Chapter 1 Multi-Objective Evolutionary Algorithms : A Review of the State-ofthe-Art and some of their Applications in Chemical Engineering

In this chapter, we provide a general overview of evolutionary multi-objective optimization, with a particular emphasis on the algorithms in current use. Several applications of these algorithms in chemical engineering are also discussed and analyzed. We also provide some additional information about public-domain resources available for those interested in pursuing research in this area. In the final part of the chapter, some potential areas for future research in this area are briefly described. keywords: evolutionary multi-objective optimization, chemical engineering, metaheuristics, evolutionary algorithms.

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