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A genetic algorithm to solve 3D traveling salesman problem with initial population based on a GRASP algorithm

  • Pontifical Catholic Univ. of Peru

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Abstract

In this paper, the problem of obtaining optimal routes on tridimensional environments is discussed. This scenario is called as Traveler Salesman Problem (TSP 3D-variation). As is widely known, TSP has NP-complexity so is necessary to apply techniques to solve it approximately (no exacts solutions available). The purpose of this research is to present a genetic algorithm to solve 3D-TSP variation. These kind of evolutionary algorithms are ideal for solving complex problems where necessary rearrangements and route optimization. In case of genetic algorithms, optimal solutions appear faster depending on the quality of initial population, so theory recommends using metaheuristics for generating this population. In this study, it has used a metaheuristic GRASP algorithm to generate the initial population and, over it, apply the genetic operators proposed for optimizing individuals obtained. The results have optimal routes of movement and displacement and are directly applicable in the storage industry.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication28th International Conference on Computer Applications in Industry and Engineering, CAINE 2015
EditorsTakaaki Goto
PublisherInternational Society of Computers and Their Applications (ISCA)
Pages47-51
Number of pages5
ISBN (Electronic)9781510812284
StatePublished - 2015
Event28th International Conference on Computer Applications in Industry and Engineering, CAINE 2015 - San Diego, United States
Duration: 12 Oct 201514 Oct 2015

Publication series

Name28th International Conference on Computer Applications in Industry and Engineering, CAINE 2015

Conference

Conference28th International Conference on Computer Applications in Industry and Engineering, CAINE 2015
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CitySan Diego
Period12/10/1514/10/15

Keywords

  • 3D-TSP problem
  • Bioinformatics
  • Evolutionary algorithms
  • GRASP algorithm
  • Genetic algorithm
  • Metaheuristics
  • TSP
  • Traveling Salesman Problem

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