Applied Nature-Inspired Computing: Algorithms and Case Studies

Applied Nature-Inspired Computing: Algorithms and Case Studies
Author: Nilanjan Dey
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 281
Release: 2019-08-10
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9811392633

This book presents a cutting-edge research procedure in the Nature-Inspired Computing (NIC) domain and its connections with computational intelligence areas in real-world engineering applications. It introduces readers to a broad range of algorithms, such as genetic algorithms, particle swarm optimization, the firefly algorithm, flower pollination algorithm, collision-based optimization algorithm, bat algorithm, ant colony optimization, and multi-agent systems. In turn, it provides an overview of meta-heuristic algorithms, comparing the advantages and disadvantages of each. Moreover, the book provides a brief outline of the integration of nature-inspired computing techniques and various computational intelligence paradigms, and highlights nature-inspired computing techniques in a range of applications, including: evolutionary robotics, sports training planning, assessment of water distribution systems, flood simulation and forecasting, traffic control, gene expression analysis, antenna array design, and scheduling/dynamic resource management.

Nature-Inspired Optimization Algorithms

Nature-Inspired Optimization Algorithms
Author: Xin-She Yang
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 277
Release: 2014-02-17
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 0124167454

Nature-Inspired Optimization Algorithms provides a systematic introduction to all major nature-inspired algorithms for optimization. The book's unified approach, balancing algorithm introduction, theoretical background and practical implementation, complements extensive literature with well-chosen case studies to illustrate how these algorithms work. Topics include particle swarm optimization, ant and bee algorithms, simulated annealing, cuckoo search, firefly algorithm, bat algorithm, flower algorithm, harmony search, algorithm analysis, constraint handling, hybrid methods, parameter tuning and control, as well as multi-objective optimization. This book can serve as an introductory book for graduates, doctoral students and lecturers in computer science, engineering and natural sciences. It can also serve a source of inspiration for new applications. Researchers and engineers as well as experienced experts will also find it a handy reference. - Discusses and summarizes the latest developments in nature-inspired algorithms with comprehensive, timely literature - Provides a theoretical understanding as well as practical implementation hints - Provides a step-by-step introduction to each algorithm

Nature-Inspired Algorithms and Applied Optimization

Nature-Inspired Algorithms and Applied Optimization
Author: Xin-She Yang
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2018-08-15
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9783319884653

This book reviews the state-of-the-art developments in nature-inspired algorithms and their applications in various disciplines, ranging from feature selection and engineering design optimization to scheduling and vehicle routing. It introduces each algorithm and its implementation with case studies as well as extensive literature reviews, and also includes self-contained chapters featuring theoretical analyses, such as convergence analysis and no-free-lunch theorems so as to provide insights into the current nature-inspired optimization algorithms. Topics include ant colony optimization, the bat algorithm, B-spline curve fitting, cuckoo search, feature selection, economic load dispatch, the firefly algorithm, the flower pollination algorithm, knapsack problem, octonian and quaternion representations, particle swarm optimization, scheduling, wireless networks, vehicle routing with time windows, and maximally different alternatives. This timely book serves as a practical guide and reference resource for students, researchers and professionals.

Nature-Inspired Algorithms and Applications

Nature-Inspired Algorithms and Applications
Author: S. Balamurugan
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 384
Release: 2021-11-18
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1119681669

Mit diesem Buch soll aufgezeigt werden, wie von der Natur inspirierte Berechnungen eine praktische Anwendung im maschinellen Lernen finden, damit wir ein besseres Verständnis für die Welt um uns herum entwickeln. Der Schwerpunkt liegt auf der Darstellung und Präsentation aktueller Entwicklungen in den Bereichen, in denen von der Natur inspirierte Algorithmen speziell konzipiert und angewandt werden, um komplexe reale Probleme in der Datenanalyse und Mustererkennung zu lösen, und zwar durch Anwendung fachspezifischer Lösungen. Mit einer detaillierten Beschreibung verschiedener, von der Natur inspirierter Algorithmen und ihrer multidisziplinären Anwendung (beispielsweise in Maschinenbau und Elektrotechnik, beim maschinellen Lernen, in der Bildverarbeitung, beim Data Mining und in Drahtlosnetzwerken) ist dieses Buch ein praktisches Nachschlagewerk.

