Cost optimization of mixed feeds with the particle swarm optimization method (original) (raw)
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In this study, the best mixed feed was prepared by using the algorithm of particle swarm optimization (PSO) and by taking into account the breeding type and method of the poultries and various farm animals (cattle, sheep, rabbit), their needs, ages, and feeding costs and optimizing them all. Results obtained through PSO were compared through linear programming and real-coded genetic algorithm. According to the results that were obtained, PSO produces more rapid, more stable, and optimum values.
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- Department of Electronic and Computer Science Education, Technical Educational Faculty, Selcuk University, Selcuklu/Konya, Turkey
Adem Alpaslan Altun - Guneysınır Vocational High School, Selcuk University, Konya, Turkey
Mehmet Akif Şahman
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Altun, A.A., Şahman, M.A. Cost optimization of mixed feeds with the particle swarm optimization method.Neural Comput & Applic 22, 383–390 (2013). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00521-011-0701-8
- Received: 04 April 2011
- Accepted: 05 July 2011
- Published: 21 July 2011
- Issue date: February 2013
- DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s00521-011-0701-8