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Multi-objective optimization with estimation of distribution algorithm in a noisy environment.

Vui Ann Shim1, Kay Chen Tan, Jun Yong Chia

  • 1Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, National University of Singapore, 117576, Singapore. g0800438@nus.edu.sg

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This study introduces a novel Estimation of Distribution Algorithm (EDA) for noisy multi-objective optimization problems. The enhanced algorithm effectively handles uncertainty, outperforming existing state-of-the-art methods.

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Area of Science:

  • Optimization
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Computational Science

Background:

  • Real-world optimization problems often involve uncertainties, particularly noise in objective functions.
  • Estimation of Distribution Algorithms (EDAs) are evolutionary computation techniques adept at handling noisy information by modeling population distributions.
  • Existing EDAs face challenges in effectively managing noise within multi-objective optimization contexts.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the potential of EDAs, specifically a Restricted Boltzmann Machine-based EDA, for multi-objective optimization under noisy conditions.
  • To propose a likelihood correction feature to mitigate the detrimental effects of Gaussian noise on objective functions.
  • To enhance the search capabilities of the EDA through hybridization with a particle swarm optimization algorithm in a discrete domain.

Main Methods:

  • Developed an EDA utilizing Restricted Boltzmann Machines to model population distributions.
  • Introduced a likelihood correction mechanism to adjust marginal probability distributions of decision variables, counteracting Gaussian noise.
  • Integrated the EDA with a particle swarm optimization algorithm for improved search performance in discrete optimization spaces.
  • Evaluated the proposed algorithm on eight diverse benchmark instances representing various Pareto optimal front characteristics.

Main Results:

  • The proposed hybridized EDA demonstrated superior performance compared to existing state-of-the-art algorithms across benchmark tests.
  • Rigorous analysis confirmed the algorithm's effectiveness in terms of scalability, the benefits of hybridization, and computational efficiency.
  • The likelihood correction feature proved instrumental in reducing the adverse impact of noise on optimization accuracy.

Conclusions:

  • The novel EDA, enhanced with Restricted Boltzmann Machines and particle swarm optimization hybridization, offers a robust solution for noisy multi-objective optimization.
  • The likelihood correction technique is a valuable addition for improving EDA performance in uncertain environments.
  • The findings suggest significant advancements in evolutionary computation for complex, real-world optimization challenges.