OOIR: Observatory of International Research

Papers

(The TQCC of Engineering Optimization is 5. The table below lists those papers that are above that threshold based on CrossRef citation counts [max. 250 papers]. The publications cover those that have been published in the past four years, i.e., from 2020-05-01 to 2024-05-01.)

Article	Citations
A modified marine predators optimization algorithm for simultaneous network reconfiguration and distributed generator allocation in distribution systems under different loading conditions	39
Solution of optimal reactive power dispatch problem using pathfinder algorithm	29
A deep convolutional neural network for topology optimization with perceptible generalization ability	26
An improved iterated greedy algorithm for the distributed hybrid flowshop scheduling problem	25
A hybrid whale optimization algorithm with differential evolution optimization for multi-objective virtual machine scheduling in cloud computing	24
Design optimizations of carbon fibre reinforced polymer isogrid lower limb prosthesis using particle swarm optimization and Lichtenberg algorithm	24
Optimization of postblast ore boundary determination using a novel sine cosine algorithm-based random forest technique and Monte Carlo simulation	22
A novel heuristic method for the energy-efficient flexible job-shop scheduling problem with sequence-dependent set-up and transportation time	21
Individual privacy in data mining using fuzzy optimization	19
Optimal construction of an open channel by considering different conditions and uncertainty: application of evolutionary methods	19
A comparative study of meta-heuristics for local path planning of a mobile robot	18
Algorithms for generating Pareto fronts of multi-objective integer and mixed-integer programming problems	18
Structural multi-objective topology optimization and application based on the criteria importance through intercriteria correlation method	17
A multi-criteria decision framework for sustainable supplier selection and order allocation using multi-objective optimization and fuzzy approach	17
Data-driven predictive maintenance policy based on multi-objective optimization approaches for the component repairing problem	16
Multi-objective reliability-based design optimization for the reducer housing of electric vehicles	16
Topological optimization of continuum structures for additive manufacturing considering thin feature and support structure constraints	15
Optimizing a redundancy allocation problem with open-circuit and short-circuit failure modes at the component and subsystem levels	15
Distributed assembly permutation flow-shop scheduling problem with sequence-dependent set-up times using a novel biogeography-based optimization algorithm	15
Deep super-resolution neural network for structural topology optimization	14
Size optimization of planar truss systems using the modified salp swarm algorithm	14
A novel particle swarm optimization optimal control parameter determination strategy for maximum power point trackers of partially shaded photovoltaic systems	14
Surrogate-based design optimization of a centrifugal pump impeller	14
Optimization of grade-separated road and railway crossings based on a distance transform algorithm	13
A hub-and-spoke architecture for a parcel delivery system using the cross-docking distribution strategy	13

