MICE-HOLE PROBLEM

GUIDED BY : PREPARED BY :
MS.STEPHY PATEL SORATHIA NISHIT JAGDISHBHAI
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR(LJU) ENROLLMENT NO:22002170220047
ROLL NO:173
B.E. [IT] 5TH SEM
ABSTRACT
• The project involves assigning N mice to N holes placed in a straight line, with each
hole accommodating only one mouse.
• The objective is to the total time required for all mice to reach their respective holes.
• The solution employs sorting the positions of mice and holes, calculating the time
taken for each mouse to reach its assigned hole, and determining the maximum time
taken as the result.
• This abstract provides a concise overview of the problem and the algorithmic
approach used for its resolution.
INTRODUCTION
• In various real-world scenarios, the efficient allocation of resources is crucial
for optimizing processes and reducing overall operational time.
• The "Mice to Holes" problem addresses this optimization challenge in the
context of assigning mice to holes placed along a straight line.
• The problem assumes N mice and N holes, with each hole capable of
accommodating only one mouse.
• The mice can either stay in their current position or move one step left or
right. Each movement incurs a time cost of 1 minute.
• This project proposes a solution algorithm that involves sorting the positions
of mice and holes, calculating the time taken for each mouse to reach its
assigned hole, and determining the maximum time as the overall result.
OBJECTIVE
• Minimize Time: Devise an assignment strategy that minimizes the total time required for N mice to
reach their respective holes, considering the constraints of mouse movement and hole occupancy.
• Algorithmic Optimization: Implement a robust algorithm that sorts the positions of mice and holes,
enabling a systematic assignment approach that efficiently calculates the time taken for each mouse
to reach its designated hole.
• Scalability: Ensure the scalability of the solution for varying numbers of mice and holes,
accommodating different real-world scenarios where resource allocation and optimization are
critical.
• Performance Evaluation: Conduct thorough performance evaluations to assess the algorithm's
effectiveness in minimizing the total time for different input scenarios, ensuring its reliability and
efficiency in diverse use cases.
• By achieving these objectives, the project aims to contribute valuable insights and a practical
solution to the broader field of algorithmic optimization, resource allocation, and operational time
reduction in various applications.
 MICE-HOLE PROBLEM METHODOLOGY

• Understanding Problem.
• Designing Algorithm.
• Code Implementation.
• Testing and Validation.
• Optimization.
APPLICATIONS
• Task Scheduling:-
- In operating systems or task scheduling scenarios, tasks (mice) need to be
assigned to processors (holes) to minimize the overall completion time or
maximize resource utilization.
• Job Allocation:-
- In job allocation scenarios, where jobs (mice) need to be assigned to
machines (holes) for processing, the goal is often to minimize the completion
time of the last job, and this can be approached using the mice and holes
problem.
• Load Balancing in Distributed Systems:-
- In distributed computing environments, tasks (mice) may need to be
distributed among different processors or nodes (holes) to achieve load
balancing and maximize overall system efficiency.
ADVANTAGES DISADVANTAGES

• The algorithm optimizes the • Small variations in input data could

assignment of mice to holes, leading lead to different assignment
to a reduction in the overall time outcomes, potentially affecting the
required for the process. overall optimization.
• The algorithm's straightforward • In this no backtracking is possible.
design and sorting mechanism make
it easy to understand and
implement.
FUTURE WORK SCOPE
• Implement advanced sorting techniques to further improve the efficiency of
the assignment algorithm.
• Applying the algorithm to help scientists solve complex biological problems,
like understanding the shapes of proteins or discovering new medicines.
• Real-time application in real-time systems where minimizing the time for
resource allocation is critical, such as task scheduling in distributed systems
or robotic path planning.
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