In this paper, a novel nature-inspired meta-heuristic known as Crested Porcupine Optimizer
(CPO) and inspired by various defensive behaviors of crested porcupine (CP) is proposed …

This paper proposes a novel metaheuristic algorithm called Chimp Optimization Algorithm
(ChOA) inspired by the individual intelligence and sexual motivation of chimps in their group …

The demands for renewable energy generation are progressively expanding because of
environmental safety concerns. Renewable energy is power generated from sources that …

Optimization techniques have drawn much attention for solving geotechnical engineering
problems in recent years. Particle swarm optimization (PSO) is one of the most widely used …

In order to maximize the benefit of solar panels, it is crucial to enhance the operating
efficiency of PV systems. Usually, the PV arrays are exposed to harsh outdoor operating …

Evolutionary population dynamics (EPD) deal with the removal of poor individuals in nature.
It has been proven that this operator is able to improve the median fitness of the whole …

The development of the meta-heuristic algorithms for solving the optimization problems and
constrained engineering problems is one of the topics of interest to researchers in recent …

Metaheuristic algorithms are currently being studied in depth by many scholars, and it is an
important task to improve the learning and adaptive capabilities of the algorithms so that …

These days, a sizable number of meta-heuristic algorithms are utilized to address many
problems with numerous variables and huge complexity. One of the most popular swarm …

Abstract Whale Optimization Algorithm (WOA) is a key tool for solving complex engineering
optimization problems, aiming at adjusting important parameters to satisfy constraints and …