Metaheuristic algorithms currently represent the standard approach to engineering optimization. A very challenging field is large-scale structural optimization, entailing hundreds of design variables and thousands nonlinear constraints on element stresses nodal displacements. However, few studies documented use metaheuristic in In order fill this gap, an enhanced hybrid harmony search (HS) algo...

Abstract In the distribution system, decentralized generation is incorporated to maximize system reliability and economic stability, avoid redundancy in system. The efficient implementation of distributed‐generations (DGs) a distribution‐system (DS) can be done by employing demand‐side management (DSM). this research proposal, location size selection DGs DS considering DSM accomplished using hy...

A major problem in power systems is achieving a match between the load demand and generation demand, where security, dependability, quality are critical factors that need to be provided producers. This paper proposes proportional–integral–derivative (PID) controller optimally designed using novel artificial rabbits algorithm (ARA) for frequency control (LFC) multi-area (MAPSs) of two-area non-r...

Title: Preparing for a Clinical Trial to Test a Postpartum Weight Retention Intervention among Low Income Women: Feasibility of a Protocol in a Community-Based Organization Authors: Charmaine Wright ([email protected]) Marjie Mogul ([email protected]) Glamarys Acevedo ([email protected]) Jaya Aysola ([email protected]) Florence Momplaisir (mompl...

Name: Dr. Koh Chu-Sing Name of Organization: Malaysian Palm Oil Promotion Council Postal Address: 2 Floor, Wisma Sawit, Lot 6, SS6, Jalan Perbandaran, 47301 Kelana Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia. Telephone No: 603 78064097 Scope of activities: International Mission of organization: Disseminate scientific truths on palm oil Organization Interest: Lipid Nutrition and chronic diseases: Sources of Fundin...

OBJECTIVE Nine tsunami-affected districts in Aceh, Indonesia, were surveyed between February and August 2005 to characterize tsunami mortality. METHODS The surveys employed a two-stage cluster methodology with probability proportional to size sampling, and encompassed 1653 tsunami-displaced households with a pre-tsunami population of 10 063 individuals. FINDINGS Of the original pre-tsunami ...