Practical Genetic Algorithms
2nd Edition
Published on 16. July 2004
272 pages
978-0-471-67175-6 (ISBN)
Description
* This book deals with the fundamentals of genetic algorithms andtheir applications in a variety of different areas of engineeringand science
* Most significant update to the second edition is the MATLAB codesthat accompany the text
* Provides a thorough discussion of hybrid genetic algorithms
* Features more examples than first edition
Reviews / Votes
"Statisticians and computing scientists will like this book verymuch and will benefit greatly from it." (Journal of StatisticalComputation and Simulation, November 2005) "...an excellent introduction to the world of optimizationwith its distinct vocabulary and tools." (Journal of theAmerican Statistical Association, September 2005) "I recommend it highly to anyone who is interested in trying toexplore this powerful tool to optimization problems in his or herarea of interest." (International Journal of GeneralSystems, June 2005) "...a nice step-by-step introduction to genetic algorithms(GA) which is specifically designed for practitioners..."(Journal of Intelligent & Fuzzy Systems, Vol. 16, No. 2,2005) "This book is very nice to read. It is ideal for someinteresting evening study." (Technometrics, May 2005) "...this book is a worthwhile addition to any course inoptimization and/or Gas. It could also serve as a practical guideand template source for researchers..." (ComputingReviews.com, September 30, 2004)More details
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Randy L. Haupt | Sue Ellen Haupt
Practical Genetic Algorithms
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06/2004
2nd Edition
Wiley
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Persons
RANDY L. HAUPT, PhD, is Department Head and Senior Scientistat The Pennsylvania State University Applied Research Laboratory,State College, Pennsylvania.
SUE ELLEN HAUPT, PhD, is a Senior Research Associate inthe Computational Mechanics Division of The Pennsylvania StateUniversity Applied Research Laboratory, State College,Pennsylvania.
Both Randy and Sue Ellen Haupt are renowned experts in the field ofgenetic algorithms in engineering and science applications.
Content
Preface.
Preface to First Edition.
List of Symbols.
1. Introduction to Optimization.
1.1 Finding the Best Solution.
1.2 Minimum-Seeking Algorithms.
1.3 Natural Optimization Methods.
1.4 Biological Optimization: Natural Selection.
1.5 The Genetic Algorithm.
2. The Binary Genetic Algorithm.
2.1 Genetic Algorithms: Natural Selection on a Computer.
2.2 Components of a Binary Genetic Algorithm.
2.3 A Parting Look.
3. The Continuous Genetic Algorithm.
3.1 Components of a Continuous Genetic Algorithm.
3.2 A Parting Look.
4. Basic Applications.
4.1 "Mary Had a Little Lamb".
4.2 Algorithmic Creativity-Genetic Art.
4.3 Word Guess.
4.4 Locating an Emergency Response Unit.
4.5 Antenna Array Design.
4.6 The Evolution of Horses.
4.7 Summary.
5. An Added Level of Sophistication.
5.1 Handling Expensive Cost Functions.
5.2 Multiple Objective Optimization.
5.3 Hybrid GA.
5.4 Gray Codes.
5.5 Gene Size.
5.6 Convergence.
5.7 Alternative Crossovers for Binary GAs.
5.8 Population.
5.9 Mutation.
5.10 Permutation Problems.
5.11 Selling GA Parameters.
5.12 Continuous versus Binary GA.
5.13 Messy Genetic Algorithms.
5.14 Parallel Genetic Algorithms.
6. Advanced Applications.
6.1 Traveling Salespersons Problem.
6.2 Locating an Emergency Response Unit Revisited.
6.3 Decoding a Secret Message.
6.4 Robot Trajectory Planning.
6.5 Stealth Design.
6.6 Building Dynamical Inverse Models-The Linear Case.
6.7 Building Dynamical Inverse Models-The Nonlinear Case.
6.8 Combining GAs with Simulations-Air Pollution ReceptorModeling.
6.9 Combining Methods Neural Nets with GAs.
6.10 Solving High-Order Nonlinear Partial DifferentialEquations.
7. More Natural Optimization Algorithms.
7.1 Simulated Annealing.
7.2 Particle Swarm Optimization (PSO).
7.3 Ant Colony Optimization (ACO).
7.4 Genetic Programming (GP).
7.5 Cultural Algorithms.
7.6 Evolutionary Strategies.
7.7 The Future of Genetic Algorithms.
Appendix I: Test Functions.
Appendix II: MATLAB Code.
Appendix III. High-Performance Fortran Code.
Glossary.
Index.
