Design of a Smart HVAC System Using AI-Based Controls

  • Authors

    • Dr. Suresh Babu Reddy Professor, Osmania University, India Author

    DOI:

    https://doi.org/10.67228/3071-6357/IJMRSE-2019PI5E2L

    Published 05-03-2019

  • Smart Hvac, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Iot, Energy Efficiency, Thermal Comfort, Smart Buildings

    Issue

    Vol. 2 No. 1 (2019)

    Section

    Articles

    How to Cite

    Design of a Smart HVAC System Using AI-Based Controls. (2019). International Journal of Modern Research in Science & Engineering, 2(1), 01-15. https://doi.org/10.67228/3071-6357/IJMRSE-2019PI5E2L

  • Abstract

    Rapid urbanization and the demand for energy-efficient buildings have driven the need for intelligent HVAC systems. Traditional systems rely on fixed or manual controls, limiting their ability to adapt to changing environmental and occupancy conditions. This paper presents a Smart HVAC system that integrates Artificial Intelligence (AI), Internet of Things (IoT) sensors, cloud-based analytics, and machine learning to enhance energy efficiency, thermal comfort, and reliability. The proposed system continuously monitors indoor conditions such as temperature, humidity, air quality, and occupancy in real time. It applies supervised learning for temperature prediction and reinforcement learning for adaptive control, enabling optimized HVAC operations based on both historical and real-time data. The architecture includes data acquisition, preprocessing, model training, and intelligent control, with considerations for scalability, security, and interoperability. Performance evaluation through simulations and real-world testing demonstrates significant energy savings, reduced carbon emissions, and improved occupant comfort compared to conventional systems. Additionally, the system supports fault detection, predictive maintenance, and reduced downtime. Overall, this work contributes to smart building development by providing an efficient, scalable AI-driven HVAC framework that promotes sustainable and cost-effective building management.

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