Metaheuristic Optimization Algorithms: For Local Techniques, Global Techniques, and Hybrid Techniques

Kaushik Kumar holds a Ph.D. in Engineering from Jadavpur University, India, an MBA in Marketing Management from Indira Gandhi National Open University, India and a Bachelor of Technology from Regional Engineering College (Now National Institute of Technology), Warangal, India. For 11 years, he worked in a manufacturing unit of Global repute. He is currently working as a Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering, Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra, Ranchi, India. He has 23 Years of Teaching and Research Experience. His research interests include Composites, Optimization, Non-Conventional Machining, CAD / CAM, Rapid Prototyping and Quality Management Systems towards product development for societal and industrial usage and has received 31+ patents for them. He has published 55+ Books (including 31 Edited Book Volume) (They are referred as Text Books and Reference Books by 40+ Universities / Institutes in their academic curriculum), 95+ Book Chapters and 200+ Research Papers in peer-reviewed reputed national and international journals. Kaushik has also served as Editor–in–Chief, Series Editor, Guest Editor, Editor, Editorial Board Member and Reviewers for International and National Journals.

Ritesh Kumar Singh is an Associate Professor in the Department of Production & Industrial Engineering, BIT, Mesra, Ranchi, India. He has 23 years of teaching and research experience. His PhD dissertation was concerned with waste minimisation strategies in manufacturing industries. He has done post-doctoral research at INRIA Nancy, France. His research interests include continuous improvement philosophies such as lean manufacturing, TOC, Six Sigma, Reconfigurable Manufacturing Systems (RMS), supply chain management, e-sourcing, machining etc. He has authored nearly 60 technical papers in peer-reviewed journals and at various international conferences.

Sanjiv Kumar Tiwari is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Production & Industrial Engineering, Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra, Ranchi, India. He has 12 years of teaching and research experience. His Ph.D. dissertation is about continuous improvement using lean six sigma philosophy manufacturing industries. His research interests include quality engineering, decision support systems, operations research and continuous improvement philosophies like lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, etc. He has authored nearly 20 research articles in various peer-reviewed journals and conference proceedings.

Chikesh Ranjan is a highly accomplished Mechanical Engineer, PhD in Mechanical Engineering at the Department of Mechanical Engineering, Birla Institute of Technology Mesra, Ranchi, Jharkhand. He holds a Master of Engineering (M.E) degree in Mechanical Engineering with a specialization in Design of Mechanical Equipment from the same institution. Chikesh's academic journey began with a Bachelor of Engineering (B.E) in Mechanical Engineering from Marathwara Institute of Technology, Aurangabad, Maharashtra, where he graduated with First Class with distinction. His innovative contributions have been recognized through the publication of 15 journal papers, 10 authored books, and 12 book chapters. He has also been actively involved in various workshops, conferences, and webinars, organizing 10 workshops and 18 events, and coordinating 13 events. Additionally, he has participated in 31 training/FDP programs and attended 34 national/international workshops, seminars, and webinars.