Application of a Neuro-fuzzy Network with Support Vector Learning to a Solar Power Plant

A neuro-fuzzy system based on a radial basis function network and using support vector learning is considered for non-linear modeling. In order to reduce the number of fuzzy rules, and improve the system interpretability, the proposed method proceeds in two phases. Firstly, the input-output data is clustered according to the subtractive clustering method. Secondly the parameters of the network, number of centers, its positions and output layer weights are computed using support vector learning. This approach will improve the interpretability analysis and reduces the complexity of the problem. The proposed learning scheme is applied to the distributed collector field of a solar power plant.