Agent networks for intelligent dynamic control of complex hydronic HVAC building systems – Part 1: framework for agent network development
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International journal on architectural science, v.3, no.1, 2002, pp. 43-50
Abstract
In complex HVAC building system, there is a need to develop innovative methodologies for analysis and new control strategies to provide tractable approaches to their optimal design and implementation. The emphasis here is to suggest the feasibility of such a methodology and strategy for application in these complex systems. Recent advances in computer and communication technology have allowed the networking of locally controlled subsystems to produce integrated large-scale systems, sometimes known as distributed systems. The controllers of such subsystems may be referred to as agents, and an agent attempts to achieve a pre-specified performance goal in a complex and dynamic environment through a local communication network. This local area network (LAN) is designed and controlled to insure proper distributed synchronization and satisfy decision protocols for real-time implementation. In the present paper (Part 1), a framework to develop such a network of intelligent agents is described, along with the strategy to develop the necessary protocols for inter-agent communication, negotiation, and coordination. In a subsequent paper (Part 2), specifications of individual agents are given to insure their ability to discharge their duties to satisfactorily control the corresponding subsystem performance. The results of the current subsystem and agent-development studies based on adaptive neural network (ANN) controllers will be described.
(1) Introduction
(2) The current practice in complex HVAC systems and their control
(3) An agent network for intelligent dynamic control of a complex HVAC building system
(4) Agents and agent network characteristics
(5) Artificial neural network (ANN)-based subsystem and component modeling and control
(6) Agent network configuration and framework of inter-agent protocol development
(7) Recent studies of neuro-controller and agent-LAN development specially related to the agent network implementation in complex hydronic HVAC systems
(8) Concluding remarks
(9) Acknowledgement
(10) References
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Notes: Heating, Ventilation, Air conditioning
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Article
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2002
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en