Sizing optimization of truss structures with discrete design variables using combined PSO algorithm with Special Particles Method

Department of Civil Engineering, Mahabad Branch, Islamic Azad University, Mahabad, Iran

Department of Civil Engineering, Mahabad Branch, Islamic Azad University, Mahabad, Iran

Department of Civil Engineering, Mahabad Branch, Islamic Azad University, Mahabad, Iran

Department of Civil Engineering, West Tehran Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran