with Particle Swarm Optimization Algorithm for Electricity Consumption Forecasting
Changrui Deng, Xiaoyuan Zhang, Yanmei Huang, Yukun Bao
April 21, 2023 (v1)
Subject: Optimization
Keywords: electricity consumption forecasting, Genetic Algorithm, grid search method, particle swarm optimization algorithm, seasonal exponential smoothing models
Electricity consumption forecasting plays an important role in investment planning of electricity infrastructure, and in electricity production/generation and distribution. Accurate electricity consumption prediction over the mid/long term is of great interest to both practitioners and academics. Considering that monthly electricity consumption series usually show an obvious seasonal variation due to their inherent nature subject to temperature during the year, in this paper, seasonal exponential smoothing (SES) models were employed as the modeling technique, and the particle swarm optimization (PSO) algorithm was applied to find a set of near-optimal smoothing parameters. Quantitative and comprehensive assessments were performed with two real-world electricity consumption datasets on the basis of prediction accuracy and computational cost. The experimental results indicated that (1) whether the accuracy measure or the elapsed time was considered, the PSO performed better than grid sea... [more]
Optimal Solution for an Energy Efficient Construction of a Ventilated Façade Obtained by a Genetic Algorithm
Saša M. Kalinović, Dejan I. Tanikić, Jelena M. Djoković, Ružica R. Nikolić, Branislav Hadzima, Robert Ulewicz
April 20, 2023 (v1)
Subject: Materials
Keywords: decrement factor, Genetic Algorithm, material unit price, phase delay, specific mass
To design a residential or commercial building with high energy performance that would be economical at the same time, an analysis was performed that relates these two aspects of the problem. The first aspect is focused on evaluation of the thermal performance of a multi-layered wall in order to achieve the lowest energy consumption for heating and cooling. The second aspect of the analysis covered the choice of materials (type, thickness and price) so that the building has the lowest possible construction costs, but the best achieved thermal comfort. The three types of external walls with the same structure were analyzed in this paper. The lowest and highest values of the layer thickness offered by the manufacturer were chosen and their dynamic characteristics for the heat transfer were calculated. The following step was to perform optimization of the objective function, which was defined by the unit price of the material per mass of the material, that is, the economical aspect was pr... [more]
A Novel DSP-Based MPPT Control Design for Photovoltaic Systems Using Neural Network Compensator
Ming-Fa Tsai, Chung-Shi Tseng, Kuo-Tung Hung, Shih-Hua Lin
April 20, 2023 (v1)
Keywords: Genetic Algorithm, maximum-power-point tracking, neural network compensator, photovoltaic system
In this study, based on the slope of power versus voltage, a novel maximum-power-point tracking algorithm using a neural network compensator was proposed and implemented on a TI TMS320F28335 digital signal processing chip, which can easily process the input signals conversion and the complex floating-point computation on the neural network of the proposed control scheme. Because the output power of the photovoltaic system is a function of the solar irradiation, cell temperature, and characteristics of the photovoltaic array, the analytic solution for obtaining the maximum power is difficult to obtain due to its complexity, nonlinearity, and uncertainties of parameters. The innovation of this work is to obtain the maximum power of the photovoltaic system using a neural network with the idea of transferring the maximum-power-point tracking problem into a proportional-integral current control problem despite the variation in solar irradiation, cell temperature, and the electrical load cha... [more]
An Interval Optimization-Based Approach for Electric−Heat−Gas Coupled Energy System Planning Considering the Correlation between Uncertainties
Wenshi Wang, Houqi Dong, Yangfan Luo, Changhao Zhang, Bo Zeng, Fuqiang Xu, Ming Zeng
April 19, 2023 (v1)
Keywords: affine coordinate transformation, correlations model, EH multi-objective interval optimization, Genetic Algorithm, uncertainties
