This paper presents an overview of an analysis method based on self-organizing maps (SOM) which was applied to an activated sludge treatment process in a pulp mill. The aim of the study was to determine whether the neural network modeling method could be a useful and time-saving way to analyze...

There are several challenges confronting energy production nowadays, such as increasing the efficiency of combustion processes and at the same time reducing harmful emissions. The latter, however, often necessitates process improvement, which requires knowledge of the behavior of the process. It...