Controllability of Fractional-Order Particle Swarm Optimizer and Its Application in the Classification of Heart Disease

This study proposes a method to improve fractional-order particle swarm optimizer to overcome the shortcomings of traditional swarm algorithms, such as low search accuracy in a high-dimensional space, falling into local minimums, and nonrobust results. In natural phenomena, our controllable fractional-order particle swarm optimizer can explore search spaces in detail to obtain high resolutions. Moreover, the proposed algorithm is memorable, i.e., position updates focus on the particle position of previous and last generations, rendering it conservative when updating the position, and obtained results are robust. For verifying the algorithm’s effectiveness, 11 test functions compare the average value, overall best value, and standard deviation of the controllable fractional-order particle swarm optimizer and controllable particle swarm optimizer; experimental results show that the stability of the former is better than the latter. Furthermore, the solution position found by the controllable fractional-order particle swarm optimizer is more reliable. Therefore, the improved method proposed herein is effective. Moreover, this research describes how a heart disease prediction application uses the optimizer we proposed to optimize XGBoost hyperparameters with custom target values. The final verification of the obtained prediction model is effective and reliable, which shows the controllability of our proposed fractional-order particle swarm optimizer.

A Novel Learning-Based Binarization Scheme Selector for Swarm Algorithms Solving Combinatorial Problems

Currently, industry is undergoing an exponential increase in binary-based combinatorial problems. In this regard, metaheuristics have been a common trend in the field in order to design approaches to successfully solve them. Thus, a well-known strategy includes the employment of continuous swarm-based algorithms transformed to perform in binary environments. In this work, we propose a hybrid approach that contains discrete smartly adapted population-based strategies to efficiently tackle binary-based problems. The proposed approach employs a reinforcement learning technique, known as SARSA (State–Action–Reward–State–Action), in order to utilize knowledge based on the run time. In order to test the viability and competitiveness of our proposal, we compare discrete state-of-the-art algorithms smartly assisted by SARSA. Finally, we illustrate interesting results where the proposed hybrid outperforms other approaches, thus, providing a novel option to tackle these types of problems in industry.

Computational Models of Evolutionary and Swarm Bio Heuristics (Review)

omputational models of evolutionary and swarm algorithms using nature-inspired mechanisms of self-organization and learning are presented. Experimental results are presented for the problem of placing a graph on a plane with the minimum total length of the graph edges.

Swarm intelligence in the problems of detecting anomalies and states of natural-technical systems and objects

An approach to solving the problem of detecting and classifying anomalies and states of natural-technical systems and objects using swarm intelligence methods is considered. The main directions of development of the proposed approach include ant algorithms, bee swarm algorithms, and the particle swarm method. The structure of the swarm intelligence system of decision support based on collective preference rules is proposed. The application of the proposed approach makes it possible to optimize the processes of processing, analysis, integration of heterogeneous data, to increase the sensitivity, reliability and efficiency of decisions made.

A review for using swarm intelligence in architectural engineering

Swarm intelligence algorithms are natural-inspired computational methods that mimic the social interaction between creatures to solve certain problems. Swarmative computational architecture (SCA) is a novel nomenclature proposed by the authors to present the use of various swarm algorithms in solving architectural problems. It includes three main aspects: form generation/adaptation, performance evaluation, and optimization. This study provides a systematic review and comparative analysis for the major publications within the review scope. The correspondence between dynamic subjects and the objective functions for the optimization process is presented. Particularly, dynamic subjects such as building formation parameters and objective functions such as occupant comfort and energy consumption. The main results and criteria are categorized into the design approach, case study, form generation/adaptation, and performance evaluation/optimization. Finally, this review presents the current trends and highlights the gaps in the use of swarm algorithms to solve architectural engineering problems.

Fuzzy logic research work in Mexico motivated by Lotfi Zadeh

We provide in this article a short review of the research work that has been done in Mexico on developing new methods and theory for designing intelligent systems utilizing type-2 fuzzy systems in combination with soft computing techniques. Soft Computing (SC) is an area formed by intelligent paradigms, like fuzzy systems, neural networks, and bio-inspired and swarm algorithms, which may be utilized to build high performance hybrid systems. The combination of type-2 fuzzy systems with SC enables the constructing of efficient intelligent systems for solving complex problems in a wide diversity of areas, such as control, pattern recognition, medical diagnosis and others. We also recall some of the main moments and memories of encounters and meetings with the father of fuzzy logic (Prof. L. Zadeh), which were very positive and motivated us to continue his work and legacy.