SwarmUS: An open hardware and software on-board platform for swarm robotics development

Villemure, Étienne; Arsenault, Philippe; Lessard, Gabriel; Constantin, Thierry; Dubé, Hubert; Gaulin, Louis-Daniel; Groleau, Xavier; Laperrière, Samuel; Quesnel, Charles; Ferland, François

doi:10.48550/arxiv.2203.02643

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“…Long-range infrared modules with adjustable output power allow the robot to communicate with its immediate neighbors at a range of 0.5 cm to 2 m. The robot has two boards—an upper board responsible for high-level functions (such as communication), and a lower board for low-level functions such as power management and motion control. SwarmUS [ 45 ]: This is a project that helps create swarms of mobile robots using existing devices. It is a generic software platform that allows researchers and robotics enthusiasts to easily deploy code in their robots.…”

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Implementation of an Artificially Empathetic Robot Swarm

Siwek,

Żywica,

Siwek

et al. 2023

Sensors

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This paper presents a novel framework for integrating artificial empathy into robot swarms to improve communication and cooperation. The proposed model uses fuzzy state vectors to represent the knowledge and environment of individual agents, accommodating uncertainties in the real world. By utilizing similarity measures, the model compares states, enabling empathetic reasoning for synchronized swarm behavior. The paper presents a practical application example that demonstrates the efficacy of the model in a robot swarm working toward a common goal. The evaluation methodology involves the open-source physical-based experimentation platform (OPEP), which emphasizes empirical validation in real-world scenarios. The paper proposes a transitional environment that enables automated and repeatable execution of experiments on a swarm of robots using physical devices.

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“…SwarmUS [ 45 ]: This is a project that helps create swarms of mobile robots using existing devices. It is a generic software platform that allows researchers and robotics enthusiasts to easily deploy code in their robots.…”

Section: Methodsmentioning

confidence: 99%

Implementation of an Artificially Empathetic Robot Swarm

Siwek,

Żywica,

Siwek

et al. 2023

Sensors

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“…The SwarmUS platform ( [45]) specifically focuses on standardizing swarm robotics platforms. 2) Optimization Algorithms for Path Planning and Coordination: Researches such as [44], [46]- [49] propose various optimization algorithms for path planning, motion coordination, and task allocation in swarm robotics. These algorithms aim to generate optimal trajectories, minimize path length, ensure collision avoidance, and improve energy utilization.…”

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Design and Development of swarm AGV’s alliance for Search and Rescue operations

Pyla,

Pandalaneni,

Raju

et al. 2023

Journal of Robotics and Control

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Rapid response is essential for saving lives in search and rescue operations since the amount of time is critical. In this project, a swarm of autonomous ground vehicles (AGVs) equipped with ROS-based software architecture will be designed and built for rapid search and rescue missions. The swarm of AGVs will function autonomously to navigate through challenging areas and be outfitted with a variety of sensors, including cameras, and LIDAR. The proposed system will be capable of performing 2D mapping, live video surveillance, autonomous navigation, victim/object detection, and two-way audio communication. The goal of the project is to reduce the risk to human life in dangerous areas by providing a quick and efficient response system for search and rescue operations. A centralized management system with a de-centralized module will be created as part of the project to keep an eye on and manage the AGV horde. However, there will be a functionality to take control of a specific robot in the swarm network when needed. In difficult areas where it might not be safe for humans to operate, the suggested method will enable quick and efficient search and rescue operations.

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“…Long-range infrared modules with adjustable output power allow the robot to communicate with its immediate neighbors at a range of 0.5 cm to 2 m. The robot has two boards -an upper board responsible for high-level functions (such as communication), and a lower board for low-level functions such as power management and motion control. • SwarmUS [42]: is a project that helps create swarms of mobile robots using existing devices.…”

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Implementation of an Artificially Empathetic Robot Swarm

Siwek,

Żywica,

Siwek

et al. 2023

Preprint

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This paper introduces an innovative framework for the integration of artificial empathy into robot swarms to enhance communication and cooperation. The proposed model relies on fuzzy state vectors to represent the knowledge and environment of individual agents, accommodating uncertainties in the real world. Utilizing similarity measures, the model compares states, enabling empathetic reasoning for synchronized swarm behavior. A practical application example demonstrates the model’s efficacy in a robot swarm striving for a common goal. The evaluation methodology involves the Open Source Physical-based Experimentation Platform (OPEP), emphasizing empirical validation in real-world scenarios. The paper proposes a transitional environment that allows automated and repeatable execution of experiments on a swarm of robots using physical devices.

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SwarmUS: An open hardware and software on-board platform for swarm robotics development

Cited by 3 publications

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Implementation of an Artificially Empathetic Robot Swarm

Implementation of an Artificially Empathetic Robot Swarm

Design and Development of swarm AGV’s alliance for Search and Rescue operations

Implementation of an Artificially Empathetic Robot Swarm

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