Reservoir flood control operation based on chaotic particle swarm optimization algorithm

Reservoir flood control operation is a complex engineering optimization problem with a large number of constraints. In order to solve this problem, a chaotic particle swarm optimization (CPSO) algorithm based on the improved logistic map is presented, which uses the discharge flow process as the decision variables combined with the death penalty function. According to the principle of maximum eliminating flood peak, a novel flood control operation model has been established with the goal of minimum standard deviation of the discharge flow process. At the same time, a piecewise linear interpolation function (PLIF) is applied to deal with the constraints for solving objective function. The performance of the proposed model and method is evaluated on two typical floods of Three Gorges reservoir. In comparison with existing models and other algorithms, the proposed model and algorithm can generate better solutions with the minimal flood peak discharge and the maximal peak-clipping rate for reservoir flood control operation.     

Balancing exploration and exploitation with adaptive variation for evolutionary multi-objective optimization

Although recent studies have shown that evolutionary algorithms are effective tools for solving multi-objective optimization problems, their performances are often bottlenecked by the suitability of the evolutionary operators with respect to the optimization problem at hand and their corresponding parametric settings. To adapt the search dynamic of evolutionary operation in multi-objective optimization, this paper proposes an adaptive variation operator that exploits the chromosomal structure of binary representation and synergizes the function of crossover and mutation. The overall search ability is deterministically tuned online to maintain a balance between extensive exploration and local fine-tuning at different stages of the evolutionary search. Also, the coordination between the two variation operators is achieved by means of an adaptive control that ensures an efficient exchange of information between the different chromosomal sub-structures throughout the evolutionary search. Extensive comparative studies with several representative variation operators are performed on different benchmark problems and significant algorithmic performance improvements in terms of proximity, uniformity and diversity are obtained with the incorporation of the proposed adaptive variation operator into the evolutionary multi-objective optimization process.     

Approximating the irregularly shaped Pareto front of multi-objective reservoir flood control operation problem

Decomposition based multi-objective evolutionary algorithm (MOEA/D) has been proved to be effective on multi-objective optimization problems. However, it fails to achieve satisfactory coverage and uniformity on problems with irregularly shaped Pareto fronts, like the reservoir flood control operation (RFCO) problem. To enhance the performance of MOEA/D on the real-world RFCO problem, a Pareto front relevant (PFR) decomposition method is developed in this paper. Different front the decomposition method in the original MOEA/D which is based on a unique reference point (i.e. the estimated ideal point), the PFR decomposition method uses a set of reference points which are uniformly sampled from the fitting model of the obtained Pareto front. As a result, the PFR decomposition method can provide more flexible adaptation to the Pareto front shapes of the target problems. Experimental studies on benchmark problems and typical RFCO problems at Ankang reservoir have illustrated that the proposed PFR decomposition method significantly improves the adaptivity of MOEA/D to the complex Pareto front shape of the RFCO problem and performs better both in terms of coverage and uniformity.     

A multi-objective optimization approach for invasive species control

In this paper, we formulate and analyse a long-term multi-objective dynamic model for controlling invasive species. This optimization framework is then applied to the case of buffelgrass control in the Arizona desert. The proposed model simultaneously optimizes three objectives corresponding to three different valued and threatened resources including saguaros (a native cactus species), buildings and vegetation. The model is used to decide the optimal allocation of labour to these resources to control the population of the species in a multi-period planning horizon. The computational method to solve this problem is based on multi-objective integer programming.     

Three-person multi-objective conflict decision in reservoir flood control

Reservoir flood control decisions are often compromised by various parties with conflicting benefits. In this paper, a three-person multi-objective conflict decision model is presented for reservoir flood control. In order to obtain the group decision, the ideal bargaining solution is first sought by two stages satisfying programming and then the decision alternative is chosen using the fuzzy pattern recognition. The advantages of this model are simple and more adaptable to the real problem. The model is demonstrated by application to Fengman Reservoir in China.     

