A Self-Adaptive Modified Whale Optimization Algorithm for Optimizing the Linear Antenna Array

The whale optimization algorithm (WOA) is an effective algorithm for solving complex optimization problem. Its unique search mechanism results in better exploitation than exploration capability which means that it's easy to get trapped in the local optima. A self-adaptive modified whale optimization algorithm named of SAMWOA is proposed. A self-adaptive quasi-opposition method and novel population updating mechanism is integrated into the whale optimization algorithm to improve the solution accuracy. Finally, the proposed algorithm is utilized in optimizing the radiation pattern of a 16-element linear antenna array. The experimental results show that SAMWOA algorithm can reduce the sidelobe level obviously.