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Dragonfly Algorithm and Its Applications in Applied Science Survey
Chnoor M Rahman1,2, Tarik A Rashid3
1Technical College of Informatics, Sulaimany Polytechnic University, Sulaimany, Iraq.
Computational Intelligence and Neuroscience
|December 31, 2019
Summary
The Dragonfly Algorithm, a novel heuristic optimization technique, demonstrates strong exploration capabilities and superior convergence rates compared to other metaheuristic algorithms. This survey provides a comprehensive overview, applications, and future research directions for the Dragonfly Algorithm.
Area of Science:
- Optimization Algorithms
- Heuristic Computing
- Computational Intelligence
Background:
- The Dragonfly Algorithm (DA) is a recently developed metaheuristic optimization technique.
- DA has demonstrated effectiveness in solving various real-world optimization problems.
- The algorithm possesses three distinct variants and has been explored in hybridized forms.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a comprehensive overview of the Dragonfly Algorithm and its variants.
- To discuss hybridized versions of the DA.
- To present applications of the DA in machine learning, image processing, wireless, and networking.
Main Methods:
- A review of the Dragonfly Algorithm's mechanics and variants.
- Analysis of hybridization strategies for the DA.
- Empirical testing on CEC-C06 2019 benchmark functions.
- Comparative analysis against other metaheuristic algorithms like Particle Swarm Optimization (PSO) and Genetic Algorithms (GA).
Main Results:
- The Dragonfly Algorithm exhibits excellent exploration capabilities.
- DA demonstrates a superior convergence rate compared to established algorithms such as PSO and GA.
- The algorithm's performance is validated on benchmark functions and diverse applied science domains.
Conclusions:
- The Dragonfly Algorithm is a promising optimization tool with significant potential.
- Identified strengths and weaknesses of the DA are discussed.
- Recommendations for future research are provided to enhance the algorithm's performance and address limitations.
