Prediction control of heat source for heating systems based on a temperature predicting model

Analyses control methods for energy efficiency in buildings. Designs an adaptive controller for best start time based on a temperature predicting model. Simulates specific subjects by using MATLAB and SIMULINK, the error of prediction in preheating time falls into the expected range. The results show that the adaptive controller behaves well, has better characteristics in operating compared with conventional control methods and can be used for energy efficiency in buildings.