Applications of Metaheuristic Optimization Algorithms in Civil Engineering

  • A. Kaveh
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Table of contents

  1. Front Matter
    Pages i-xvi
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  2. Introduction
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    Pages 1-8
  3. Optimum Design of Castellated Beams Using the Tug of War Algorithm
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    Pages 9-30
  4. Optimum Design of Multi-span Composite Box Girder Bridges Using Cuckoo Search Algorithm
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    Pages 31-46
  5. Sizing Optimization of Skeletal Structures Using the Enhanced Whale Optimization Algorithm
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    Pages 47-69
  6. Size and Geometry Optimization of Double-Layer Grids Using the CBO and ECBO Algorithms
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    Pages 71-89
  7. Sizing and Geometry Optimization of Different Mechanical Systems of Domes via the ECBO Algorithm
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    Pages 91-116
  8. Simultaneous Shape–Size Optimization of Single-Layer Barrel Vaults Using an Improved Magnetic Charged System Search Algorithm
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    Pages 117-146
  9. Optimal Design of Double-Layer Barrel Vaults Using CBO and ECBO Algorithms
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    Pages 147-164
  10. Optimum Design of Steel Floor Systems Using ECBO
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    Pages 165-184
  11. Optimal Design of the Monopole Structures Using the CBO and ECBO Algorithms
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    Pages 185-199
  12. Damage Detection in Skeletal Structures Based on CSS Optimization Using Incomplete Modal Data
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    Pages 201-211
  13. Modification of Ground Motions Using Enhanced Colliding Bodies Optimization Algorithm
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    Pages 213-234
  14. Bandwidth, Profile, and Wavefront Optimization Using CBO, ECBO, and TWO Algorithms
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    Pages 235-256
  15. Optimal Analysis and Design of Large-Scale Domes with Frequency Constraints
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    Pages 257-279
  16. Optimum Design of Large-Scale Truss Towers Using Cascade Optimization
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    Pages 281-295
  17. Vibrating Particles System Algorithm for Truss Optimization with Frequency Constraints
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    Pages 297-317
  18. Cost and CO2 Emission Optimization of Reinforced Concrete Frames Using Enhanced Colliding Bodies Optimization Algorithm
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    Pages 319-350
  19. Construction Site Layout Planning Using Colliding Bodies Optimization and Enhanced Colliding Bodies Optimization
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    Pages 351-373

About this book

Introduction

The book presents recently developed efficient metaheuristic optimization algorithms and their applications for solving various optimization problems in civil engineering. The concepts can also be used for optimizing problems in mechanical and electrical engineering.

Keywords

meta-heuristic algorithm optimal design construction management colliding body optimization combinatorial optimization structures

Authors and affiliations

  • A. Kaveh
    • 1
  1. 1.Iran University of Science and TechnologyCentre of Excellence for Fundamental Studies in Structural EngineeringTehranIran

Bibliographic information

  • DOI https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-48012-1
  • Copyright Information Springer International Publishing Switzerland 2017
  • Publisher Name Springer, Cham
  • eBook Packages Engineering
  • Print ISBN 978-3-319-48011-4
  • Online ISBN 978-3-319-48012-1
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