Lichtenberg algorithm: A novel hybrid physics-based meta-heuristic for global optimization

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Highlights:

• A new optimization algorithm based on Lichtenberg figure pattern is presented.

• Difussion Limited Aggregation is formulated to create new agents in search space.

• Lichtenberg figure pattern presents exploration–exploitation balance.

• Tested on complex functions and problems and compared with renowned metaheuristics.

摘要

•A new optimization algorithm based on Lichtenberg figure pattern is presented.•Difussion Limited Aggregation is formulated to create new agents in search space.•Lichtenberg figure pattern presents exploration–exploitation balance.•Tested on complex functions and problems and compared with renowned metaheuristics.

论文关键词:Lichtenberg Algorithm,Lichtenberg Figures,Lightning,Limited Diffusion Aggregation,Optimization,Metaheuristics

论文评审过程:Received 20 August 2020, Revised 19 November 2020, Accepted 18 December 2020, Available online 24 December 2020, Version of Record 12 January 2021.

论文官网地址:https://doi.org/10.1016/j.eswa.2020.114522