Abstract

An analysis was performed to evaluate the strength of pin-loaded composite and aluminum joints. The analysis involved using three classifiers: decision tree, adaptive neuro fuzzy inference system and the combination of two. By using the well-known C4.5 algorithm, as a quick process, the structure of fuzzy inference system (number of membership functions and fuzzy rules) could be roughly estimated. Then, the parameter identification is carried out by adaptive neuro-fuzzy system. The comparison of performance of three methods indicates that mentioned hybridization speeds up learning processes and reduced errors.