考虑油膜动态过程的海上溢油应急物资调度优化

针对溢油应急响应中海上油膜所具有的动态特性,综合考虑需求点的时变物资需求、运输网络的不确定性以及物资调度决策与外部决策环境之间的相互作用关系之后,构建了效率目标与成本目标相结合的多目标海上溢油应急物资调度优化模型。根据模型的特点,提出了一种基于鲸鱼算法的求解方法。该算法利用非线性收敛因子克服了算法后期易陷入局部最优的不足,同时还引入小生境共享机制以确保解的多样性。最后,通过仿真案例对模型与算法的有效性与可行性进行了验证。结果表明,该方法可以为决策者提供高质量的决策支持。     

不确定环境下基于时间、费用及鲁棒性权衡的多目标项目调度优化

项目调度中的时间和费用是两个重要的指标,而在不确定环境下进度计划的鲁棒性则是保证项目平稳实施的关键。本文研究不确定环境下的多目标项目调度优化问题,以优化项目的工期、鲁棒值和成本为目标安排各活动的开始时间。基于此,作者构建多目标项目调度优化模型,将模型分解为三个子模型分析目标间的权衡关系,然后设计非劣排序遗传算法进行求解,应用精英保留策略和基于子模型权衡关系的优化策略优化算法,进行算法测试和算例参数敏感性分析。最后,应用上述方法研究一个项目实例,计算得到非劣解集,实例的敏感性分析结果进一步验证了三个目标间的权衡关系,据此提出资源的有效利用策略。本文的研究可以为多目标项目调度制定进度计划提供定量化决策支持。     

Numerical Experiences with New Truncated Newton Methods in Large Scale Unconstrained Optimization

Recently, in [12] a very general class oftruncated Newton methods has been proposed for solving large scale unconstrained optimization problems. In this work we present the results of an extensive numericalexperience obtained by different algorithms which belong to the preceding class. This numerical study, besides investigating which arethe best algorithmic choices of the proposed approach, clarifies some significant points which underlies every truncated Newton based algorithm.     

A combined constraint handling framework: an empirical study

This paper presents a new combined constraint handling framework (CCHF) for solving constrained optimization problems (COPs). The framework combines promising aspects of different constraint handling techniques (CHTs) in different situations with consideration of problem characteristics. In order to realize the framework, the features of two popular used CHTs (i.e., Deb’s feasibility-based rule and multi-objective optimization technique) are firstly studied based on their relationship with penalty function method. And then, a general relationship between problem characteristics and CHTs in different situations (i.e., infeasible situation, semi-feasible situation, and feasible situation) is empirically obtained. Finally, CCHF is proposed based on the corresponding relationship. Also, for the first time, this paper demonstrates that multi-objective optimization technique essentially can be expressed in the form of penalty function method. As CCHF combines promising aspects of different CHTs, it shows good performance on the 22 well-known benchmark test functions. In general, it is comparable to the other four differential evolution-based approaches and five dynamic or ensemble state-of-the-art approaches for constrained optimization.     

非凸多目标优化模型的一类鲁棒逼近最优性条件

通过引入一类非凸多目标不确定优化问题，借助鲁棒优化方法，先建立了该不确定多目标优化问题的鲁棒对应模型；再借助标量化方法和广义次微分性质，刻画了该不确定多目标优化问题的鲁棒拟逼近有效解的最优性条件，推广和改进了相关文献的结论.     

智能电网下考虑风险的供电企业购电优化模型

针对智能电网带给供电企业购电决策的影响,提出了一种考虑风险的购电优化决策方法。智能电网建设并开展运营,发电侧考虑接纳更多的可再生能源发电,用电侧智能用电设备的使用导致主动负荷的出现等,这一系列变化给智能电网环境下供电企业购电决策带来一定程度的风险。首先,考虑了智能电网下负荷与风电出力不确定性给供电企业经营带来的风险,采用风险元传递理论与多目标规划理论,建立智能电网购电优化模型。然后,提出采用约束多目标粒子群优化算法(CMOPSO)对模型进行求解思路;最后,算例说明该模型的可行性,研究成果为我国智能电网运营风险管理提供新方法、新思路。     

服务大规模定制模式下的供应链调度优化

为了提升服务大规模定制(SMC)模式下供应链系统的运作柔性,应对客户较强的多样化需求特征,本文在对服务定制特征分析、服务阶段界定以及服务规模效应探讨的基础上,指出SCM模式下的供应链调度问题是一个典型的随机需求与随机资源约束的多目标动态优化问题。研究了SMC模式下供应链调度的优化目标与约束条件,建立了完整的随机多目标动态调度优化数学模型。基于SMC运作的特点,运用改进的蚁群算法对调度问题进行了求解。最后,通过实例分析了模型及算法的可行性、有效性及适用性。     

Fuzzy criteria for feature selection

The presence of less relevant or highly correlated features often decrease classification accuracy. Feature selection in which most informative variables are selected for model generation is an important step in data-driven modeling. In feature selection, one often tries to satisfy multiple criteria such as feature discriminating power, model performance or subset cardinality. Therefore, a multi-objective formulation of the feature selection problem is more appropriate. In this paper, we propose to use fuzzy criteria in feature selection by using a fuzzy decision making framework. This formulation allows for a more flexible definition of the goals in feature selection, and avoids the problem of weighting different goals is classical multi-objective optimization. The optimization problem is solved using an ant colony optimization algorithm proposed in our previous work. We illustrate the added value of the approach by applying our proposed fuzzy feature selection algorithm to eight benchmark problems.     

