Abstract
Set covering problem is the model for many important industrial applications. In this paper, we solve some benchmarks of this problem with ant colony optimization algorithms using a new transition rule. A look-ahead mechanism was incorporated to check constraint consistency in ant computing. Computational results are presented showing the advantages to use this additional mechanism to ant system and ant colony system. Key words: Set covering problem, ant colony optimization, look-ahead techniques.
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