Abstract: Harmony search algorithm (HSA) is extensively utilized in engineering optimization. Nevertheless, it encounters problems of slow convergence and reduced accuracy, which hinder its capability ...

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Abstract: Evolutionary algorithms serve as a pivotal tool in addressing closed box problems, finding widespread applications across diverse academic disciplines and engineering domains. Despite their ...