Introductory Chapter: Swarm Intelligence and Particle Swarm Optimization

Abstract

In order to survive, the main objective of all creatures is foraging. Foraging behavior is cooperative in the same species. Each agent in the swarm communicates with others in such a way to find the food in the shortest time and way. This capability of all lively beings gives inspiration to the human being in order to find solutions to the optimization problems. Collective foraging behaviors of the lively beings are called swarm intelligence.