title: A novel approach for solving constrained nonlinear optimization problems using neurofuzzy systems.
abstract: A neural network model for solving constrained nonlinear optimization problems with bounded variables is presented in this paper. More specifically, a modified Hopfield network is developed and its internal parameters are computed using the valid-subspace technique. These parameters guarantee the convergence of the network to the equilibrium points. The network is shown to be completely stable and globally convergent to the solutions of constrained nonlinear optimization problems. A fuzzy logic controller is incorporated in the network to minimize convergence time. Simulation results are presented to validate the proposed approach.
authors.affiliation: Department of Electrical Engineering, State University of São Paulo, Bauru, São Paulo 17033-360, Brazil. ivan@bauru.unesp.br
authors.forename: I N
authors.initials: IN
authors.lastname: da Silva
authors.forename: A N
authors.initials: AN
authors.lastname: de Souza
authors.forename: M E
authors.initials: ME
authors.lastname: Bordon
mesh_terms: D017143:Fuzzy Logic; D016571:Neural Networks, Computer; D017711:Nonlinear Dynamics