Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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493888 | Swarm and Evolutionary Computation | 2011 | 13 Pages |
Abstract
In this paper we present a conceptual framework for parameter tuning, provide a survey of tuning methods, and discuss related methodological issues. The framework is based on a three-tier hierarchy of a problem, an evolutionary algorithm (EA), and a tuner. Furthermore, we distinguish problem instances, parameters, and EA performance measures as major factors, and discuss how tuning can be directed to algorithm performance and/or robustness. For the survey part we establish different taxonomies to categorize tuning methods and review existing work. Finally, we elaborate on how tuning can improve methodology by facilitating well-funded experimental comparisons and algorithm analysis.
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Authors
A.E. Eiben, S.K. Smit,