Fuzzy Logy for Prediction of Velocity in Channel Bend

Abstract

The flow in channel bend is spiral or helical. It is a movement of water particles in the flow direction. Many researchers have stated mathematical equations to predict velocity in the flow direction in the channel bend. These equations are based on simplified assumptions. The Artificial Neural Network is a viable alternative to predict longitudinal velocity in channel bend. It builds the model by estimating suitable approximating function of available input/output samples. Once such relationship is established, it can be used for prediction of the future behavior. The paper aims at developing ANN model namely Fuzzy logy. It is found that Fuzzy logy model is capable to predict velocity in the channel bend with reasonable accuracy.