Chapter One

Bio-inspired Algorithms

Abstract

This chapter provides a brief review of bio-inspiring algorithms and their importance to solve complex optimization problems in engineering. In addition, bio-inspired algorithms used throughout the rest of the book are briefly introduced. These include Particle Swarm Optimization, Artificial Bee Colony Algorithm, Micro Artificial Bee Colony Algorithm, Differential Evolution, and Bacterial Foraging Optimization Algorithm.

Keywords

Particle Swarm Optimization; Artificial Bee Colony Algorithm; Micro Artificial Bee Colony Algorithm; Differential Evolution; Bacterial Foraging Optimization Algorithm

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