Abstract
An expert system, Aeration System Design (ASD), was developed for the design of aeration systems for farm-sized flat grain storages. ASD requests information about the storage problem from a user and generates a custom design drawing, component specification list, and management recommendations. The knowledge base was derived from publications and experts. ASD represents the first attempt to consolidate aeration system design guidelines and procedures for flat grain storage into an expert system. ASD uses illustrations to communicate concepts and terminology more clearly with users. A feature of ASD allows an expert to change the design guidelines and factors. For example, alternative methods of determining the layout and length of ducts can be selected. ASD offers the capability of rapidly designing an aeration system and changing design guidelines to study the effects upon the design.
Recommended Citation
Watson, Dennis G. and Brook, Roger C. "Aeration System Design for Flat Grain Storages with an Expert System." Applied Engineering in Agriculture 6, No. 2 (Mar 1990): 183-188. doi:10.13031/2013.26368.