@inproceedings{db336841f7134018a0ad322e0518a914,
title = "FSTT algorithm: Can tides assist bio-inspired gradient taxis?",
abstract = "In this article we introduce a variation of the Firefly-Slime mold-Taxis (FSTaxis) algorithm, which is an emergent gradient ascent solution using external environmental influences such as tides, wind among others. Such external environmental influences are useful sources of energy for movement. If utilized, this results in substantial energy saving compared to robots relying solely on propulsion. Assistance using external factors can be adopted by various types of service robots depending on their environment of operation (for example, rescue robots, robotic underwater exploration). The variant of the FSTaxis algorithm we present in this paper combines bio-inspired communication strategies to achieve gradient taxis purely based on neighbor-to-neighbor interaction and tidal movements for mobility. In this article, we discuss the modified algorithm in detail and further introduce first simulation results obtained using a multiagent simulation environment.",
keywords = "Bio-inspiration, Gradient taxis, Self organization, Swarm robotics, Tides",
author = "Varughese, {J. Ch} and R. Thenius and F. Wotawa and Th Schmickl",
year = "2018",
month = jan,
day = "1",
doi = "10.1007/978-3-319-59972-4_23",
language = "English",
isbn = "9783319599717",
series = "Mechanisms and Machine Science",
publisher = "Springer Netherlands",
pages = "319--330",
editor = "Michael Hofbaur and Manfred Husty",
booktitle = "New Trends in Medical and Service Robots - Design, Analysis and Control",
address = "Netherlands",
note = "5th International Workshop on Medical and Service Robots : MeSRob 2016 ; Conference date: 04-07-2016 Through 06-07-2016",
}