Fuzzy techniques for load forecasting

An alternative approach to compute the load forecasting value using a computational package using fuzzy techniques is shown. The major advantage of this system is its speed, accuracy and flexibility to find the forecasted value. The model utilizes fuzzy techniques to produce a data model for short-term load forecasting studies. The engineer responsible for this activity can also introduce his/her experience before the final forecasting. A user-friendly interface has been developed to provide a man-machine interface. To build this interface, many suggestions from the operators have been incorporated. This paper also details this interface with all characteristics and features. This software has run for more than two years at CEMIG Brazilian State Power Industry. The impressions of the user are also presented