Robust bi-level optimization of relief logistics operations

In this paper, a robust bi-level optimization model is developed for a supply–distribution relief network under uncertainty in demand and supply parameters. It optimizes the relief operating costs as well as considering a penalty term for unsatisfied victims’ demands. Moreover, the proposed framework optimizes the relief commodity flow in a relief chain along with the supply risk minimization by identifying the suppliers with a lower risk. This paper proposes an integrated optimization method in which the supply risk value for each supplier is obtained via the TOPSIS method. Next, these values are utilized in a robust bi-level model to select appropriate suppliers and allocate orders. Finally, the robustness and effectiveness of the proposed model are demonstrated by a case of flood disaster.     

Fireworks algorithm framework for Big Data optimization

This paper presents a novel optimization framework based on the Fireworks Algorithm for Big Data Optimization problems. Indeed, the proposed framework is composed of two optimization algorithms. A single objective Fireworks Algorithm and a multi-objective Fireworks Algorithm are proposed for solving the Big Optimization of Signals problem “Big-OPT” which belongs to the Big Data Optimization problems class. The single objective Fireworks Algorithm adopts a modified search mechanism to ensure rapidity and preserve the explorative capacities of the basic Fireworks Algorithm. Afterward, the algorithm is extended to handle multi-objective optimization of Big-OPT with a supplementary special sparks phase and a novel strategy for next generation selection. To validate the performance of the framework, extensive tests on six EEG datasets are performed. The framework is also compared with several approaches from recent state of the art. The study concludes the competitive performance of the proposed framework in comparison with the other techniques reported in this paper.     

Using multi-objective evolutionary algorithms for single-objective optimization

In recent decades, several multi-objective evolutionary algorithms have been successfully applied to a wide variety of multi-objective optimization problems. Along the way, several new concepts, paradigms and methods have emerged. Additionally, some authors have claimed that the application of multi-objective approaches might be useful even in single-objective optimization. Thus, several guidelines for solving single-objective optimization problems using multi-objective methods have been proposed. This paper offers a survey of the main methods that allow the use of multi-objective schemes for single-objective optimization. In addition, several open topics and some possible paths of future work in this area are identified.     

A green train scheduling model and fuzzy multi-objective optimization algorithm

Train scheduling model is traditionally formulated to minimize the energy consumption for reducing the operation cost. As the European Union formulates the first carbon emission trading scheme in the world, it is necessary to extend the operation cost to include the expenses for buying/selling the carbon emission allowances. In this paper, we propose a multi-objective train scheduling model by minimizing the energy and carbon emission cost as well as the total passenger-time, and named it as green train scheduling model. For obtaining a non-dominated timetable which has equal satisfactory degree on both objectives, we apply a fuzzy multi-objective optimization algorithm to solve the model. Finally, we perform two numerical examples to illustrate the efficiency of the proposed model and solution methodology.     

基于人机交互—蚁群算法的港口疏船调度优化

为解决因港口无法正常作业导致大量船舶压港后的疏船调度问题,从同时兼顾船公司和港口方利益出发,建立了船舶平均在港时间最短、额外作业成本最低、生产秩序恢复最快的调度生产多目标优化模型。利用多属性效用理论将多目标转换为单目标,并构建了相应的评价函数,采用改进的蚁群算法并结合人机交互以及邻域搜索方法求解,最后以大连港集装箱码头实际案例进行验证。结果表明,与通常调度方法相比,文中建立的优化模型能够更好地解决疏船问题;对比常规的蚁群算法,改进后的算法搜索效率更高。上述模型和算法为集装箱码头的生产组织调度提供了新的优化思路和方法。     

梯级水库群防洪系统多目标决策的灰色优选

将传统的优化技术与新发展起来的灰关联决策理论有机地结合起来,针对洪水调度的特点,提出了一个切实可行的梯级水库群洪水调度方案决策的灰色优选模型.最后,以乌江流域4个梯级电站的洪水调度方案优选进行了说明.