Ebook: Proceedings of the International Conference on Soft Computing for Problem Solving (SocProS 2011) December 20-22, 2011: Volume 1

The objective is to provide the latest developments in the area of soft computing. These are the cutting edge technologies that have immense application in various fields. All the papers will undergo the peer review process to maintain the quality of work.

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The present book is based on the research papers presented in the International Conference on Soft Computing for Problem Solving (SocProS 2011), held at Roorkee, India. This book is divided into two volumes and covers a variety of topics, including mathematical modeling, image processing, optimization, swarm intelligence, evolutionary algorithms, fuzzy logic, neural networks, forecasting, data mining etc. Particular emphasis is laid on Soft Computing and its application to diverse fields. The prime objective of the book is to familiarize the reader with the latest scientific developments that are taking place in various fields and the latest sophisticated problem solving tools that are being developed to deal with the complex and intricate problems that are otherwise difficult to solve by the usual and traditional methods. The book is directed to the researchers and scientists engaged in various fields of Science and Technology.

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The present book is based on the research papers presented in the International Conference on Soft Computing for Problem Solving (SocProS 2011), held at Roorkee, India. This book is divided into two volumes and covers a variety of topics, including mathematical modeling, image processing, optimization, swarm intelligence, evolutionary algorithms, fuzzy logic, neural networks, forecasting, data mining etc. Particular emphasis is laid on Soft Computing and its application to diverse fields. The prime objective of the book is to familiarize the reader with the latest scientific developments that are taking place in various fields and the latest sophisticated problem solving tools that are being developed to deal with the complex and intricate problems that are otherwise difficult to solve by the usual and traditional methods. The book is directed to the researchers and scientists engaged in various fields of Science and Technology.

Content:
Front Matter....Pages 1-15
Evolutionary Technique Based Compensator for Z – Shaped Pantograph System....Pages 1-10
Study on Ductility of Ti Aluminides Using Mamdani Fuzzy Inference System....Pages 11-22
A New Disc Based Particle Swarm Optimization....Pages 23-30
Application of Globally Adaptive Inertia Weight PSO to Lennard-Jones Problem....Pages 31-38
Serial DPGA vs. Parallel Multithreaded DPGA: Threading Aspects....Pages 39-50
Dynamic Call Transfer through Wi-Fi Networks Using Asterisk....Pages 51-61
Differential Evolution Strategies for Multi-objective Optimization....Pages 63-71
Dynamic Scaling Factor Based Differential Evolution Algorithm....Pages 73-85
Performance Improvement in Vector Control of Induction Motor Drive Using Fuzzy Logic Controller....Pages 87-97
A Fuzzy Particle Swarm Optimization for Solving the Economic Dispatch Problem....Pages 99-110
System Identification of Single Machine Infinite Bus Using GA-Fuzzy Technique....Pages 111-119
EAVD: An Evolutionary Approach Based on Voronoi Diagram for Node Deployment in Wireless Sensor Networks....Pages 121-129
Adiabatic Amplifier and Power Analysis of Different Adiabatic Inverters....Pages 131-139
A Improved Artificial Fish Swarming Optimization for Economic Load Dispatch with Dynamic Constraints....Pages 141-149
A New Approach for Recovering Nodes from Faulty Cluster Heads Using Genetic Algorithm....Pages 151-158
