Foraging-Inspired Optimisation Algorithms (Natural Computing Series)

"This book is an introduction to relevant aspects of the foraging literature for algorithmic design, and an overview of key families of optimization algorithms that stem from a foraging metaphor. The authors first offer perspectives on foraging and foraging-inspired algorithms for optimization, they then explain the techniques inspired by the behaviors of vertebrates, invertebrates, and non-neuronal organisms, and they then discuss algorithms based on formal models of foraging, how to evolve a foraging strategy, and likely future developments. No prior knowledge of natural computing is assumed. This book will be of particular interest to graduate students, academics and practitioners in computer science, informatics, data science, management science, and other application domains." -- Read more... Abstract: This book is an introduction to relevant aspects of the foraging literature for algorithmic design, and an overview of key families of optimization algorithms that stem from a foraging metaphor. Read more... Front Matter ....Pages I-XVIII Introduction (Anthony Brabazon, Seán McGarraghy)....Pages 1-17 Front Matter ....Pages 19-21 Formal Models of Foraging (Anthony Brabazon, Seán McGarraghy)....Pages 23-44 Sensory Modalities (Anthony Brabazon, Seán McGarraghy)....Pages 45-63 Individual and Social Learning (Anthony Brabazon, Seán McGarraghy)....Pages 65-82 Front Matter ....Pages 83-85 Introduction to Foraging-Inspired Algorithms (Anthony Brabazon, Seán McGarraghy)....Pages 87-101 Front Matter ....Pages 103-105 Mammal Foraging Algorithms (Anthony Brabazon, Seán McGarraghy)....Pages 107-136 Bird Foraging Algorithms (Anthony Brabazon, Seán McGarraghy)....Pages 137-146 Aquatic Foraging Algorithms (Anthony Brabazon, Seán McGarraghy)....Pages 147-166 Front Matter ....Pages 167-169 Ant Foraging Algorithms (Anthony Brabazon, Seán McGarraghy)....Pages 171-201 Honeybee Foraging Algorithms (Anthony Brabazon, Seán McGarraghy)....Pages 203-219 Bioluminescence Foraging Algorithms (Anthony Brabazon, Seán McGarraghy)....Pages 221-235 Spider and Antlion Foraging Algorithms (Anthony Brabazon, Seán McGarraghy)....Pages 237-251 Worm Foraging Algorithm (Anthony Brabazon, Seán McGarraghy)....Pages 253-262 Front Matter ....Pages 263-266 Bacterial and Viral Foraging Algorithms (Anthony Brabazon, Seán McGarraghy)....Pages 267-295 Slime Mould and Fungal Foraging Algorithms (Anthony Brabazon, Seán McGarraghy)....Pages 297-330 Plant Foraging Algorithms (Anthony Brabazon, Seán McGarraghy)....Pages 331-380 Front Matter ....Pages 381-383 Foraging Models and Algorithms (Anthony Brabazon, Seán McGarraghy)....Pages 385-403 Front Matter ....Pages 405-407 Evolving Foraging Algorithms (Anthony Brabazon, Seán McGarraghy)....Pages 409-419 Front Matter ....Pages 421-423 Looking to the Future (Anthony Brabazon, Seán McGarraghy)....Pages 425-433 Back Matter ....Pages 435-478