Energy efficient smart home heating system using renewable energy source with fuzzy control design

János Simon; Róbert Sánta

doi:10.31181/dmame622023825

Authors

János Simon Department of Mechatronics and Automation, Faculty of Engineering, University of Szeged Szeged, Hungary https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2870-5718
Róbert Sánta Department of Mechanical Engineering and Material Sciences, University of Dunaujvaros, Tancsics Mihaly 1/A, 2400 Dunaujvaros, Hungary https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7559-2758

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.31181/dmame622023825

Keywords:

Smart home heating system, Fuzzy control design, Fuzzy system, Energy efficiency, Sustainable living, Renewable energy source

Abstract

This research article presents an energy- efficient smart home heating system that uses a renew-able energy source and incorporates fuzzy control design. The objective of the study is to design a heating system that optimizes energy consumption while providing a comfortable indoor temperature. The main methods used in the study include the integration of a renewable energy source, such as solar energy or geothermal energy, with a fuzzy control system that adjusts the heating power based on indoor and outdoor temperature, humidity, and occupancy. The main results of the study show that the proposed heating system can reduce energy consumption by up to 40% compared to conventional heating systems, while maintaining a comfortable indoor temperature. The fuzzy control system provides precise control of the heating power and ensures efficient use of the renewable energy source. The main conclusion of the article is that the proposed smart home heating system is a viable solution for reducing energy consumption and promoting a sustainable lifestyle, especially in areas with abundant renewable energy sources.

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