GA-Powered Flood Evacuation Path Simulator

Job ID: 39265894

Budget: $200 – $250 USD

Project Title:
Flood Evacuation Route Optimization Using Genetic Algorithm (Python Simulation)

Project Description:
We are building a simulation to model flood evacuation scenarios using a Genetic Algorithm (GA). The goal is to optimize evacuation routes in a dynamic 2D grid environment where floodwaters gradually rise over time, creating blocked paths and obstacles.

The AI system should generate multiple evacuation paths, evaluate their fitness (based on distance, safety, and time), and evolve better solutions across generations using bio-inspired techniques such as selection, crossover, and mutation.

This project is focused on demonstrating the effectiveness of Genetic Algorithms in real-world optimization scenarios related to disaster management.

Project Objectives:
Simulate a grid-based environment representing a city or area with roads, safe zones, and flood-prone regions.

Simulate a rising flood scenario, where certain cells become impassable over time.

Represent each evacuation path as a chromosome (a sequence of directional moves).

Design a fitness function that prioritizes:

Reaching the safe zone before the flood reaches the evacuee

Minimizing path length and avoiding flooded areas

Implement a Genetic Algorithm to evolve and select optimal evacuation paths.

Provide basic visualization of the simulation and evacuation process.

Technical Requirements:
Language: Python

Recommended Libraries: NumPy, Matplotlib (or Pygame for animation)

Code should be well-structured, commented, and modular.

No real-world datasets are required; the simulation will use artificial grid environments.

Deliverables:
A working Python script that:

Builds the simulation environment

Implements a Genetic Algorithm for evacuation route optimization

Visualizes both the simulation environment and the best-evolved route

Clear documentation explaining:

How the simulation and algorithm work

How to run and test the code

Timeline:
Looking for completion within 10–14 days. A functional MVP with basic visuals and GA logic is sufficient.

Budget:
Please propose a budget based on the outlined scope and timeline. Open to negotiation for quality work.

Ideal Freelancer:
Strong understanding of Genetic Algorithms and evolutionary computing

Experience with Python and grid-based simulations

Ability to implement optimization logic and visualize results clearly

Bonus: Familiarity with disaster simulation or pathfinding problems