that they cover all the rows of the matrix at a minimum cost. To solve the Set Covering
Problem we use a metaheuristic called Binary Cat Swarm Optimization. This metaheuristic is
a recent swarm metaheuristic technique based on the cat behavior. Domestic cats show the
ability to hunt and are curious about moving objects. Based on this, the cats have two modes
of behavior: seeking mode and tracing mode. We are the first ones to use this metaheuristic …