A Fuzzy Clustering Method to Minimize the Inter Task Communication Effect for Optimal Utilization of Processor’s Capacity in Distributed Real Time Systems....Pages 159-168
Novel Binary PSO for Continuous Global Optimization Problems....Pages 169-176
Incorporating Genetic Algorithms in Transport Management....Pages 177-192
A New Real Coded Genetic Algorithm Operator: Log Logistic Mutation....Pages 193-200
Trust Management Model for Wireless Ad Hoc Networks....Pages 201-206
Dynamic Angle Calculation for Fast Routing in GPS Assisted MANETS....Pages 207-218
Reliability Driven Soft Real-Time Fuzzy Task Scheduling in Distributed Computing Environment....Pages 219-226
Bacterial Foraging Optimization: A Survey....Pages 227-242
Fuzzy Logic Controller and Neural Network Controller as a Power System Regulator Implemented on GUI....Pages 243-256
Power Quality Improvement of Distribution System by Optimal Placement of Distributed Generators Using GA and NN....Pages 257-267
Evaluation of Proactive Fisheye Ad Hoc Source Routing Protocol for Various Battery Models in VANET Using Qualnet....Pages 269-278
A Collaborative Filtering Framework Based on Fuzzy Case-Based Reasoning....Pages 279-288
Distributed Load Balancing (DisLB) in Grid Wireless Sensor Network....Pages 289-299
Development of an Automated Examination Seating Arrangement Generation System Using Music Inspired Harmony Search Algorithm....Pages 301-309
Differential Evolution for Data Envelopment Analysis....Pages 311-319
Dynamic Tasks Scheduling Model for Performance Evaluation of a Distributed Computing System through Artificial Neural Network....Pages 321-331
An Analysis of Generalised Approximate Equalities Based on Rough Fuzzy Sets....Pages 333-346
Nondifferentiable Multiobjective Wolfe Type Symmetric Duality under Invexity....Pages 347-354
Multi-robot Box-Pushing Using Differential Evolution Algorithm for Multiobjective Optimization....Pages 355-365
MPG_AbTR: Ant Based Trusted Routing in MANets Using Mobile Process Groups....Pages 367-376
Uncertainty Analysis on Neural Network Based Hydrological Models Using Probabilistic Point Estimate Method....Pages 377-384
Redesign of Wireless Sensor Actor Network due to the Insertion of Obstacles....Pages 385-396
A Hybrid CS/GA Algorithm for Global Optimization....Pages 397-404
Minimum Spanning Tree Based k-Anonymity....Pages 405-413
Quantum Concepts in Neural Computation....Pages 415-421
A Novel Constructive Neural Network Architecture Based on Improved Adaptive Learning Strategy for Pattern Classification....Pages 423-433
A Novel Dual Band L-Slot Loaded Linearly Polarized Patch Antenna with Small Frequency-Ratio....Pages 435-440
Group Social Learning in Artificial Bee Colony Optimization Algorithm....Pages 441-451
Multiple Objective Optimization of Reconfigurable Manufacturing System....Pages 453-460
Design of Boolean Functions Satisfying Multiple Criteria by NSGA-II....Pages 461-468
Nature-Inspired Fault Tolerant Area Monitoring in Sensor Network....Pages 469-480
Optimizing Supply Chain Management Using Gravitational Search Algorithm and Multi Agent System....Pages 481-491
A Fuzzy Trust Model for Argumentation-Based Recommender Systems....Pages 493-502
Artificial Bee Colony Algorithm with Uniform Mutation....Pages 503-511
An Efficient Framework Using Fuzzy Logic and Multi Agent System for Cellular Network....Pages 513-523
Fuzzy Programming Approach to Solve Multi-objective Transportation Problem....Pages 525-533
Review on Sinkhole Detection Techniques in Mobile Adhoc Network....Pages 535-548
Performance of VANET Routing Protocols Using Realistic Mobility Model....Pages 549-555
SEVO: Bio-inspired Analytical Tool for Uni-modal and Multimodal Optimization....Pages 557-566
Quantitative and Qualitative Analysis of Unmanned Aerial Vehicle’s Path Planning Using Master-Slave Parallel Vector-Evaluated Genetic Algorithm....Pages 567-577