Nature-Inspired Computation and Swarm Intelligence

Nature-Inspired Computation and Swarm Intelligence
Author: Xin-She Yang
Publisher: Academic Press
Total Pages: 442
Release: 2020-04-10
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0128197145

Nature-inspired computation and swarm intelligence have become popular and effective tools for solving problems in optimization, computational intelligence, soft computing and data science. Recently, the literature in the field has expanded rapidly, with new algorithms and applications emerging. Nature-Inspired Computation and Swarm Intelligence: Algorithms, Theory and Applications is a timely reference giving a comprehensive review of relevant state-of-the-art developments in algorithms, theory and applications of nature-inspired algorithms and swarm intelligence. It reviews and documents the new developments, focusing on nature-inspired algorithms and their theoretical analysis, as well as providing a guide to their implementation. The book includes case studies of diverse real-world applications, balancing explanation of the theory with practical implementation. Nature-Inspired Computation and Swarm Intelligence: Algorithms, Theory and Applications is suitable for researchers and graduate students in computer science, engineering, data science, and management science, who want a comprehensive review of algorithms, theory and implementation within the fields of nature inspired computation and swarm intelligence.

Nature-Inspired Computing: Concepts, Methodologies, Tools, and Applications

Nature-Inspired Computing: Concepts, Methodologies, Tools, and Applications
Author: Management Association, Information Resources
Publisher: IGI Global
Total Pages: 1810
Release: 2016-07-26
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1522507892

As technology continues to become more sophisticated, mimicking natural processes and phenomena also becomes more of a reality. Continued research in the field of natural computing enables an understanding of the world around us, in addition to opportunities for man-made computing to mirror the natural processes and systems that have existed for centuries. Nature-Inspired Computing: Concepts, Methodologies, Tools, and Applications takes an interdisciplinary approach to the topic of natural computing, including emerging technologies being developed for the purpose of simulating natural phenomena, applications across industries, and the future outlook of biologically and nature-inspired technologies. Emphasizing critical research in a comprehensive multi-volume set, this publication is designed for use by IT professionals, researchers, and graduate students studying intelligent computing.

Applied Genetic Algorithm and Its Variants

Applied Genetic Algorithm and Its Variants
Author: Nilanjan Dey
Publisher: Springer Nature
Total Pages: 254
Release: 2023-07-01
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9819934281

This book provides fundamental concepts related to various types of genetic algorithms and practical applications in various domains such as medical imaging, manufacturing, and engineering design. The book discusses genetic algorithms which are used to solve a variety of optimization problems. The genetic algorithms are demonstrated to offer reliable search in complex spaces. The book presents high-quality research work by academics and researchers which is useful for young researchers and students.

Compressive Sensing in Healthcare

Compressive Sensing in Healthcare
Author: Mahdi Khosravy
Publisher: Academic Press
Total Pages: 308
Release: 2020-05-18
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0128212489

Compressive Sensing in Healthcare, part of the Advances in Ubiquitous Sensing Applications for Healthcare series gives a review on compressive sensing techniques in a practical way, also presenting deterministic compressive sensing techniques that can be used in the field. The focus of the book is on healthcare applications for this technology. It is intended for both the creators of this technology and the end users of these products. The content includes the use of EEG and ECG, plus hardware and software requirements for building projects. Body area networks and body sensor networks are explored. - Provides a toolbox for compressive sensing in health, presenting both mathematical and coding information - Presents an intuitive introduction to compressive sensing, including MATLAB tutorials - Covers applications of compressive sensing in health care

Applications of Nature-Inspired Computing and Optimization Techniques

Applications of Nature-Inspired Computing and Optimization Techniques
Author:
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 566
Release: 2024-04-04
Genre: Mathematics
ISBN: 0323957692

Advances in Computers, Volume 135 highlights advances in the field, with this new volume, Applications of Nature-inspired Computing and Optimization Techniques presenting interesting chapters on a variety of timely topics, including A Brief Introduction to Nature-inspired Computing, Optimization and Applications, Overview of Non-linear Interval Optimization Problems, Solving the Aircraft Landing Problem using the Bee Colony Optimization (BCO) Algorithm, Situation-based Genetic Network Programming to Solve Agent Control Problems, Small Signal Stability Enhancement of Large Interconnected Power System using Grasshopper Optimization Algorithm Tuned Power System Stabilizer, Air Quality Modelling for Smart Cities of India by Nature Inspired AI – A Sustainable Approach, and much more.Other sections cover Genetic Algorithm for the Optimization of Infectiological Parameter Values under Different Nutritional Status, A Novel Influencer Mutation Strategy for Nature-inspired Optimization Algorithms to Solve Electricity Price Forecasting Problem, Recent Trends in Human and Bio Inspired Computing: Use Case Study from Retail Perspective, Domain Knowledge Enriched Summarization of Legal Judgment Documents via Grey Wolf Optimization, and a host of other topics. - Includes algorithm specific studies that cover basic introduction and analysis of key components of algorithms, such as convergence, solution accuracy, computational costs, tuning, and control of parameters - Comprises some of the major applications of different domains - Presents application specific studies, incorporating ways of designing objective functions, solution representation, and constraint handling