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In this paper, we propose a new conceptual method for the design, investigation, and evaluation of multi-objective variation operators for evolutionary multi-objective algorithms. To this end, we apply a modified predator-prey model that allows an independent analysis of different operators. Using this model problem specific operators can be combined to more complex operators. Additionally, we review the simplex recombination, a new rotation-independent recombination scheme, and examine its impact concerning our design method. We show exemplarily as a first attempt the advantageous combination of several standard variation operators that lead to better results for selected test functions.
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Grimme, C., Lepping, J. (2007). Designing Multi-objective Variation Operators Using a Predator-Prey Approach. In: Obayashi, S., Deb, K., Poloni, C., Hiroyasu, T., Murata, T. (eds) Evolutionary Multi-Criterion Optimization. EMO 2007. Lecture Notes in Computer Science, vol 4403. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-540-70928-2_6
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