Optimal grading of TPMS-based lattice structures with transversely isotropic elastic bulk properties	13
Application of a modified MOPSO algorithm and multi-layer artificial neural network in centrifugal pump optimization	13
A new geometrically nonlinear topology optimization formulation for controlling maximum displacement	13
Least squares auto-tuning	13
Employing reinforcement learning to enhance particle swarm optimization methods	12
Cable optimization of a cable-stayed bridge based on genetic algorithms and the influence matrix method	12
Multi-objective optimization of the honeycomb core in a honeycomb structure using uniform design and grey relational analysis	12
Metaheuristics for two-stage flow-shop assembly problem with a truncation learning function	12
Backtracking search optimization applied to solve short-term electrical real power generation of hydrothermal plant	12
An iterated greedy algorithm for the no-wait flowshop scheduling problem to minimize makespan subject to total completion time	12
Constraint programming approach for multi-objective two-sided assembly line balancing problem with multi-operator stations	12
A single-loop approach with adaptive sampling and surrogate Kriging for reliability-based design optimization	12
Cooperative coevolutionary topology optimization using moving morphable components	12
A single-loop shifting vector method with conjugate gradient search for reliability-based design optimization	11
Parameter optimization of toroidal tuned liquid column dampers for suppressing multi-directional harmonic vibration of structures	11
Social group optimization algorithm for civil engineering structural health monitoring	11
Improvement of the computational efficiency of metaheuristic algorithms for the crack detection of cantilever beams using hybrid methods	11
A novel oppositional learning-based chaotic sine cosine algorithm for the dynamic thermal–wind economic dispatch problem	11
A branch-and-bound algorithm based on NSGAII for multi-objective mixed integer nonlinear optimization problems	10
Scheduling in a flexible job shop followed by some parallel assembly stations considering lot streaming	10
A modified probabilistic roadmap algorithm for efficient mobile robot path planning	10
Integrated parameter and tolerance design based on a multivariate Gaussian process model	10
A queuing–location–allocation model for designing a capacitated bus garage system	10
Multi-objective system optimization method and experimental validation of a centralized squeeze film damper using a cell mapping method considering dynamic constraints	10
Prediction of stratum deformation during the excavation of a foundation pit in composite formation based on the artificial bee colony–back-propagation model	10
Explicit multi-material topology optimization embedded with variable-size movable holes using moving morphable bars	10
An efficient chemical reaction algorithm for multi-objective combinatorial bi-level optimization	9
Multi-dimensional energy management based on an optimal power flow model using an improved quasi-reflection jellyfish optimization algorithm	9
Deep learning of dispersion engineering in two-dimensional phononic crystals	9
An improved Gaussian distribution based quantum-behaved particle swarm optimization algorithm for engineering shape design problems	9
Optimization models for clustering of solid waste collection process	9
Comparison of optimal linear, affine and convex combinations of metamodels	9
A decomposition-based artificial bee colony algorithm for the multi-objective flexible jobshop scheduling problem	9
Analysis of mechanical properties and optimization of tungsten inert gas welding parameters on dissimilar AA6061-T6 and AA7075-T6 by a response surface methodology-based desirability function approach	9
Optimization of the powertrain and energy management control parameters of a hybrid hydraulic vehicle based on improved multi-objective particle swarm optimization	8
A simple hybrid redundancy strategy accompanied by simplified swarm optimization for the reliability–redundancy allocation problem	8
Another evolution of generalized differential evolution: variable number of dimensions	8
Interval uncertain optimization for interior ballistics based on Chebyshev surrogate model and affine arithmetic	8
Carbon-efficient scheduling problem of electric rubber-tyred gantry cranes in a container terminal	8
Gain parameters optimization strategy of cross-coupled controller based on deep reinforcement learning	8
Optimizing the maintenance schedule for a vehicle fleet: a simulation-based case study	8
Optimal utilization of unified power quality conditioner using the JAYA optimization algorithm	8
A simple density filter for the topology optimization of coated structures	8
An adaptive genetic algorithm-based and AND/OR graph approach for the disassembly line balancing problem	8
Simulated-annealing-based hyper-heuristic for flexible job-shop scheduling	8
Lightweight design of cylindrical stiffened shells in launch vehicles by a dual-elite population sequential approximation optimization approach	8
Structural design optimization of a wind turbine blade using the genetic algorithm	8
Optimization of reinforced concrete beams under local mechanical and corrosive damage	8
Exact and metaheuristic algorithms for flow-shop scheduling problems with release dates	7
A note on due-date assignment scheduling with job-dependent learning effects and convex resource allocation	7

