This study presents a hybrid metaheuristic algorithm to obtain optimum designs for steel
space buildings. The optimum design problem of three-dimensional steel frames is …

In this article, a harmony search algorithm is presented for optimum design of steel frame
structures. Harmony search is a meta-heuristic search method which has been developed …

The aim of this research is to develop a computer design model which obtains the optimum
design of multistorey steel frames by selecting from a standard set of steel sections. Strength …

An enhanced harmony search (EHS) algorithm is developed enabling the HS algorithm to
quickly escape from local optima. For this purpose, the harmony memory updating phase is …

A harmony search algorithm is presented for optimum design of planar and space steel
frames in this chapter. Harmony search (HS) is a meta-heuristic search method. It bases on …

Recent research efforts in the field of steel frame optimization have demonstrated the
successful implementation of stochastic methods such as genetic algorithms, simulated …

This paper presents a design procedure employing a Teaching–Learning Based
Optimization (TLBO) technique for discrete optimization of planar steel frames. TLBO is a …

In this paper, a design optimization algorithm is presented for non-linear steel frames with
semi-rigid beamcolumn connections using harmony search algorithm. The design algorithm …

The most important concern for structural design engineers is, nowadays, how to design and
build a structure which is really sustainable. The course to design and construct of buildings …

In this article, harmony search algorithm was developed for optimum design of steel frames.
Harmony search is a meta-heuristic search method that has been developed recently. It …