Per the glossary of this introductory text, a genetic algorithm (GA) is a type of computation that models the biological genetic process by including crossover and mutation operators. R. Haupt (electrical engineering, U. of Nevada, Reno) and S. Haupt (atmospheric and oceanic science, U. of Colorado, Boulder) explain GA parameters, applications, and trends in computer modeling of natural processes. Includes a list of symbols, and rather than divorcing over which computer language codes to provide pseudocodes for customizing GAs. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.
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 Algorithms:
* Provides numerous practical example problems
* Contains over 80 illustrations
* Features many figures and tables
* Includes three appendices: a glossary of terms, a list of genetic algorithm routines in pseudocode, and a list of symbols used in the book.