In this paper, a novel methodological framework for energy hub (EH) planning, considering the correlation between renewable energy source (RES) and demand response (DR) uncertainties, is proposed. Unlike other existing works, our study explicitly considers the potential correlation between the uncertainty of integrated energy system operations (i.e., wind speed, light intensity, and demand response). Firstly, an EH single-objective interval optimization model is established, which aims at minimizing investment and operation costs. The model fully considers the correlation between various uncertain parameters. Secondly, the correlation between uncertainties is dealt with by the interval models of multidimensional parallelism and affine coordinate transformation, which are transformed into a deterministic optimization problem by the interval order relationship and probability algorithm, and then solved by a genetic algorithm. Finally, an experimental case is analyzed, and the results sho... [more]
Stability Enhancement of a Single-Stage Transonic Axial Compressor Using Inclined Oblique Slots
Tien-Dung Vuong, Kwang-Yong Kim
April 19, 2023 (v1)
Subject: Optimization
Keywords: axial compressor, Genetic Algorithm, inclined oblique slots, Optimization, RANS analysis, stall margin
A casing treatment using inclined oblique slots (INOS) is proposed to improve the stability of the single-stage transonic axial compressor, NASA Stage 37, during operation. The slots are installed on the casing of the rotor blades. The aerodynamic performance was estimated using three-dimensional steady Reynolds-Averaged Navier-Stokes analysis. The results showed that the slots effectively increased the stall margin of the compressor with slight reductions in the pressure ratio and adiabatic efficiency. Three geometric parameters were tested in a parametric study. A single-objective optimization to maximize the stall margin was carried out using a Genetic Algorithm coupled with a surrogate model created by a radial basis neural network. The optimized design increased the stall margin by 37.1% compared to that of the smooth casing with little impacts on the efficiency and pressure ratio.
Deep Learning-Based Approaches to Optimize the Electricity Contract Capacity Problem for Commercial Customers
Rafik Nafkha, Tomasz Ząbkowski, Krzysztof Gajowniczek
April 19, 2023 (v1)
Keywords: contracted capacity, deep learning, electricity load time series forecasting, Genetic Algorithm, Optimization
The electricity tariffs available to customers in Poland depend on the connection voltage level and contracted capacity, which reflect the customer demand profile. Therefore, before connecting to the power grid, each consumer declares the demand for maximum power. This amount, referred to as the contracted capacity, is used by the electricity provider to assign the proper connection type to the power grid, including the size of the security breaker. Maximum power is also the basis for calculating fixed charges for electricity consumption, which is controlled and metered through peak meters. If the peak demand exceeds the contracted capacity, a penalty charge is applied to the exceeded amount, which is up to ten times the basic rate. In this article, we present several solutions for entrepreneurs based on the implementation of two-stage and deep learning approaches to predict maximal load values and the moments of exceeding the contracted capacity in the short term, i.e., up to one mont... [more]
Simulation Analysis of Novel Integrated LNG Regasification-Organic Rankine Cycle and Anti-Sublimation Process to Generate Clean Energy
Saadat Ullah Khan Suri, Muhammad Khaliq Majeed, Muhammad Shakeel Ahmad
April 18, 2023 (v1)
Keywords: cryogenic, Energy, Genetic Algorithm, liquefied natural gas, Organic Rankine Cycle, working fluid
Recently, the depletion of fossil fuel reserves and the harmful environmental effects caused by burning fossil fuels have signified the supreme importance of utilizing sustainable energy reserves such as geothermal and solar energies. The advancement of the Organic Rankine Cycle as a clean energy generation path by researchers has gained momentous demand for its commercialization. The sole Organic Rankine Cycle can produce a large amount of energy in contrast to other power production cycles. To make this clean energy recovery sustainable, liquefied natural gas cold energy can be utilized through regasification to integrate the Organic Rankine Cycle with the anti-sublimation carbon dioxide capture process, merging the biogas setup. Liquefied natural gas cold energy recovery has paramount importance with aspects of energy economy and environment preservation. Liquefied natural gas regasification in shell and tube heat exchangers poses a minimal freezing risk and is high duty. Anti-subli... [more]
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