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    • Genetic algorithms (GAs) are powerful optimization tools.
    • Enhancing GA convergence speed is crucial for practical applications.

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    • To introduce a novel collective genetic algorithm (CGA).
    • To improve the convergence of genetic algorithms using weighted averaging.
    • To assess the suitability of the CGA for hybrid electro-optical systems.

    Main Methods:

    • Developed a collective genetic algorithm incorporating a weighted averaging process.
    • Utilized vector-matrix multiplication for algorithm implementation.
    • Conducted laboratory experiments to optimize various functions.

    Main Results:

    • The proposed CGA demonstrated enhanced convergence compared to standard GAs.
    • The algorithm's efficiency was validated through multiple function optimization tasks.
    • The vector-matrix multiplication basis makes it suitable for hardware acceleration.

    Conclusions:

    • The collective genetic algorithm with weighted averaging offers improved convergence.
    • The algorithm is efficient for function optimization.
    • Its design is well-suited for implementation in hybrid electro-optical systems.