Hybrid Taguchi-cuckoo search algorithm for optimization of a compliant focus positioning platform

A long positioning range and a high first natural frequency are the two most important quality responses of a compliant focus positioning platform (CFPP). This paper aims to develop a hybrid Taguchi-cuckoo search (HTCS) algorithm to optimize overall the quality responses, simultaneously. The CFPP is designed via using flexure hinges. The length, width, and thickness of flexure hinges are considered as design variables. The Taguchi’s L16...