Modified Mutation Operators for Differential Evolution....Pages 579-588
Genetic Algorithm in Data Capturing and Mining....Pages 589-599
Enhancing Scout Bee Movements in Artificial Bee Colony Algorithm....Pages 601-610
Economic Load Dispatch with Prohibited Operating Zones Using Genetic Algorithms....Pages 611-619
Optimization of QoS Parameters for Channel Allocation in Cellular Networks Using Soft Computing Techniques....Pages 621-631
An ACO-GA Optimization Scheme for Route Discovery in Cellular Networks....Pages 633-643
Optimized Channel Allocation Using Genetic Algorithm and Artificial Neural Networks....Pages 645-655
Technical and Relative Efficiency Assessment of Some Private Sector Hospitals in India....Pages 657-666
Gender Classification Using Artificial Neural Networks through Independent Components....Pages 667-676
Design Optimization of Three Wheeled Motor Vehicle: A GA Approach....Pages 677-688
In-situ Efficiency Determination of Induction Motor through Parameter Estimation....Pages 689-700
Successive Feed-Forward Neural Network for Learning Fuzzy Decision Tree....Pages 701-714
Enhancing Different Phases of Artificial Bee Colony for Continuous Global Optimization Problems....Pages 715-724
Analyzing Fuzzy System Reliability Using Arithmetic Operations on Different Types of Intuitionistic Fuzzy Numbers....Pages 725-736
Cognitive Radio Parameter Adaptation Using Multi-objective Evolutionary Algorithm....Pages 737-748
Fault-Tolerant Relay Placement in Wireless Sensor Networks Using Particle Swarm Optimization....Pages 749-757
A Novel Approach for Web Services Discovery Using Rough Sets....Pages 759-771
A Novel and Distributed Method of Distance Measurement and Localization for MWSN Based on AOA....Pages 773-778
Artificial Weed Colonies with Neighbourhood Crowding Scheme for Multimodal Optimization....Pages 779-787
Virtual Learning System: A Conceptual Framework of Network Optimization....Pages 789-795
A Variant of Quantum Genetic Algorithm and Its Possible Applications....Pages 797-811
Parameter Tuning of Statcom Using Particle Swarm Optimization Based Neural Network....Pages 813-824
Determining the Effects of Single Input Layer as Angular Velocity of Rotor Blade on Blade’s Frequency Parameters by Regression Based Neural Network Method....Pages 825-832
Support Vector Regression with Chaotic Hybrid Algorithm in Cyclic Electric Load Forecasting....Pages 833-846
A Comparative Study of Different Approaches of Noise Removal for Document Images....Pages 847-854
Improving Wireless Local Area Networks Performance Using Particle Swarm Optimization....Pages 855-865
Mathematical Modeling of Environmental Optimization of Urban Green Systems: With an Emphasis on Biodiversity and Environmental Conservation....Pages 867-879
Heuristics to Find Maximum Independent Set: An Overview....Pages 881-892
A Dichotomy of the Application of Genetic Algorithms in the Optimal Design of Multirate Filter Banks....Pages 893-905
Topology Control in Wireless Ad Hoc Networks....Pages 907-918
A Survey of Multi-index Transportation Problems and Its Variants with Crisp and Fuzzy Parameters....Pages 919-932
Modified Differential Evolution for Constrained Optimization Problems....Pages 933-941
Joint Optimization of ICD and Reliability for Component Selection Incorporating “Build-or-Buy” Strategy for Component Based Modular Software System under Fuzzy Environment....Pages 943-955
Promotional Allocation Problem for a Multi Generational Product in Segmented Market....Pages 957-970
Single-Source, Single-Destination Coordination of EOQ Model for Perishable Products with Quantity Discounts Incorporating Partial/Full Truckload Policy under Fuzzy Environment....Pages 971-982
Optimal Media Selection for a Product in Segmented Market under Fuzzy Environment....Pages 983-995
Multicriteria Credibilistic Portfolio Rebalancing Problem with Fuzzy Chance-Constraint....Pages 997-1010
