A GAN-based approach to solar radiation prediction: data augmentation and model optimization for Saudi Arabia

  • 0Department of Computer Engineering and Information, Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University, Wadi ad-Dawasir, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

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Summary

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Generative adversarial networks (GANs) create synthetic solar radiation data to improve renewable energy predictions. This approach enhances model accuracy and adaptability, crucial for optimizing solar power systems.

Area Of Science

  • Renewable Energy Systems
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Data Science

Background

  • Accurate solar radiation prediction is vital for renewable energy optimization but hindered by data scarcity and variability.
  • Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs) are employed to generate high-quality synthetic solar radiation data, addressing data limitations.

Purpose Of The Study

  • To develop a novel framework integrating GAN-generated synthetic data with machine learning and deep learning models.
  • To improve the accuracy and adaptability of solar radiation prediction models across diverse climatic zones.

Main Methods

  • A framework integrating GAN-generated synthetic data with CNN-LSTM architectures was developed.
  • Models were trained and evaluated using augmented datasets, enhancing predictive accuracy and generalization.

Main Results

  • Models trained on augmented datasets showed significant improvements: Root Mean Square Error (RMSE) reduced by 15.2% and Mean Absolute Error (MAE) decreased by 19.9%.
  • The framework effectively bridged data gaps and enhanced model generalization for various climatic regions in Saudi Arabia.

Conclusions

  • The proposed framework supports practical applications like photovoltaic system optimization and grid stability.
  • This scalable and adaptable approach aligns with Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 and global renewable energy goals.
  • Further research into computational complexity and hyperparameter sensitivity is recommended for advancing sustainable energy solutions.

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