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Beyond swarm intelligence: The Ultraswarm

Holland, Owen and Woods, John and De Nardi, Renzo and Clarck, Adrian (2005) Beyond swarm intelligence: The Ultraswarm. [Conference Paper]

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Abstract

This paper explores the idea that it may be possible to combine two ideas – UAV flocking, and wireless cluster computing – in a single system, the UltraSwarm. The possible advantages of such a system are considered, and solutions to some of the technical problems are identified. Initial work on constructing such a system based around miniature electric helicopters is described.

Item Type:Conference Paper
Keywords:Mobile - Wireless Communications, Miniature helicopter, Swarm Robotics
Subjects:Computer Science > Robotics
ID Code:5572
Deposited By: De Nardi, Mr Renzo
Deposited On:28 May 2007
Last Modified:11 Mar 2011 08:56

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