Abstract
This paper describes a multi-agent system architecture that would permit implementing an established and successful nature-inspired algorithm, Ant Colony System (ACS), in a parallel, asynchronous and decentralised environment. We review ACS, highlighting the obstacles to its implementation in this sort of environment. It is suggested how these obstacles may be overcome using a pheromone infrastructure and some modifications to the original algorithm. The possibilities opened up by this implementation are discussed with reference to an elitist ant strategy. Some related exploratory work is reported.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages | 174-177 |
| Number of pages | 4 |
| Publication status | Published - 2006 |
| Event | AISB'06: Adaptation in Artificial and Biological Systems - Bristol, United Kingdom Duration: 3 Apr 2006 → 6 Apr 2006 |
Conference
| Conference | AISB'06: Adaptation in Artificial and Biological Systems |
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| Country/Territory | United Kingdom |
| City | Bristol |
| Period | 3/04/06 → 6/04/06 |