A New Bio Inspired Optimization Algorithm Based On The Self Defense Mechanism Of Plants In Nature

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A New Bio-inspired Optimization Algorithm Based on the Self-defense Mechanism of Plants in Nature

Author : Camilo Caraveo
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 3030055515
Total Pages : 62 pages
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Download or read book A New Bio-inspired Optimization Algorithm Based on the Self-defense Mechanism of Plants in Nature written by Camilo Caraveo and published by Springer. This book was released on 2018-12-30 with total page 62 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book presents a new meta-heuristic algorithm, inspired by the self-defense mechanisms of plants in nature. Numerous published works have demonstrated the various self-defense mechanisms (survival strategies) plants use to protect themselves against predatory organisms, such as herbivorous insects. The proposed algorithm is based on the predator–prey mathematical model originally proposed by Lotka and Volterra, consisting of two nonlinear first-order differential equations, which allow the growth of two interacting populations (prey and predator) to be modeled. The proposed meta-heuristic is able to produce excellent results in several sets of benchmark optimization problems. Further, fuzzy logic is used for dynamic parameter adaptation in the algorithm.

A New Bio-inspired Optimization Algorithm Based on the Self-defense Mechanism of Plants in Nature

Author : Camilo Caraveo
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ISBN 13 : 9783030055523
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Download or read book A New Bio-inspired Optimization Algorithm Based on the Self-defense Mechanism of Plants in Nature written by Camilo Caraveo and published by . This book was released on 2019 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book presents a new meta-heuristic algorithm, inspired by the self-defense mechanisms of plants in nature. Numerous published works have demonstrated the various self-defense mechanisms (survival strategies) plants use to protect themselves against predatory organisms, such as herbivorous insects. The proposed algorithm is based on the predator-prey mathematical model originally proposed by Lotka and Volterra, consisting of two nonlinear first-order differential equations, which allow the growth of two interacting populations (prey and predator) to be modeled. The proposed meta-heuristic is able to produce excellent results in several sets of benchmark optimization problems. Further, fuzzy logic is used for dynamic parameter adaptation in the algorithm.

Advances in Fuzzy Logic and Technology 2017

Author : Janusz Kacprzyk
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 3319668307
Total Pages : 724 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (196 download)

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Book Synopsis Advances in Fuzzy Logic and Technology 2017 by : Janusz Kacprzyk

Download or read book Advances in Fuzzy Logic and Technology 2017 written by Janusz Kacprzyk and published by Springer. This book was released on 2017-08-30 with total page 724 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume constitutes the proceedings of two collocated international conferences: EUSFLAT-2017 – the 10th edition of the flagship Conference of the European Society for Fuzzy Logic and Technology held in Warsaw, Poland, on September 11–15, 2017, and IWIFSGN’2017 – The Sixteenth International Workshop on Intuitionistic Fuzzy Sets and Generalized Nets, held in Warsaw on September 13–15, 2017. The conferences were organized by the Systems Research Institute, Polish Academy of Sciences, Department IV of Engineering Sciences, Polish Academy of Sciences, and the Polish Operational and Systems Research Society in collaboration with the European Society for Fuzzy Logic and Technology (EUSFLAT), the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences and various European universities. The aim of the EUSFLAT-2017 was t o bring together theoreticians and practitioners working on fuzzy logic, fuzzy systems, soft computing and related areas and to provide a platform for exchanging ideas and discussing the latest trends and ideas, while the aim of IWIFSGN’2017 was to discuss new developments in extensions of the concept of a fuzzy set, such as an intuitionistic fuzzy set, as well as other concepts, like that of a generalized net. The papers included, written by leading international experts, as well as the special sessions and panel discussions contribute to the development the field, strengthen collaborations and intensify networking.

