Scientific Reports,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
14(1)
Published: Oct. 19, 2024
The
Whale
Optimization
Algorithm
(WOA)
is
regarded
as
a
classic
metaheuristic
algorithm,
yet
it
suffers
from
limited
population
diversity,
imbalance
between
exploitation
and
exploration,
low
solution
accuracy.
In
this
paper,
we
propose
the
Spiral-Enhanced
(SEWOA),
which
incorporates
nonlinear
time-varying
self-adaptive
perturbation
strategy
an
Archimedean
spiral
structure
into
original
WOA.
enhances
diversity
of
space,
aiding
algorithm
in
escaping
local
optima.
optimization
dynamic
improves
algorithm's
search
capability
effectiveness
proposed
validated
multiple
perspectives
using
CEC2014
test
functions,
CEC2017
23
benchmark
functions.
experimental
results
demonstrate
that
enhanced
significantly
balances
global
search,
Additionally,
SEWOA
exhibits
excellent
performance
solving
three
engineering
design
problems,
showcasing
its
value
wide
range
potential
applications.
Scientific Reports,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
13(1)
Published: May 31, 2023
This
paper
introduces
a
new
bio-inspired
metaheuristic
algorithm
called
Walrus
Optimization
Algorithm
(WaOA),
which
mimics
walrus
behaviors
in
nature.
The
fundamental
inspirations
employed
WaOA
design
are
the
process
of
feeding,
migrating,
escaping,
and
fighting
predators.
implementation
steps
mathematically
modeled
three
phases
exploration,
migration,
exploitation.
Sixty-eight
standard
benchmark
functions
consisting
unimodal,
high-dimensional
multimodal,
fixed-dimensional
CEC
2015
test
suite,
2017
suite
to
evaluate
performance
optimization
applications.
results
unimodal
indicate
exploitation
ability
WaOA,
multimodal
exploration
suites
high
balancing
during
search
process.
is
compared
with
ten
well-known
algorithms.
simulations
demonstrate
that
due
its
excellent
balance
exploitation,
capacity
deliver
superior
for
most
functions,
has
exhibited
remarkably
competitive
contrast
other
comparable
In
addition,
use
addressing
four
engineering
issues
twenty-two
real-world
problems
from
2011
demonstrates
apparent
effectiveness
MATLAB
codes
available
https://uk.mathworks.com/matlabcentral/profile/authors/13903104
.
Scientific Reports,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
14(1)
Published: Feb. 11, 2024
Abstract
The
parameter
identification
problem
of
photovoltaic
(PV)
models
is
classified
as
a
complex
nonlinear
optimization
that
cannot
be
accurately
solved
by
traditional
techniques.
Therefore,
metaheuristic
algorithms
have
been
recently
used
to
solve
this
due
their
potential
approximate
the
optimal
solution
for
several
complicated
problems.
Despite
that,
existing
still
suffer
from
sluggish
convergence
rates
and
stagnation
in
local
optima
when
applied
tackle
problem.
study
presents
new
estimation
technique,
namely
HKOA,
based
on
integrating
published
Kepler
algorithm
(KOA)
with
ranking-based
update
exploitation
improvement
mechanisms
estimate
unknown
parameters
third-,
single-,
double-diode
models.
former
mechanism
aims
at
promoting
KOA’s
exploration
operator
diminish
getting
stuck
optima,
while
latter
strengthen
its
faster
converge
solution.
Both
KOA
HKOA
are
validated
using
RTC
France
solar
cell
five
PV
modules,
including
Photowatt-PWP201,
Ultra
85-P,
STP6-120/36,
STM6-40/36,
show
efficiency
stability.
In
addition,
they
extensively
compared
techniques
effectiveness.
According
experimental
findings,
strong
alternative
method
estimating
because
it
can
yield
substantially
different
superior
findings
Alexandria Engineering Journal,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
91, P. 348 - 367
Published: Feb. 19, 2024
Honey
badger
algorithm
(HBA)
is
a
recent
swarm-based
metaheuristic
that
excels
in
simplicity
and
high
exploitation
capability.
However,
it
suffers
from
some
limitations
including
weak
exploration
capacity
an
imbalance
between
exploitation.
