In the present work, three recently developed metaheuristic algorithms (ant colony
optimization, cuckoo search and particle swarm optimization) are examined for a class of …

In this study, a grid-based continuous Ant Colony Optimization (ACO) algorithm was applied
to the inverse problem of a one-dimensional (1-D) coupled radiation and conduction heat …

Accurate quantification of interfacial heat flux between the continuous casting mould and
slab/billet is essential for the design and development of the products as well as operation …

Heat transfer takes place in every aspect of our daily life. Many situations, such as energy
conversion plants, heating devices, and cooling systems, focus on heat transfer. One of the …

In the present study, ant colony optimization algorithm is used for an inverse heat transfer
problem of parameter estimation. Temperature dependent thermal conductivity and specific …

In this paper, the idea of applying Computational Intelligence in the process of creation
board games, in particular mazes, is presented. For two different algorithms the proposed …

In this paper, the idea of applying some hybrid genetic algorithms with gradient local search
and evolutionary optimization techniques is formulated. For two different test functions the …

This paper presents a method for determination of heat transfer coefficients for finite-element
method housing model of medium-voltage switchgear cell. Suggested method is based on …

Thermal maturity is the primary geological factor in exploration of hydrocarbon resources.
Maturity index which is calculated from well-logging information and it is a useful parameter …

Heat transfer is one of the most fundamental engineering subjects and is found in every
moment of life. Heat transfer problems, such as heating and cooling, where the transfer of …