Transactions on Computational Science XXXVI

Author : Marina L. Gavrilova
Publisher : Springer Nature
ISBN 13 : 3662613646
Total Pages : 139 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (626 download)

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Download or read book Transactions on Computational Science XXXVI written by Marina L. Gavrilova and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2020-03-10 with total page 139 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The LNCS journal Transactions on Computational Science reflects recent developments in the field of Computational Science, conceiving the field not as a mere ancillary science but rather as an innovative approach supporting many other scientific disciplines. The journal focuses on original high-quality research in the realm of computational science in parallel and distributed environments, encompassing the facilitating theoretical foundations and the applications of large-scale computations and massive data processing. It addresses researchers and practitioners in areas ranging from aerospace to biochemistry, from electronics to geosciences, from mathematics to software architecture, presenting verifiable computational methods, findings, and solutions, and enabling industrial users to apply techniques of leading-edge, large-scale, high performance computational methods. This, the 36th issue of the Transactions on Computational Science, is devoted to the area of Cyberworlds and Cybersecurity. The first four papers constitute extended versions of selected papers presented at the 2018 International Conference on Cyberworlds, CW 2018. A further two papers were accepted following an open Call for Papers and cover the areas of fast 3D segmentation using geometric surface features and nature-inspired optimization for face recognition.

Recent Developments and the New Direction in Soft-Computing Foundations and Applications

Author : Lotfi A. Zadeh
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 3319754084
Total Pages : 623 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (197 download)

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Download or read book Recent Developments and the New Direction in Soft-Computing Foundations and Applications written by Lotfi A. Zadeh and published by Springer. This book was released on 2018-05-28 with total page 623 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is an authoritative collection of contributions in the field of soft-computing. Based on selected works presented at the 6th World Conference on Soft Computing, held on May 22-25, 2016, in Berkeley, USA, it describes new theoretical advances, as well as cutting-edge methods and applications. Theories cover a wealth of topics, such as fuzzy logic, cognitive modeling, Bayesian and probabilistic methods, multi-criteria decision making, utility theory, approximate reasoning, human-centric computing and many others. Applications concerns a number of fields, such as internet and semantic web, social networks and trust, control and robotics, computer vision, medicine and bioinformatics, as well as finance, security and e-Commerce, among others. Dedicated to the 50th Anniversary of Fuzzy Logic and to the 95th Birthday Anniversary of Lotfi A. Zadeh, the book not only offers a timely view on the field, yet it also discusses thought-provoking developments and challenges, thus fostering new research directions in the diverse areas of soft computing.

Fuzzy Logic in Intelligent System Design

Author : Patricia Melin
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 3319671375
Total Pages : 420 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (196 download)

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Book Synopsis Fuzzy Logic in Intelligent System Design by : Patricia Melin

Download or read book Fuzzy Logic in Intelligent System Design written by Patricia Melin and published by Springer. This book was released on 2017-09-30 with total page 420 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book describes recent advances in the use of fuzzy logic for the design of hybrid intelligent systems based on nature-inspired optimization and their applications in areas such as intelligent control and robotics, pattern recognition, medical diagnosis, time series prediction and optimization of complex problems. Based on papers presented at the North American Fuzzy Information Processing Society Annual Conference (NAFIPS 2017), held in Cancun, Mexico from 16 to 18 October 2017, the book is divided into nine main parts, the first of which first addresses theoretical aspects, and proposes new concepts and algorithms based on type-1 fuzzy systems. The second part consists of papers on new concepts and algorithms for type-2 fuzzy systems, and on applications of type-2 fuzzy systems in diverse areas, such as time series prediction and pattern recognition. In turn, the third part contains papers that present enhancements to meta-heuristics based on fuzzy logic techniques describing new nature-inspired optimization algorithms that use fuzzy dynamic adaptation of parameters. The fourth part presents emergent intelligent models, which range from quantum algorithms to cellular automata. The fifth part explores applications of fuzzy logic in diverse areas of medicine, such as the diagnosis of hypertension and heart diseases. The sixth part describes new computational intelligence algorithms and their applications in different areas of intelligent control, while the seventh examines the use of fuzzy logic in different mathematic models. The eight part deals with a diverse range of applications of fuzzy logic, ranging from environmental to autonomous navigation, while the ninth covers theoretical concepts of fuzzy models

Advances in Artificial Intelligence and Soft Computing

Author : Grigori Sidorov
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 3319270605
Total Pages : 591 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (192 download)

