Neural Network Algorithm (NNA)

This code is the source code of Neural Network Algorithm (NNA), a metaheuristic, for solving unconstrained continuous optimization problems.

A novel metaheuristic optimization algorithm, inspired by biological nervous systems and artificial neural networks (ANNs) is proposed for solving complex optimization problems. The proposed method, named as neural network algorithm (NNA), is developed based on the unique structure of ANNs. The NNA benefits from complicated structure of the ANNs and its operators in order to generate new candidate solutions.