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Metaheuristics for optimization of waste treatment system- A state-of-the-art

review!
>> LIST OF METAHEURISTIC ALGORITHMS

A. Nature Inspired.
1. Ant colony optimization (ACO)
2. Particle Swarm Optimization (PSO)
3. Bee algorithm
4. Artificial bee colony.
5. Glow-worm Swarm Optimization
6. Artificial swarm intelligence.
7. Cuckoo search CS
8. Gravitational Search Algorithm:
9. Firefly algorithm
10. Spiral optimization (SPO)
11. Migrating Birds Optimization
12. Black Hole Algorithm
13. Grey Wolf Optimization
14. Flower Pollination Algorithm
15. Heap-Based Optimizer (most recent, 2020)
16. Political Optimizer (most recent, 2020)
17. Artificial Fish School Algorithm (AFS)
(there are more, I listed only broadly used, please check out the link )
B. Evolutionary-based
1. Genetic Algorithm GA
2. Evolutionary Algorithm EA
3. Differential Evaluation DE
4. Harmony search (HS)
5. Memetic Algorithm MA
6. Backtracking Search Algorithm BSA
7. Stochastic Fractal Search SFF
8. Across Neighbourhoods Search ANS
9. Memetic Algorithm
10. Krill Herd Algorithm
11. Whale Optimization Algorithm
C. Trajectory-based
1. Simulated Annealing
2. Tabu Search
3. Variable Neighbourhoods Search
4. Guided Local Search
5. Iterative Local Search
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Some useful links:
https://www.baeldung.com/cs/nature-inspired-algorithms
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Table_of_metaheuristics
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_metaphor-based_metaheuristics
Metaheuristics for optimization of waste treatment system- A state-of-the-art review!
>> Table of content:
1. Abstract:
 Provide a brief description of the purpose and scope of the article.

 Mentioning the most widely used algorithm for the Problem Statement.
 Comparing a set of Algorithms.
 Mentioning the Importance of using those Algorithms
2. Keywords:
 Metaheuristics
 Various Optimization Techniques (GA, ACO, TS, EA, VNS, SA, Hybrid VNS etc.,)
3. Introduction:
 Outline the significance of optimizing waste treatment systems and discuss how the use of
metaheuristics can contribute to this objective/ importance of optimization.
 What are the parameters, we need to count for using any algorithm?
 Mentioning the usage of different Algorithms in Various papers.
 In what ways, these algorithms are useful for waste treatments?
 In which part of the process, these algorithms are used?
4. Background and Concepts: Waste Treatment Systems and Metaheuristics
 Describe the basic concepts of waste treatment systems and metaheuristics, including
relevant terminology and definitions.
 We need to find the problems in which Metaheuristics can be implemented.
 Which factor triggers us to implement Optimization techniques for a process?
 And we need to choose the right algorithm for a particular problem Statement in a process.
 Defining the problem Statement.
 Formulating an Objective Function.
 Identifying Different Constraints
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5. Solid wastes (PRAVIN KUMAR. N)
 Metaheuristics are implemented widely in the field of Recycling and Disposal Domain in
Solid Waste Management (SWM)
 And other Main field is the Vehicle Routing for Solid Waste Collection for optimizing the
collection distance in a certain city. Uses Geographic Information System (GIS) for Data
Base.
 Majorly used Algorithms are from Nature Inspired Algorithms
 Examples: Ant Colony Optimization, Particle Swarm Optimization, Genetic Algorithm,
Evolutionary Algorithm, Salp Swarm Algorithm (New One)
 From this Info, we must decide which optimization has a better result than others.
 We must discuss about the various Algorithm and their usage in respective fields.
 From the findings, for Vehicle Routing problems for Solid waste Collection, ACS and GA are
most widely used.
 And for Disposal Recycling, Genetic, Simulated Annealing, Evolutionary Algorithm are used.
6. Liquid wastes.
 Touch upon subjects like e physical treatment process in wastewater treatment and biological
treatment process in wastewater treatment.
The physical treatment process we can have different types of processes along with their
optimization techniques:
Sedimentation: Optimization techniques are RSM(Response Surface Methodology)
 ANN(Artificial Neural Networks) is used to identify the optimal operating conditions that
will achieve the desired performance. Operating parameters are flow rate, settling time, and
sludge withdrawal rate.
 Filtration: Optimization techniques are GRA(Grey Relational Analysis) and Taguchi Method
for optimal desired performance operating parameters are flow rate, pressure, and filter media
type.
 Disinfection: Optimization techniques GA(Genetic Algorithms) and PSO(Particle Swarm
Optimization)Operating parameters are contact time chemical dosage and UV intensity.
 Coagulation and Flocculation: Response surface methodology and artificial neural networks.
Operating parameters are coagulant dosage, pH, and mixing intensity.
 Membrane Processes: Optimization techniques are Multi-Objective Optimization and Pareto
Optimization. Operating parameters are feed flow rate, pressure, and membrane pore size
 Pre-Treatment Processes: Optimization techniques are the Taguchi method and Response
Surface Methodology. Operating parameters are flow rate, retention time, screen or grit size
 Mixing: Optimization techniques are the Taguchi method and ANN. Operating parameters
are mixing intensity, retention time, and flow rate.
 Aeration: Optimization techniques are genetic algorithms and Particle swarm Optimization.
Operating parameters aeration time, retention time, and dissolved oxygen concentration
In biological treatment processes for wastewater treatment, we have:

