The whirlpool algorithm based on physical phenomenon for solving optimization problems

Abstract

Purpose

This paper aims to propose a novel nature-inspired optimization algorithm, called whirlpool algorithm (WA), which imitates the physical phenomenon of whirlpool.

Design/methodology/approach

The idea of this algorithm stems from the fact that the whirlpool has a descent direction and a vertex.

Findings

WA is tested with two types of models: 29 typical mathematical optimization models and three engineering problems (tension/compression spring design, welded-beam design, pressure vessel design).

Originality/value

The results shown that the WA is vying compared to the state-of-art algorithms likewise conservative approaches.

Citation

Zou, Y. (2019), "The whirlpool algorithm based on physical phenomenon for solving optimization problems", Engineering Computations, Vol. 36 No. 2, pp. 664-690. https://doi.org/10.1108/EC-05-2017-0174