Solving a practical clustering problem via GTMAS

Abstract

The Game Theory-basedMulti-Agent System (GTMAS) of Salhi and Töreyen, [10] and [12], implements a loosely coupled hybrid algorithm that may involve any number of algorithms suitable, a priori, for the solution of a given optimisation problem. The system allows the available algorithms to cooperate toward the solution of the problem in hand as well as compete for the computing facilities they require to run. This co-operative/competitive aspect is captured through the implementation of the Prisoners' Dilemma paradigm of game theory.