Predicting soil cone index and assessing suitability for wind and solar farm development in using machine learning techniques

  • 0Electrical and Control Department, Arab Academy for Science and Technology, Cairo, 11799, Egypt. eng_marwa@aast.edu.

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Summary

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This study uses machine learning to predict soil compaction accurately. The XGBoost model shows superior performance, aiding sustainable agriculture and renewable energy land assessments.

Area Of Science

  • Agricultural Science
  • Soil Science
  • Data Science

Background

  • Soil compaction is a critical factor affecting agricultural productivity and land suitability.
  • Accurate prediction of soil compaction is essential for informed land management decisions.
  • Existing methods may not fully capture the complex relationships between soil parameters and compaction.

Purpose Of The Study

  • To develop and evaluate a novel machine learning approach for predicting soil compaction.
  • To identify the most effective artificial intelligence (AI) technique for soil compaction prediction using soil cone index data.
  • To demonstrate the practical implications of accurate soil compaction prediction for agriculture and renewable energy projects.

Main Methods

  • Utilized Support Vector Regression (SVR) to process input soil parameters.
  • Applied Gradient Boosting (XGBoost), Decision Tree, Artificial Neural Networks, and Adaptive Neuro-Fuzzy Inference System.
  • Evaluated model performance using metrics such as mean square error and correlation coefficient.

Main Results

  • The XGBoost model demonstrated superior accuracy and reliability in predicting soil compaction.
  • XGBoost achieved a low mean square error and a high correlation coefficient compared to other AI techniques.
  • The study successfully integrated SVR with other machine learning models for enhanced prediction.

Conclusions

  • The XGBoost model is highly effective for predicting soil compaction, offering a reliable tool for soil science.
  • Accurate soil compaction prediction supports better soil management, enhances agricultural productivity, and informs land suitability evaluations.
  • This AI-driven approach provides valuable insights for land use planning, sustainable farming, and renewable energy project assessments.

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