Dynamic Testing Resource Allocation of Modular Software System for SRGM Incorporating Testing Efficiency Using Differential Evolution....Pages 1011-1023
Fuzzy Multi-objective Build-or-Buy Approach for Component Selection of Fault Tolerant Modular Software System under Consensus Recovery Block Scheme....Pages 1025-1036
A Solution Procedure for a Linear Fractional Programming Problem with Fuzzy Numbers....Pages 1037-1049
A Neural Network Approach to Distinguish Parkinsonian Tremor from Advanced Essential Tremor....Pages 1051-1060
Application of Binary Particle Swarm Optimization in Cryptanalysis of DES....Pages 1061-1071
Back Matter....Pages 0--1

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The present book is based on the research papers presented in the International Conference on Soft Computing for Problem Solving (SocProS 2011), held at Roorkee, India. This book is divided into two volumes and covers a variety of topics, including mathematical modeling, image processing, optimization, swarm intelligence, evolutionary algorithms, fuzzy logic, neural networks, forecasting, data mining etc. Particular emphasis is laid on Soft Computing and its application to diverse fields. The prime objective of the book is to familiarize the reader with the latest scientific developments that are taking place in various fields and the latest sophisticated problem solving tools that are being developed to deal with the complex and intricate problems that are otherwise difficult to solve by the usual and traditional methods. The book is directed to the researchers and scientists engaged in various fields of Science and Technology.

Content:
Front Matter....Pages 1-15
Evolutionary Technique Based Compensator for Z – Shaped Pantograph System....Pages 1-10
Study on Ductility of Ti Aluminides Using Mamdani Fuzzy Inference System....Pages 11-22
A New Disc Based Particle Swarm Optimization....Pages 23-30
Application of Globally Adaptive Inertia Weight PSO to Lennard-Jones Problem....Pages 31-38
Serial DPGA vs. Parallel Multithreaded DPGA: Threading Aspects....Pages 39-50
Dynamic Call Transfer through Wi-Fi Networks Using Asterisk....Pages 51-61
Differential Evolution Strategies for Multi-objective Optimization....Pages 63-71
Dynamic Scaling Factor Based Differential Evolution Algorithm....Pages 73-85
Performance Improvement in Vector Control of Induction Motor Drive Using Fuzzy Logic Controller....Pages 87-97
A Fuzzy Particle Swarm Optimization for Solving the Economic Dispatch Problem....Pages 99-110
System Identification of Single Machine Infinite Bus Using GA-Fuzzy Technique....Pages 111-119
EAVD: An Evolutionary Approach Based on Voronoi Diagram for Node Deployment in Wireless Sensor Networks....Pages 121-129
Adiabatic Amplifier and Power Analysis of Different Adiabatic Inverters....Pages 131-139
A Improved Artificial Fish Swarming Optimization for Economic Load Dispatch with Dynamic Constraints....Pages 141-149
A New Approach for Recovering Nodes from Faulty Cluster Heads Using Genetic Algorithm....Pages 151-158
A Fuzzy Clustering Method to Minimize the Inter Task Communication Effect for Optimal Utilization of Processor’s Capacity in Distributed Real Time Systems....Pages 159-168
Novel Binary PSO for Continuous Global Optimization Problems....Pages 169-176
Incorporating Genetic Algorithms in Transport Management....Pages 177-192
A New Real Coded Genetic Algorithm Operator: Log Logistic Mutation....Pages 193-200
Trust Management Model for Wireless Ad Hoc Networks....Pages 201-206
Dynamic Angle Calculation for Fast Routing in GPS Assisted MANETS....Pages 207-218
Reliability Driven Soft Real-Time Fuzzy Task Scheduling in Distributed Computing Environment....Pages 219-226
Bacterial Foraging Optimization: A Survey....Pages 227-242
