Optimum Design of Reinforced Concrete Structures by Firefly Algorithm
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This research presents the application of firefly algorithm for the optimum design of reinforced concrete frames. The total cost is defined as an objective to determine the most economical design of reinforced concrete frames. The firefly algorithm for the optimum design was implemented using Visual basic language whereas ACI318-14 standards were applied to check the design results. In addition, important parameters of the firefly algorithm were tested for the maximum efficiency. From the result, the firefly algorithm can be applied for the optimum design of reinforced concrete frames. Using the maximum iterations of 200 times and firefly population of 125, the ideal statistical values along with the greatest usage suitability were obtained. Moreover, the optimum solution of firefly algorithm proves to be more economical than other methods for comparing the efficiency of every sample.
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