In
this
paper,
improved
honey
called
ODEHBA
proposed
to
improve
the
performance
of
basic
HBA.
Firstly,
orthogonal
opposition-based
learning
technique
employed
assist
population
escaping
local
optimum.
Secondly,
differential
evolution
utilized
ensure
enrichment
diversity
enhance
convergence
speed.
Finally,
capability
boosted
by
equilibrium
pool
strategy.
To
validate
efficacy
ODEHBA,
compared
with
13
well-known
algorithms
on
CEC2022
benchmark
test
sets.
Friedman
Wilcoxon
rank-sum
are
assess
ODEHBA.
Furthermore,
three
engineering
design
problems
Internet
Vehicles
(IoV)
routing
problem
applied
The
simulation
results
demonstrate
solving
complex
numerical
problems,
design,
IoV
problems.
This
holds
significant
practical
implications
for
cost
reduction
resource
utilization.
Alexandria Engineering Journal,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
87, P. 543 - 573
Published: Jan. 1, 2024
The
butterfly
optimization
algorithm
(BOA)
is
a
meta-heuristic
that
mimics
foraging
and
mating
behavior
of
butterflies.
In
order
to
alleviate
the
problems
slow
convergence,
local
optimum
lack
population
diversity
BOA,
an
enhanced
adaptive
(EABOA)
proposed
in
this
paper.
First,
new
fragrance
model
designed,
which
provided
finer
perception
way
effectively
convergence
speed
accuracy.
Second,
Lévy
flight
with
high-frequency
short-step
jumping
low-frequency
long-step
walking
adopted
help
jump
out
optimum.
Third,
dimension
learning-based
hunting
employed
enhance
information
exchange
by
creating
neighbors
for
each
butterfly,
thus
improving
balance
between
global
search
maintaining
diversity.
addition,
Fitness-Distance-Constraint
(FDC)
method
introduced
constraint
handling
EABOA
(named
FDC-EABOA).
compared
8
well-known
algorithms
BOA
variants
CEC
2022
test
suite
results
were
statistically
analyzed
using
Friedman,
Friedman
aligned
rank,
Wilcoxon
signed
Quade
rank
multiple
comparisons,
analysis
variance
(ANOVA)
range
analysis.
Finally,
FDC-EABOA
are
applied
seven
engineering
(parameter
identification
photovoltaic
module
model,
reducer
design,
tension/compression
spring
pressure
vessel
gear
train
welded
beam
SOPWM
3-level
inverters),
metrics
such
as
Improvement
Index
(IF)
Mean
Constraint
Violation
(MV)
confirm
satisfactory.
Experimental
statistical
show
outperform
comparison
demonstrate
strong
potential
solving
numerical
design
problems.
Scientific Reports,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
14(1)
Published: Feb. 26, 2024
The
effective
meta-heuristic
technique
known
as
the
grey
wolf
optimizer
(GWO)
has
shown
its
proficiency.
However,
due
to
reliance
on
alpha
for
guiding
position
updates
of
search
agents,
risk
being
trapped
in
a
local
optimal
solution
is
notable.
Furthermore,
during
stagnation,
convergence
other
wolves
towards
this
results
lack
diversity
within
population.
Hence,
research
introduces
an
enhanced
version
GWO
algorithm
designed
tackle
numerical
optimization
challenges.
incorporates
innovative
approaches
such
Chaotic
Opposition
Learning
(COL),
Mirror
Reflection
Strategy
(MRS),
and
Worst
Individual
Disturbance
(WID),
it's
called
CMWGWO.
MRS,
particular,
empowers
certain
extend
their
exploration
range,
thus
enhancing
global
capability.
By
employing
COL,
diversification
intensified,
leading
reduced
improved
precision,
overall
boost
accuracy.
integration
WID
fosters
more
information
exchange
between
least
most
successful
wolves,
facilitating
exit
from
optima
significantly
potential.
To
validate
superiority
CMWGWO,
comprehensive
evaluation
conducted.
A
wide
array
23
benchmark
functions,
spanning
dimensions
30
500,
ten
CEC19
three
engineering
problems
are
used
experimentation.
empirical
findings
vividly
demonstrate
that
CMWGWO
surpasses
original
terms
accuracy
robust
capabilities.