All Outputs (2)

Building distribution networks using cooperative agents. (2006)
Book Chapter
Urquhart, N. B. (2006). Building distribution networks using cooperative agents. In J. Rennard (Ed.), Handbook of Research on Nature Inspired Computing for Economics and Management (465-482). Idea Group Reference. https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-59140-984-7

This chapter examines the use of emergent computing to optimize solutions to logistics problems. The chapter initially explores the use of agents and evolutionary algorithms to optimize postal distribution networks. The structure of the agent communi... Read More about Building distribution networks using cooperative agents..

Routing using evolutionary agents and proactive transitions. (2003)
Book Chapter
Urquhart, N. B., Ross, P., Paechter, B., & Chisholm, K. (2003). Routing using evolutionary agents and proactive transitions. In Applications of Evolutionary Computing (696-705). Springer-Verlag

The authors have previously introduced the concept of building a delivery network using an agent-based system. The delivery networks are built in response to a real-world problem that involves delivering post to a large number of households within an... Read More about Routing using evolutionary agents and proactive transitions..