Stacking sequence optimization for maximum buckling load of simply supported orthotropic plates by enhanced permutation search algorithm	7
Single-machine scheduling problems with job rejection, deterioration effects and past-sequence-dependent setup times	7
Pre-auction lane selection in an integrated production–distribution planning problem	7
The container loading problem with cargo stability: a study on support factors, mechanical equilibrium and grids	7
A mixed-integer programming model for an integrated production planning problem with preventive maintenance in the pulp and paper industry	7
Similarity control in topology optimization under static and crash loading scenarios	7
Sequence-dependent time- and cost-oriented assembly line balancing problems: a combinatorial Benders’ decomposition approach	7
Rapid sequence optimization of spot welds for improved geometrical quality using a novel stepwise algorithm	7
Hyper-heuristic for integrated due-window scheduling and vehicle routing problem for perishable products considering production quality	7
Efficient hybrid Bayesian optimization algorithm with adaptive expected improvement acquisition function	7
A multi-material topology optimization with temperature-dependent thermoelastic properties	7
An enhanced multi-objective evolutionary algorithm for the rehabilitation of urban drainage systems	7
Group layout design of manufacturing cells incorporating assembly and energy aspects	7
Differential evolution algorithm with dynamic multi-population applied to flexible job shop schedule	7
Learning-based dynamic ticket pricing for passenger railway service providers	7
Effective solution of the long-term open pit production planning problem using block clustering	7
Bayesian reliability-based robust design optimization of mechanical systems under both aleatory and epistemic uncertainties	6
Bi-objective optimization using an improved NSGA-II for energy-efficient scheduling of a distributed assembly blocking flowshop	6
Reliability-based multidisciplinary concurrent design optimization method for complex engineering systems	6
Optimizing pushback design considering minimum mining width for open pit strategic planning	6
Compound kriging-based importance sampling for reliability analysis of systems with multiple failure modes	6
Generation of strut-and-tie models in concrete structures by topology optimization based on moving morphable components	6
Efficient storey lateral stiffness estimate and gradient-based multi-objective optimization of reinforced concrete frames with hybrid semi-rigid precast connections	6
An improved hybrid metaheuristics and rule-based approach for flexible job-shop scheduling subject to machine breakdowns	6
Stress-constrained multi-material topology optimization via an improved alternating active-phase algorithm	6
Topology optimization of transient nonlinear heat conduction using an adaptive parameterized level-set method	6
Hybrid tabu search algorithm for weight optimization of planar steel frames	6
An improved optimality criterion combined with density filtering method for structural topology optimization	6
Online robust parameter design considering observable noise factors	6
An efficient global optimization method with multi-point infill sampling based on kriging	6
New mathematical and constraint programming models for U-type assembly line balancing problems with assignment restrictions	6
Optimization for cooperative task planning of heterogeneous multi-robot systems in an order picking warehouse	5
Whale-optimized fuzzy-fractional order controller-based automobile suspension model	5
Deep reinforcement learning for solving the single container loading problem	5
Optimization by moving ridge functions: derivative-free optimization for computationally intensive functions	5
Robust optimization of multi-scenario many-objective problems with auto-tuned utility function	5
Alternative subgraphs assembly line balancing problem with resource selection and parallel stations	5
A proximity-based surrogate-assisted method for simulation-based design optimization of a cylinder head water jacket	5
Topology optimization of continuum structures under geometric uncertainty using a new extended finite element method	5
A dynamic dispatching problem to allocate relief vehicles after a disaster	5
A novel multi-objective optimization approach to guarantee quality of service and energy efficiency in a heterogeneous bus fleet system	5
Multi-manned assembly line balancing with sequence-dependent set-up times using an enhanced migrating birds optimization algorithm	5
Scheduling with deterioration effects and maintenance activities under parallel processors	5
Multi-product production routing problem by consideration of outsourcing and carbon emissions: particle swarm optimization	5
Optimization of the speed curve for heavy-haul trains considering cyclic air braking: an MILP approach	5
Shape optimization of concrete free-form shells considering material damage	5
Multi-component topology optimization for thin-walled structures	5
Purposeful cross-validation: a novel cross-validation strategy for improved surrogate optimizability	5
Shape optimization and uncertainty assessment of a centrifugal pump	5
Concurrent design of the free damping structure for minimizing the frequency response in a broad frequency band	5
Surrogate-based bilevel shape optimization for blended-wing–body underwater gliders	5
Diversity-enhanced particle swarm optimization algorithm based on the group behaviour of social spiders	5
An analytical solution to temperature field distribution in a thick rod subjected to periodic-motion heat sources and application in ball screws	5
A variable-fidelity multi-objective optimization method for aerospace structural design optimization	5