Design Applications of Genetic Algorithms
E. Richard Jefferys · SPE Annual Technical Conference and Exhibition · 1993
Abstract The paper outlines the basis of Genetic Algorithm (GA) optimisation and discusses the areas where these powerful computer based search procedures can best be used. Applications include many kinds of engineering design, financial optimisation, scheduling and finding rules to describe data. An interface between a GA package and the design engineer’s problem specification has been developed. The system is simple yet powerful, permitting the engineer to use sophisticated software on a PC without becoming an optimisation expert. Real applications to TLP column design optimisation and scheduling are presented to illustrate the power and flexibility of the method and the simplicity of the interface. Future additional application areas are suggested.