Fractional dynamic fitness functions for GA-based circuit design

This paper proposes and analyses the performance of a Genetic Algorithm (GA) using two new concepts, namely a static fitness function including a discontinuity measure and a fractional-order dynamic fitness function. The GA is adopted for the synthesis of combinational logic circuits. In both cases, experiments reveal superior results in terms of speed and convergence to achieve a solution. Categories and Subject Descriptors B.6.3 [Logic Design]: Design Aids – automatic synthesis, optimization. General Terms: Algorithms, Design.

• Type: Conference
• Year: 2005
• Where: GECCO
• Authors: Cecília Reis, José António Tenreiro Machado, J. Boaventura Cunha
• Keywords: Combinational Logic Circuits, Fitness Function, GECCO 2005, Static Fitness Function