Bat algorithm: a novel approach for global engineering optimization

Purpose – Nature-inspired algorithms are among the most powerful algorithms for optimization. The purpose of this paper is to introduce a new nature-inspired metaheuristic optimization algorithm, called bat algorithm (BA), for solving engineering optimization tasks. 
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\nDesign/methodology/approach – The proposed BA is based on the echolocation behavior of bats. After a detailed formulation and explanation of its implementation, BA is verified using eight nonlinear engineering optimization problems reported in the specialized literature. 
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\nFindings – BA has been carefully implemented and carried out optimization for eight well-known optimization tasks; then a comparison has been made…