Adaptive Robotics: A behavior-based system for control of mobile robots

Abstract

This report will explore behavior-based robotics and relevant AI techniques. A system for autonomous control of mobile robots inspired by behavior-based robotics, in particular Rodney Brooks' subsumption architecture, have been implemented, adapted for use in a multiagent environment. The system is modular and flexible, allowing for easy addition and removal of system parts. A weight-based command fusion approach is taken to action selection, making it possible to satisfy multiple behaviors simultaneously.