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Download or read book Advances in Artificial Intelligence and Soft Computing written by Grigori Sidorov and published by Springer. This book was released on 2015-11-19 with total page 591 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The two volume set LNAI 9413 + LNAI 9414 constitutes the proceedings of the 14th Mexican International Conference on Artificial Intelligence, MICAI 2015, held in Cuernavaca, Morelos, Mexico, in October 2015. The total of 98 papers presented in these proceedings was carefully reviewed and selected from 297 submissions. They were organized in topical sections named: natural language processing; logic and multi-agent systems; bioinspired algorithms; neural networks; evolutionary algorithms; fuzzy logic; machine learning and data mining; natural language processing applications; educational applications; biomedical applications; image processing and computer vision; search and optimization; forecasting; and intelligent applications.

Design of Intelligent Systems Based on Fuzzy Logic, Neural Networks and Nature-Inspired Optimization

Author : Patricia Melin
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 3319177478
Total Pages : 612 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (191 download)

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Book Synopsis Design of Intelligent Systems Based on Fuzzy Logic, Neural Networks and Nature-Inspired Optimization by : Patricia Melin

Download or read book Design of Intelligent Systems Based on Fuzzy Logic, Neural Networks and Nature-Inspired Optimization written by Patricia Melin and published by Springer. This book was released on 2015-06-12 with total page 612 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book presents recent advances on the design of intelligent systems based on fuzzy logic, neural networks and nature-inspired optimization and their application in areas such as, intelligent control and robotics, pattern recognition, time series prediction and optimization of complex problems. The book is organized in eight main parts, which contain a group of papers around a similar subject. The first part consists of papers with the main theme of theoretical aspects of fuzzy logic, which basically consists of papers that propose new concepts and algorithms based on fuzzy systems. The second part contains papers with the main theme of neural networks theory, which are basically papers dealing with new concepts and algorithms in neural networks. The third part contains papers describing applications of neural networks in diverse areas, such as time series prediction and pattern recognition. The fourth part contains papers describing new nature-inspired optimization algorithms. The fifth part presents diverse applications of nature-inspired optimization algorithms. The sixth part contains papers describing new optimization algorithms. The seventh part contains papers describing applications of fuzzy logic in diverse areas, such as time series prediction and pattern recognition. Finally, the eighth part contains papers that present enhancements to meta-heuristics based on fuzzy logic techniques.

New Directions on Hybrid Intelligent Systems Based on Neural Networks, Fuzzy Logic, and Optimization Algorithms

Author : Patricia Melin
Publisher : Springer Nature
ISBN 13 : 3031537130
Total Pages : 204 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (315 download)

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Book Synopsis New Directions on Hybrid Intelligent Systems Based on Neural Networks, Fuzzy Logic, and Optimization Algorithms by : Patricia Melin

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New Perspectives on Hybrid Intelligent System Design based on Fuzzy Logic, Neural Networks and Metaheuristics

Author : Oscar Castillo
Publisher : Springer Nature
ISBN 13 : 3031082664
Total Pages : 471 pages
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Book Synopsis New Perspectives on Hybrid Intelligent System Design based on Fuzzy Logic, Neural Networks and Metaheuristics by : Oscar Castillo

Download or read book New Perspectives on Hybrid Intelligent System Design based on Fuzzy Logic, Neural Networks and Metaheuristics written by Oscar Castillo and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2022-09-30 with total page 471 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this book, recent developments on fuzzy logic, neural networks and optimization algorithms, as well as their hybrid combinations, are presented. In addition, the above-mentioned methods are applied to areas such as, intelligent control and robotics, pattern recognition, medical diagnosis, time series prediction and optimization of complex problems. The book contains a collection of papers focused on hybrid intelligent systems based on soft computing techniques. There are some papers with the main theme of type-1 and type-2 fuzzy logic, which basically consists of papers that propose new concepts and algorithms based on type-1 and type-2 fuzzy logic and their applications. There also some papers that offer theoretical concepts and applications of meta-heuristics in different areas. Another group of papers describe diverse applications of fuzzy logic, neural networks and hybrid intelligent systems in medical problems. There are also some papers that present theory and practice of neural networks in different areas of application. In addition, there are papers that present theory and practice of optimization and evolutionary algorithms in different areas of application. Finally, there are some papers describing applications of fuzzy logic, neural networks and meta-heuristics in pattern recognition and classification problems.