Fuzzy Logic Controller and Neural Network Controller as a Power System Regulator Implemented on GUI....Pages 243-256
Power Quality Improvement of Distribution System by Optimal Placement of Distributed Generators Using GA and NN....Pages 257-267
Evaluation of Proactive Fisheye Ad Hoc Source Routing Protocol for Various Battery Models in VANET Using Qualnet....Pages 269-278
A Collaborative Filtering Framework Based on Fuzzy Case-Based Reasoning....Pages 279-288
Distributed Load Balancing (DisLB) in Grid Wireless Sensor Network....Pages 289-299
Development of an Automated Examination Seating Arrangement Generation System Using Music Inspired Harmony Search Algorithm....Pages 301-309
Differential Evolution for Data Envelopment Analysis....Pages 311-319
Dynamic Tasks Scheduling Model for Performance Evaluation of a Distributed Computing System through Artificial Neural Network....Pages 321-331
An Analysis of Generalised Approximate Equalities Based on Rough Fuzzy Sets....Pages 333-346
Nondifferentiable Multiobjective Wolfe Type Symmetric Duality under Invexity....Pages 347-354
Multi-robot Box-Pushing Using Differential Evolution Algorithm for Multiobjective Optimization....Pages 355-365
MPG_AbTR: Ant Based Trusted Routing in MANets Using Mobile Process Groups....Pages 367-376
Uncertainty Analysis on Neural Network Based Hydrological Models Using Probabilistic Point Estimate Method....Pages 377-384
Redesign of Wireless Sensor Actor Network due to the Insertion of Obstacles....Pages 385-396
A Hybrid CS/GA Algorithm for Global Optimization....Pages 397-404
Minimum Spanning Tree Based k-Anonymity....Pages 405-413
Quantum Concepts in Neural Computation....Pages 415-421
A Novel Constructive Neural Network Architecture Based on Improved Adaptive Learning Strategy for Pattern Classification....Pages 423-433
A Novel Dual Band L-Slot Loaded Linearly Polarized Patch Antenna with Small Frequency-Ratio....Pages 435-440
Group Social Learning in Artificial Bee Colony Optimization Algorithm....Pages 441-451
Multiple Objective Optimization of Reconfigurable Manufacturing System....Pages 453-460
Design of Boolean Functions Satisfying Multiple Criteria by NSGA-II....Pages 461-468
Nature-Inspired Fault Tolerant Area Monitoring in Sensor Network....Pages 469-480
Optimizing Supply Chain Management Using Gravitational Search Algorithm and Multi Agent System....Pages 481-491
A Fuzzy Trust Model for Argumentation-Based Recommender Systems....Pages 493-502
Artificial Bee Colony Algorithm with Uniform Mutation....Pages 503-511
An Efficient Framework Using Fuzzy Logic and Multi Agent System for Cellular Network....Pages 513-523
Fuzzy Programming Approach to Solve Multi-objective Transportation Problem....Pages 525-533
Review on Sinkhole Detection Techniques in Mobile Adhoc Network....Pages 535-548
Performance of VANET Routing Protocols Using Realistic Mobility Model....Pages 549-555
SEVO: Bio-inspired Analytical Tool for Uni-modal and Multimodal Optimization....Pages 557-566
Quantitative and Qualitative Analysis of Unmanned Aerial Vehicle’s Path Planning Using Master-Slave Parallel Vector-Evaluated Genetic Algorithm....Pages 567-577
Modified Mutation Operators for Differential Evolution....Pages 579-588
Genetic Algorithm in Data Capturing and Mining....Pages 589-599
Enhancing Scout Bee Movements in Artificial Bee Colony Algorithm....Pages 601-610
Economic Load Dispatch with Prohibited Operating Zones Using Genetic Algorithms....Pages 611-619
Optimization of QoS Parameters for Channel Allocation in Cellular Networks Using Soft Computing Techniques....Pages 621-631
An ACO-GA Optimization Scheme for Route Discovery in Cellular Networks....Pages 633-643
Optimized Channel Allocation Using Genetic Algorithm and Artificial Neural Networks....Pages 645-655
Technical and Relative Efficiency Assessment of Some Private Sector Hospitals in India....Pages 657-666
