Framework for Bat Algorithm Optimization Metaheuristic
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چکیده
This paper describes an object-oriented software system for continuous optimization by a new metaheuristic method, the Bat Algorithm, based on the echolocation behavior of bats. Bat algorithm was successfully used for many optimization problems and there is also a corresponding program in MATLAB. We implemented a modified version in C# which is easier for maintenance since it is object-oriented and which uses threads and significantly increases execution speed on multicore processors. The application includes flexible GUI (graphical user interface) and it was successfully tested on standard benchmark problems. Key-Words: Bat algorithm, Optimization metaheuristics, Software system, Swarm intelligence, Natureinspired algorithms
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