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Exploration in stochastic algorithms: An application on MAX-MIN Ant System

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Paola Pellegrini () (Department of Applied Mathematics, University of Venice)
Elena Moretti () (Department of Applied Mathematics, University of Venice)
Daniela Favaretto () (Department of Applied Mathematics, University of Venice)

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Abstract

In this paper a definition of the exploration performed by stochastic algorithms is proposed. It is based on the observation through cluster analysis of the solutions generated during a run. The probabilities associated by an algorithm to solution components are considered. Moreover, a consequent method for quantifying the exploration is provided. Such a measurement is applied to MAX-MIN Ant System. The results of the experimental analysis allow to observe the impact of the parameters of the algorithm on the exploration.

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Paper provided by Department of Applied Mathematics, University of Venice in its series Working Papers with number 169.

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Date of creation: Oct 2008
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Keywords: exploration; cluster analysis; MAX-MIN Ant System;

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C61 - Mathematical and Quantitative Methods - - Mathematical Methods and Programming - - - Optimization Techniques; Programming Models; Dynamic Analysis

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