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Genetic Algorithms

In: Handbook of Heuristics

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  • Carlos García-Martínez

    (University of Córdoba, Computer Science and Numerical Analysis)

  • Francisco J. Rodriguez

    (University of Granada, Department of Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence)

  • Manuel Lozano

    (University of Granada, Department of Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence)

Abstract

This chapter presents the fundamental concepts of genetic algorithms (GAs) that have become an essential tool for solving optimization problems in a wide variety of fields. The first part of this chapter is devoted to the revision of the basic components for the design of GAs. We illustrate this construction process through its application for solving three widely known optimization problems such as knapsack problem, traveling salesperson problem, and real-parameter optimization. The second part of the chapter focuses on the study of diversification techniques that represent a fundamental issue in order to achieve an effective search in GAs. In fact, analyzing its diversity has led to the presentation of numerous GA models in the literature. Similarly, the hybridization with other metaheuristics and optimization methods has become a very fruitful research area. The third part of the chapter is dedicated to the study of these hybrid methods. In closing, in the fourth part, we outline the wide spectrum of application areas that shows the level of maturity and the wide research community of the GA field.

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  • Carlos García-Martínez & Francisco J. Rodriguez & Manuel Lozano, 2025. "Genetic Algorithms," Springer Books, in: Rafael Martí & Panos M. Pardalos & Mauricio G.C. Resende (ed.), Handbook of Heuristics, edition 0, chapter 22, pages 627-662, Springer.
    • Handle: RePEc:spr:sprchp:978-3-032-00385-0_28
    DOI: 10.1007/978-3-032-00385-0_28
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