self awareness in the mobility open architecture simulation and tools framework
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Abstract
A Multi-Agent System's (MAS) overall performance is tightly coupled to the system's ability to schedule, monitor, and coordinate activities. These activities must maximize each individual agent"s utility to the group while minimizing the duration of the overall mission. The efficient acquisition and conveying of knowledge is critical to these activities. This paper describes the integration of meta-level knowledge and techniques for knowledge acquisition and conveyance in the Mobility Open Architecture Simulation and Tools (MOAST) framework. These knowledge systems enhance the simulation environment and provide the ability to develop, test, and analyze agents.
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