Controller Tuning Optimization Methods for Multi-Constraints and Nonlinear Systems

Author : Maude Josée Blondin
Publisher : Springer Nature
ISBN 13 : 303064541X
Total Pages : 107 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (36 download)

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Book Synopsis Controller Tuning Optimization Methods for Multi-Constraints and Nonlinear Systems by : Maude Josée Blondin

Download or read book Controller Tuning Optimization Methods for Multi-Constraints and Nonlinear Systems written by Maude Josée Blondin and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2021-01-06 with total page 107 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book covers controller tuning techniques from conventional to new optimization methods for diverse control engineering applications. Classical controller tuning approaches are presented with real-world challenges faced in control engineering. Current developments in applying optimization techniques to controller tuning are explained. Case studies of optimization algorithms applied to controller tuning dealing with nonlinearities and limitations like the inverted pendulum and the automatic voltage regulator are presented with performance comparisons. Students and researchers in engineering and optimization interested in optimization methods for controller tuning will utilize this book to apply optimization algorithms to controller tuning, to choose the most suitable optimization algorithm for a specific application, and to develop new optimization techniques for controller tuning.

Mycorrhiza Optimization Algorithm

Author : Fevrier Valdez
Publisher : Springer Nature
ISBN 13 : 3031473698
Total Pages : 84 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (314 download)

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Download or read book Mycorrhiza Optimization Algorithm written by Fevrier Valdez and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2023-10-30 with total page 84 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides two new optimization algorithms to address real optimization problems. Optimization is a fundamental concept in engineering and science, and its applications are needed in many fields. From designing products and systems to developing algorithms and models, optimization plays a critical role in achieving efficient and effective solutions to complex problems. Optimization algorithms inspired by nature have proven effective in solving a wide range of problems, including those in engineering, finance, and machine learning. These algorithms are often used when traditional optimization techniques are impractical due to the size or complexity of the problem. In this book, we are presenting two new optimization algorithms inspired by plant roots and the Mycorrhiza Network. The first algorithm is called the Continuous Mycorrhiza Optimization Algorithm (CMOA), which was proposed based on the model of the Continuous Lotka-Volterra System Equations. The second algorithm is called the Discrete Mycorrhiza Optimization Algorithm (DMOA), which design based on the model of Discrete Lotka-Volterra System Equations. By mastering the proposed algorithms, the readers able to develop innovative solutions that improve efficiency, reduce costs, and improve performance in the corresponding field of work.

Nature-Inspired Design of Hybrid Intelligent Systems

Author : Patricia Melin
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 331947054X
Total Pages : 817 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (194 download)

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Book Synopsis Nature-Inspired Design of Hybrid Intelligent Systems by : Patricia Melin

Download or read book Nature-Inspired Design of Hybrid Intelligent Systems written by Patricia Melin and published by Springer. This book was released on 2016-12-08 with total page 817 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book highlights recent advances in the design of hybrid intelligent systems based on nature-inspired optimization and their application in areas such as intelligent control and robotics, pattern recognition, time series prediction, and optimization of complex problems. The book is divided into seven main parts, the first of which addresses theoretical aspects of and new concepts and algorithms based on type-2 and intuitionistic fuzzy logic systems. The second part focuses on neural network theory, and explores the applications of neural networks in diverse areas, such as time series prediction and pattern recognition. The book’s third part presents enhancements to meta-heuristics based on fuzzy logic techniques and describes new nature-inspired optimization algorithms that employ fuzzy dynamic adaptation of parameters, while the fourth part presents diverse applications of nature-inspired optimization algorithms. In turn, the fifth part investigates applications of fuzzy logic in diverse areas, such as time series prediction and pattern recognition. The sixth part examines new optimization algorithms and their applications. Lastly, the seventh part is dedicated to the design and application of different hybrid intelligent systems.

