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- Residence efficiency based on smart energy systemsPublication . Monteiro, André; Pereira, Rita; Barata, FilipeThe resources used to maintain all the activities in buildings are limited and, for this reason, it is critical the usage of energy efficiency measures. This paper is focused on a smart controller development able to automatically manage a building with the objective of improving its energy efficiency. The controller uses Artificial Neural Networks (ANN) as a forecast method and Fuzzy Logic Control (FLC) as a decision maker. The thermal house model is simulated using a MATLAB toolbox. One of the sub controllers is developed in this paper and is responsible for the HVAC control and optimization. The developed system uses renewable energy sources attached to an energy storage system to increase the overall energy efficiency. To demonstrate the effectiveness of the developed controller it is made an economic analysis of its influence in the build system.
- Wireless home automation system for multifunctional devices incorporating Internet of Things (IoT)Publication . Pedro, Bruno; Barata, Filipe; Canacsinh, HirenHome automation systems have been increasing in quantity and quality, throughout the world. The scientific community has been spending its resources to improve these systems, regarding their capabilities, accessibility and price. In this article, a low cost, home automation system, in the form of an experimental prototype is presented, focused in wireless communication and IoT (Internet of Things) structures. The result of the work developed was a capable prototype, adaptable to conventional electrical installations, with smart management capabilities regarding actuators of electric loads and sensor information utilization.
- Fleet transition from combustion to electric vehicles: a case study in a portuguese business campusPublication . Pinto, Bruno; Barata, Filipe; Soares, Constantino; Viveiros, CarlaThis paper aims to contribute to the urgent reflection as a society about environmental protection, in the ultimate challenge that is the sustainable use of energy resources. Since Portugal is at an early stage of market development internally, governmental and local stimulation policies play a central role and are a key element in the successful diffusion of Electric Mobility. The study will focus on the transition of a company car fleet, which currently consists of combustion vehicles, to electric vehicles. With this change it becomes necessary to understand how the electrical installation will be affected due to the installation of charging stations, allowing the company to have some autonomy from the public grid. The various changes resulting from the installation consumption profile will be studied and compared. The state of the art, the level of maturity and where the development of electric mobility in Portugal is heading will also be appreciated.