Indian researchers have created a hybrid salp swarm algorithm to optimize MPPT tracking in PV systems under partial shading conditions. It is based on the swarming behavior of salps in the ocean.

Alireza Sahebgharani, MULTI-OBJECTIVE LAND USE OPTIMIZATION THROUGH PARALLEL PARTICLE SWARM ALGORITHM, Journal of Urban and Environmental Engineering, Vol. 10, No. 1 (January to June 2016), pp. 42-49 ...

The proposed hybrid MPPT algorithm combines the benefits of two algorithms – the salp swarm algorithm (SSA) and the hill climbing (HC).

Qi Xiong, Hongbo Zhang, Qiusheng Rong, Path Planning Based on Improved Particle Swarm Optimization for AUVs, Journal of Coastal Research, SPECIAL ISSUE NO. 111. Today’s Modern Coastal Society: ...

Novel 'cuckoo search algorithm' beats particle swarm optimization in engineering design Date: May 28, 2010 Source: Inderscience Summary: The familiar early summer call of the cuckoo has inspired ...