A Fuzzy Logic-Inspired Metaheuristic Method for Enhanced Optimization
摘要
Since fuzzy logic models complex systems based on human knowledge, it provides an alternative method for decision-making using imprecise data. Despite many processes being too intricate for quantitative analysis, humans effectively navigate them by applying simple heuristics learned through experience. Fuzzy logic replicates this human reasoning approach. Without any learning rule process, the number and configuration of rules rely entirely on the expert's experience. A Takagi-Sugeno Fuzzy inference system is used to replicate a search strategy designed by a human expert, forming the basis of the optimization strategies implemented. This chapter outlines a methodology grounded in human understanding to carry out such optimization approaches. A comparison with other widely recognized optimization techniques is performed using various standard benchmark functions typically seen in scientific literature to showcase the effectiveness and reliability of the approach. Each fuzzy rule encapsulates an expert's observation, modeling the conditions needed to adjust candidate solutions in pursuit of the optimal outcome. Results indicate that the presented methodology performs exceptionally well, reinforcing fuzzy logic's unique and intriguing human-like reasoning aspect.