... rights only Genetic algorithms Artificial intelligence The field of optimization plays a vital role in social production. It is widely used in scientific research and industrial production, such as mechanical design, power system planning, path selection and image segmentation. To solve...

...-sided assembly line approach for the first time. A genetic algorithm (GA)-based algorithm with ten different heuristic rules was used in this proposed model. 29 11 2018 27 02 2019 06 04 2019 30 04 2019 © Emerald Publishing Limited 2019 Emerald Publishing Limited Licensed...

... instead of balancing. The purpose of this paper is to propose an efficient algorithm approach for U-type assembly line re-balancing problem using stochastic task times. Design/methodology/approach In this paper, a genetic algorithm is proposed to solve approach for U-type assembly line re-balancing...

... and then solved using non-dominated sorting genetic algorithm and non-dominated ranking genetic algorithm. Then, they are ranked by TOPSIS along with analytical hierarchy process so-called analytic hierarchy process-technique for order of preference by similarity to ideal solution (AHP-TOPSIS). Findings...

... models are developed using integer linear programming and mixed integer linear programming. In addition, a hybrid genetic algorithm that minimizes total operation costs is developed. Findings Computational experiments demonstrate the superiority of the hybrid genetic algorithm over the mathematical...

... algorithm. Thus, the accuracy and the cost of the assembly of the reflector are both considered when establishing a more accurate and comprehensive evaluation criterion. Simulation Genetic algorithms Assembly Assembly sequence planning The large reflector antenna, which is always the most...

...Baoye Song; Zidong Wang; Li Sheng Purpose The purpose of this paper is to consider the smooth path planning problem for a mobile robot based on the genetic algorithm (GA) and the Bezier curve. Design/methodology/approach The workspace of a mobile robot is described by a new grid-based...

... can be contacted at: nategh@modares.ac.ir © Emerald Group Publishing Limited 2015 Robotics Microrobotics Compliant mechanisms Genetic algorithms Workspace Microhexapod Flexure joint Dexterity Micromanipulation has already instigated many researchers for its wide range...

... 0.09 micron. Findings By integrating with the genetic algorithm, the XY‐Table shortest moving path of the system is calculated to achieve the purpose of high‐speed inspection and automatic microlens array surface profile measurement. Originality/value The measurement results of this system were...

...K.F. Man; K.S. Tang; S. Kwong Genetic algorithms Design This book brings together a wide selection of relevant information on genetic algorithms (GA), which has already been implemented in a range of engineering disciplines. The first chapter introduces GA, their background...

... associated with Olympus in Japan. Intelligent mechatronics was reviewed by the new chairman of IEE’s Control Division, Geoff Roberts. © MCB UP Limited 1999 Automation Fuzzy logic Genetic algorithms Japan Mechatronics Neural networks Two events at the Institution of Electrical Engineers...