Gender Classification Using Artificial Neural Networks through Independent Components....Pages 667-676
Design Optimization of Three Wheeled Motor Vehicle: A GA Approach....Pages 677-688
In-situ Efficiency Determination of Induction Motor through Parameter Estimation....Pages 689-700
Successive Feed-Forward Neural Network for Learning Fuzzy Decision Tree....Pages 701-714
Enhancing Different Phases of Artificial Bee Colony for Continuous Global Optimization Problems....Pages 715-724
Analyzing Fuzzy System Reliability Using Arithmetic Operations on Different Types of Intuitionistic Fuzzy Numbers....Pages 725-736
Cognitive Radio Parameter Adaptation Using Multi-objective Evolutionary Algorithm....Pages 737-748
Fault-Tolerant Relay Placement in Wireless Sensor Networks Using Particle Swarm Optimization....Pages 749-757
A Novel Approach for Web Services Discovery Using Rough Sets....Pages 759-771
A Novel and Distributed Method of Distance Measurement and Localization for MWSN Based on AOA....Pages 773-778
Artificial Weed Colonies with Neighbourhood Crowding Scheme for Multimodal Optimization....Pages 779-787
Virtual Learning System: A Conceptual Framework of Network Optimization....Pages 789-795
A Variant of Quantum Genetic Algorithm and Its Possible Applications....Pages 797-811
Parameter Tuning of Statcom Using Particle Swarm Optimization Based Neural Network....Pages 813-824
Determining the Effects of Single Input Layer as Angular Velocity of Rotor Blade on Blade’s Frequency Parameters by Regression Based Neural Network Method....Pages 825-832
Support Vector Regression with Chaotic Hybrid Algorithm in Cyclic Electric Load Forecasting....Pages 833-846
A Comparative Study of Different Approaches of Noise Removal for Document Images....Pages 847-854
Improving Wireless Local Area Networks Performance Using Particle Swarm Optimization....Pages 855-865
Mathematical Modeling of Environmental Optimization of Urban Green Systems: With an Emphasis on Biodiversity and Environmental Conservation....Pages 867-879
Heuristics to Find Maximum Independent Set: An Overview....Pages 881-892
A Dichotomy of the Application of Genetic Algorithms in the Optimal Design of Multirate Filter Banks....Pages 893-905
Topology Control in Wireless Ad Hoc Networks....Pages 907-918
A Survey of Multi-index Transportation Problems and Its Variants with Crisp and Fuzzy Parameters....Pages 919-932
Modified Differential Evolution for Constrained Optimization Problems....Pages 933-941
Joint Optimization of ICD and Reliability for Component Selection Incorporating “Build-or-Buy” Strategy for Component Based Modular Software System under Fuzzy Environment....Pages 943-955
Promotional Allocation Problem for a Multi Generational Product in Segmented Market....Pages 957-970
Single-Source, Single-Destination Coordination of EOQ Model for Perishable Products with Quantity Discounts Incorporating Partial/Full Truckload Policy under Fuzzy Environment....Pages 971-982
Optimal Media Selection for a Product in Segmented Market under Fuzzy Environment....Pages 983-995
Multicriteria Credibilistic Portfolio Rebalancing Problem with Fuzzy Chance-Constraint....Pages 997-1010
Dynamic Testing Resource Allocation of Modular Software System for SRGM Incorporating Testing Efficiency Using Differential Evolution....Pages 1011-1023
Fuzzy Multi-objective Build-or-Buy Approach for Component Selection of Fault Tolerant Modular Software System under Consensus Recovery Block Scheme....Pages 1025-1036
A Solution Procedure for a Linear Fractional Programming Problem with Fuzzy Numbers....Pages 1037-1049
A Neural Network Approach to Distinguish Parkinsonian Tremor from Advanced Essential Tremor....Pages 1051-1060
Application of Binary Particle Swarm Optimization in Cryptanalysis of DES....Pages 1061-1071
Back Matter....Pages 0--1
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