Review of multi-robot taxonomy, trends, and applications for defense and space

Nathan P. Lucas; Abhilash K. Pandya; R. Darin Ellis

doi:10.1117/12.919567

25 May 2012 Review of multi-robot taxonomy, trends, and applications for defense and space

Nathan P. Lucas, Abhilash K. Pandya, R. Darin Ellis

Proceedings Volume 8387, Unmanned Systems Technology XIV; 83871N (2012) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.919567
Event: SPIE Defense, Security, and Sensing, 2012, Baltimore, Maryland, United States

Abstract

Multi-robot systems may be capable of performing a wide variety of distributed, hazardous, and complex tasks that are difficult or impossible for independent robots. Despite significant research accomplishments and potential benefits for defense, space, and other application areas, much of the technology is still in early development. This paper reviews influential taxonomy and trends in multi-robotics. A condensed model of multi-robot interaction is presented. Potential near-term defense and space applications are categorized into two mission types: distributed and complex. Conclusions are drawn concerning research opportunities toward multi-robot systems for the defense and space domains.

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Nathan P. Lucas, Abhilash K. Pandya, and R. Darin Ellis "Review of multi-robot taxonomy, trends, and applications for defense and space", Proc. SPIE 8387, Unmanned Systems Technology XIV, 83871N (25 May 2012); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.919567

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