Differential Evolution: In Search of Solutions / Edition 1

by Vitaliy Feoktistov

Overview

Differential evolution is one of the most recent global optimizers. Discovered in 1995 it rapidly proved its practical efficiency. This book gives you a chance to learn all about differential evolution. On reading it you will be able to profitably apply this reliable method to problems in your field. Asforme,mypassionforintelligentsystemsandoptimizationbeganasfar back as during my studies at Moscow State Technical University of Bauman, the best engineering school in Russia. At that time, I was gathering material for my future thesis. Being interested in my work, the Mining School of Paris proposed that I write a dissertation in France. I hesitated some time over a choice, but my natural curiosity and taste for noveltyfinally prevailed. At ´ present, Docteur ‘ es science en informatique de l’EcoledesMinesdeParis,I am concentrating on the development of my own enterprise. If optimization is my vocation, my hobbies are mathematics and music. Although mathematics disciplines the mind, music is—lled with emotions. While playing my favorite composition, I decided to write this book. The purpose of the book is to give, in a condensed but overview form, a description of differential evolution. In addition, this book makes accessible to a wide audience the fruits of my long research in optimization. Namely, I laid the foundation of the universal concept of search strategies design, suitable not only for differential evolution but for many other algorithms. Also, I introduced a principle of energetic selection, an efficient method of hybridization, and advanced paralleling techniques.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781441942340
Publisher:	Springer US
Publication date:	11/24/2010
Series:	Springer Optimization and Its Applications , #5
Edition description:	Softcover reprint of hardcover 1st ed. 2006
Pages:	196
Product dimensions:	6.10(w) x 9.25(h) x 0.02(d)

Table of Contents

Differential Evolution.- Neoteric Differential Evolution.- Strategies of Search.- Exploration and Exploitation.- New Performance Measures.- Transversal Differential Evolution.- On Analogy with Some Other Algorithms.- Energetic Selection Principle.- On Hybridization of Differential Evolution.- Applications.- End Notes.

Editorial Reviews

From the reviews:

"The book covers almost everything, including the latest developments, about the evolutionary meta-heuristic approach. … a well-written book which is enriched by the interesting writing style of the author. … The author is not only an expert in the field of the book, but also has had a great impact on its latest developments … . the stress of the book lies more on the practical side of the algorithm than on its theory, it is a good source for academia, science and especially practice." (Panos M. Pardalos, Mathematical Reviews, Issue 2007 e)

"The book deals with the neoteric differential evolution, strategies of search, transversal differential evolution, energetic selection principle, hybridization of differential evolution and applications. The writing style is very dynamic and nice, inviting the interested reader (students, teachers, engineers etc.) to learn more about this exciting subject." (Florin Gorunescu, Zentralblatt MATH, Vol. 1136 (14), 2008)

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