Search and Optimization by Metaheuristics

Author : Ke-Lin Du
Publisher : Birkhäuser
ISBN 13 : 3319411926
Total Pages : 437 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (194 download)

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Download or read book Search and Optimization by Metaheuristics written by Ke-Lin Du and published by Birkhäuser. This book was released on 2016-07-20 with total page 437 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This textbook provides a comprehensive introduction to nature-inspired metaheuristic methods for search and optimization, including the latest trends in evolutionary algorithms and other forms of natural computing. Over 100 different types of these methods are discussed in detail. The authors emphasize non-standard optimization problems and utilize a natural approach to the topic, moving from basic notions to more complex ones. An introductory chapter covers the necessary biological and mathematical backgrounds for understanding the main material. Subsequent chapters then explore almost all of the major metaheuristics for search and optimization created based on natural phenomena, including simulated annealing, recurrent neural networks, genetic algorithms and genetic programming, differential evolution, memetic algorithms, particle swarm optimization, artificial immune systems, ant colony optimization, tabu search and scatter search, bee and bacteria foraging algorithms, harmony search, biomolecular computing, quantum computing, and many others. General topics on dynamic, multimodal, constrained, and multiobjective optimizations are also described. Each chapter includes detailed flowcharts that illustrate specific algorithms and exercises that reinforce important topics. Introduced in the appendix are some benchmarks for the evaluation of metaheuristics. Search and Optimization by Metaheuristics is intended primarily as a textbook for graduate and advanced undergraduate students specializing in engineering and computer science. It will also serve as a valuable resource for scientists and researchers working in these areas, as well as those who are interested in search and optimization methods.

Advanced Optimization by Nature-Inspired Algorithms

Author : Omid Bozorg-Haddad
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 9811052212
Total Pages : 166 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (11 download)

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Download or read book Advanced Optimization by Nature-Inspired Algorithms written by Omid Bozorg-Haddad and published by Springer. This book was released on 2017-06-30 with total page 166 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book, compiles, presents, and explains the most important meta-heuristic and evolutionary optimization algorithms whose successful performance has been proven in different fields of engineering, and it includes application of these algorithms to important engineering optimization problems. In addition, this book guides readers to studies that have implemented these algorithms by providing a literature review on developments and applications of each algorithm. This book is intended for students, but can be used by researchers and professionals in the area of engineering optimization.

Bio-Inspired Artificial Intelligence

Author : Dario Floreano
Publisher : MIT Press
ISBN 13 : 0262547732
Total Pages : 674 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (625 download)

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Download or read book Bio-Inspired Artificial Intelligence written by Dario Floreano and published by MIT Press. This book was released on 2023-04-04 with total page 674 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A comprehensive introduction to new approaches in artificial intelligence and robotics that are inspired by self-organizing biological processes and structures. New approaches to artificial intelligence spring from the idea that intelligence emerges as much from cells, bodies, and societies as it does from evolution, development, and learning. Traditionally, artificial intelligence has been concerned with reproducing the abilities of human brains; newer approaches take inspiration from a wider range of biological structures that that are capable of autonomous self-organization. Examples of these new approaches include evolutionary computation and evolutionary electronics, artificial neural networks, immune systems, biorobotics, and swarm intelligence—to mention only a few. This book offers a comprehensive introduction to the emerging field of biologically inspired artificial intelligence that can be used as an upper-level text or as a reference for researchers. Each chapter presents computational approaches inspired by a different biological system; each begins with background information about the biological system and then proceeds to develop computational models that make use of biological concepts. The chapters cover evolutionary computation and electronics; cellular systems; neural systems, including neuromorphic engineering; developmental systems; immune systems; behavioral systems—including several approaches to robotics, including behavior-based, bio-mimetic, epigenetic, and evolutionary robots; and collective systems, including swarm robotics as well as cooperative and competitive co-evolving systems. Chapters end with a concluding overview and suggested reading.

Nature-Inspired Optimization Algorithms

Author : Xin-She Yang
Publisher : Elsevier
ISBN 13 : 0124167454
Total Pages : 277 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (241 download)

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Download or read book Nature-Inspired Optimization Algorithms written by Xin-She Yang and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2014-02-17 with total page 277 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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