Swarm Robotics: A Formal Approach

Hamann, Heiko

This book provides an introduction to Swarm Robotics, which is the application of methods from swarm intelligence to robotics. It goes on to present methods that allow readers to understand how to design large-scale robot systems by going through many example scenarios on topics such as aggregation, coordinated motion (flocking), task allocation, self-assembly, collective construction, and environmental monitoring. The author explains the methodology behind building multiple, simple robots and how the complexity emerges from the multiple interactions between these robots such that they are able to solve difficult tasks. The book can be used as a short textbook for specialized courses or as an introduction to Swarm Robotics for graduate students, researchers, and professionals who want a concise introduction to the field.

Details

Published by: Springer

Publication Date: 2018-02-19

Format: Hardcover

ISBN-13: 9783319745268

DOI: 10.1007/978-3-319-74528-2

Dimensions: 235cm x155cm

Pages: 210