Genetic algorithms with adaptive probabilities of operator selection

Abstract

In this paper we propose a new method of tuning the probabilities of the genetic operators. We assume that every member of the optimized population conducts his own ranking of genetic operator qualities. This ranking becomes a base to compute the probabilities of appearance and execution of genetic operators. This set of probabilities is a base of experience of every individual and according to this it chooses the operator in every iteration of the algorithm. Due to this experience one can maximize the chance of offspring survival.