The book provides a collection of recent applications of nature inspired optimization in industrial fields. Different optimization techniques have been deployed, and different problems have been effectively analyzed. The valuable contributions from researchers focus on three ultimate goals (i) improving the accuracy of these techniques, (ii) achieving higher speed and lower computational complexity, and (iii) working on their proposed applications. The book is helpful for active researchers and practitioners in the field.

This book addresses the frontier advances in the theory and application of nature-inspired optimization techniques, including solving the quadratic assignment problem, prediction in nature-inspired dynamic optimization, the lion algorithm and its applications, optimizing the operation scheduling of microgrids, PID controllers for two-legged robots, optimizing crane operating times, planning electrical energy distribution systems, automatic design and evaluation of classification pipelines, and optimizing wind-energy power generation plants. The book also presents a variety of nature-inspired methods and illustrates methods of adapting these to said applications. Nature-inspired computation, developed by mimicking natural phenomena, makes a significant contribution toward the solution of non-convex optimization problems that normal mathematical optimizers fail to solve. As such, a wide range of nature-inspired computing approaches has been used in multidisciplinary engineering applications. Written by researchers and developers from a variety of fields, this book presents the latest findings, novel techniques and pioneering applications.

The book provides a collection of recent applications of nature inspired optimization in industrial fields. Different optimization techniques have been deployed, and different problems have been effectively analyzed. The valuable contributions from researchers focus on three ultimate goals (i) improving the accuracy of these techniques, (ii) achieving higher speed and lower computational complexity, and (iii) working on their proposed applications. The book is helpful for active researchers and practitioners in the field.

In an increasingly competitive job market, it is more important than ever before to excel at your studies and demonstrate the key skills employers are looking for. Successful Learning in Pharmacy gives an easy-to-read and easy-to-digest guide to the essential skills you need to be an effective learner - setting you up for success in your studies, and beyond. The book is enriched throughout with relevant and useful examples to tailor it to your particular needs as a pharmacy student, with helpful advice and guidance from the authors - all experienced pharmacists and educators - to help you get the most out of your studies. With chapters covering all aspects of learning, from getting the most out of lectures to preparing for exams, and exploring the range of communication methods you will need to master, it is the perfect course companion on your path to becoming a successful pharmacist. Online Resource Centre: For registered adopters: Figures and tables from the book in electronic format For everyone: Examples of good and bad practice related to themes presented in the book