Firefly algorithm: Enhanced version with partial population restart using complex network analysis

Abstract

In this paper, we are presenting an interesting method for controlling population diversity of the Firefly Algorithm (FA). Presented method is using the advantages of complex networks and their several characteristics, that can be helpful for the detailed analysis of metaheuristic algorithm inner dynamic. Through this work, we are trying to present a simple workflow for building and analysis of network and the most suitable choices in each step to achieve better results of FA, especially, when focusing on population diversity. © Springer International Publishing AG 2018.