Taguchi Method in Biological Treatment processes:
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 Aeration Optimization: Various factors are the aeration rate, cycle time, and the number of
aeration zones. Measure dissolved oxygen, mixed liquor-suspended solids, and nutrient
levels.
 Nutrient Optimization: identify optimal nutrient concentrations and dosages. For example, an
experiment could vary factors such as nutrient concentration, nutrient dosage, and nutrient
dosing frequency, and then measure the organic matter and nutrient removal rates to
determine the optimal combination of these factors.
 pH Optimization: pH affects biological treatment as it affects the activity and growth of

microorganisms identify optimal pH range and the appropriate dosages of pH-adjusting
chemicals. An example of an experiment using the Taguchi method to optimize pH is to
various factors such as pH range, pH-adjusting chemical, and dosage, and then measure the
organic matter and nutrient removal rates to determine the optimal combination of these
factors.
 Organic Loading Optimization: Optimizes organic loading rate by identifying the organic
loading rate and the corresponding hydraulic retention time(HRT). An example of an
experiment using the Taguchi method to optimize organic loading is to various factors such
as organic loading rate, hydraulic retention time, and aeration rate, and then measure the
organic matter and nutrient removal rates to determine the optimal combination of these
factors.
7. Gaseous wastes.
For sections 4,5,6 and 7:
 Examine a range of metaheuristic algorithms that are applicable for optimizing waste
treatment systems, such as genetic algorithms, particle swarm optimization, simulated
annealing, and ant colony optimization, among others.
 Shortly describe the algorithm’s basic concept, variables used, and applied technique.
 Evaluate the strengths and limitations of each algorithm, and discuss case studies and
applications that have used these algorithms to optimize waste treatment systems.)
8. Discussion:
 Summarize the current state of knowledge regarding the use of metaheuristics for waste
treatment systems optimization.
 Discuss about the findings or results of the Optimization techniques by comparing with
other methods.
 Identify any trends or emerging areas of research, and discuss the potential implications of
these findings.
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9. Impending difficulties and future direction.
 Analyse the challenges and limitations related to the use of metaheuristics for optimizing
waste treatment systems, and propose potential solutions to address these issues.
 Offer recommendations for future research in this domain, highlighting areas that have
received limited attention and areas that require further exploration.
10. Conclusion:
 Summarize the main findings of the article and their implications for optimizing waste
treatment systems using metaheuristics.
 Provide a final statement or call to action for researchers and practitioners in this field.

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Metaheuristics for optimization of waste treatment system- A state-of-the-art

>> LIST OF METAHEURISTIC ALGORITHMS

Some useful links:

Metaheuristics for optimization of waste treatment system- A state-of-the-art review!

>> Table of content:

 Provide a brief description of the purpose and scope of the article.

4. Background and Concepts: Waste Treatment Systems and Metaheuristics

5. Solid wastes (PRAVIN KUMAR. N)

In biological treatment processes for wastewater treatment, we have:

 pH Optimization: pH affects biological treatment as it affects the activity and growth of

For sections 4,5,6 and 7:

9. Impending difficulties and future direction.

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