Practical Genetic Algorithms

by Randy L. Haupt, Sue Ellen Haupt

A tutorial on genetic algorithms with an emphasis on practical applications

The rapidly expanding field of genetic algorithms has given rise to many new applications in a variety of disciplines. However, most of the existing books on the subject concentrate on theory. Practical Genetic Algorithms is the first introductory-level book to emphasize practical applications through the use of example problems.

In an accessible style, the authors explain why the genetic algorithm is superior in many real-world applications, cover continuous parameter genetic algorithms, and provide in-depth trade-off analysis of genetic algorithm parameter selection. Written for the end user in engineering, science, and computer programming, as well as upper-level undergraduate and graduate students, Practical Genetic
* Provides numerous practical example problems
* Contains over 80 illustrations
* Features many figures and tables
* Includes three a glossary of terms, a list of genetic algorithm routines in pseudocode, and a list of symbols used in the book.

Genres: Science

192 pages, Hardcover

First published May 31, 1997

Reviews

[Daniel Maturana · Rating 3 out of 5]

Very straightforward and recipe-like without being shallow. Covers the most typical genetic algorithm topics and provides implementations in Matlab.

[Eidam289 · Rating 4 out of 5]

Nice pictures, nice explanations. In the books are explained even some other used optimization algorithms

[Atheer]

Useful book with easy to digest approach to GA. helped me to understand the GA toolbox in Matlab