Autonomous Underwater Patrolling: An Autonomous Knowledge Acquisition System for Underwater Monitoring Using Multi Agents in a Cooperation Setting

Our knowledge acquisition system will be designed to be modular (i.e. the system allows removing/adding modules, such as agents and sensory systems, known to it, and optimizes its capabilities for the integrated modules) and adaptable (i.e. the system can be configured and adjusted based on the needs of missions and environmental conditions). These characteristics are essentially important as they enable utilizing the system for different missions in different areas where some components cannot be used (e.g. because of environmental conditions) or are not permitted. In addition, the system will be designed to be flexible (i.e. the system can be upgraded by accepting new technologies and new knowledge models).

Objectives: (1) to provide mobile and autonomous solutions for on-demand underwater monitoring (2) to provide modular, adaptable, and flexible solutions for addressing objectives of underwater monitoring missions

Expected results: (1) Increased capability for patrolling unstructured, remote areas (2) Fast and efficient deployment of resources for patrolling areas of interest (3) Improved data modality and improved latency in data availability and communication (4) Extended coverage for monitoring areas

Looking for: end users, underwater swarm expertise, cybersecurity, communication.