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Niche Genetic Algorithm Based on Sexual Reproduction and Multimodal Function Optimization Problem

Niche Genetic Algorithm Based on Sexual Reproduction and Multimodal Function Optimization Problem

Yulong Tian, Tao Gao, Weifang Zhai, Yaying Hu, Xinfeng Li
Copyright: © 2011 |Volume: 3 |Issue: 1 |Pages: 9
ISSN: 1937-965X|EISSN: 1937-9668|EISBN13: 9781613505397|DOI: 10.4018/japuc.2011010102
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Tian, Yulong, et al. "Niche Genetic Algorithm Based on Sexual Reproduction and Multimodal Function Optimization Problem." IJAPUC vol.3, no.1 2011: pp.7-15. http://doi.org/10.4018/japuc.2011010102

APA

Tian, Y., Gao, T., Zhai, W., Hu, Y., & Li, X. (2011). Niche Genetic Algorithm Based on Sexual Reproduction and Multimodal Function Optimization Problem. International Journal of Advanced Pervasive and Ubiquitous Computing (IJAPUC), 3(1), 7-15. http://doi.org/10.4018/japuc.2011010102

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Tian, Yulong, et al. "Niche Genetic Algorithm Based on Sexual Reproduction and Multimodal Function Optimization Problem," International Journal of Advanced Pervasive and Ubiquitous Computing (IJAPUC) 3, no.1: 7-15. http://doi.org/10.4018/japuc.2011010102

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Abstract

In this paper, a genetic algorithm with sexual reproduction and niche selection technology is proposed. Simple genetic algorithm has been successfully applied to many evolutionary optimization problems. But there is a problem of premature convergence for complex multimodal functions. To solve it, the frame and realization of niche genetic algorithm based on sexual reproduction are presented. Age and sexual structures are given to the individuals referring the sexual reproduction and “niche” phenomena, importing the niche selection technology. During age and sexual operators, different evolutionary parameters are given to the individuals with different age and sexual structures. As a result, this genetic algorithm can combat premature convergence and keep the diversity of population. The testing for Rastrigin function and Shubert function proves that the niche genetic algorithm based on sexual reproduction is effective.

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