[comp.ai.neural-nets] Competion neural nets + genetic algorithms cont'd

nollie@earth.rivm.nl (Arnold Reinders) (06/07/91)

Dear netter,

Two months ago I announced a competition of neural networks and
genetic algorithms. A lot of people reacted, and I have to apologize
for the delay. C++ and memory management took longer than I expected.
 
The total amount of code is about 1MB. Compressed it still takes
about 600 KB. Because of this I can't send it over the net and we
don't have FTP. The only way out is mail.
 
Below follow some questions people asked and the answers.
 
 1. Deadline:           01-01-1992
 2. Sources:            Will be sent to serious competitors after the
                        deadline is expired to their email address
 3. Language:           Only Turbo C++ on MS-DOS machines
 4. Newsgroup:          comp.ai.neural-nets for intermediate results
 5. Email networks to:  nollie@rivm.nl
 6. Your email:         Should always be provided for announcing results
 7. How to obtain:      Send a self addressed enveloppe, a formatted
                        1.44" floppy disk and $3 for return mail, to:
                                RIVM, afdeling ISC
                                Arnold Reinders
                                Postbus 1
                                3720 BA  Bilthoven
                                The Netherlands
                        Allow for about two weeks to receive your mail.
 
Please follow the guidelines for obtaining the world. I am afraid
I won't be able to reply each deviating mail.
 
Each network that is sent to me will be broadcast over the net,
intermediate results as well. I would like to see a lively debate
why some networks are better than others. Those who have their own
development kit can test the networks themselves.
 
I hope I have provided enough information. Thanks again for your interest.
 
Best regards,
 
Arnold Reinders Tel. work 31/30.74.34.51
                     home 31/40.41.15.96