Evolving Dynamic Collective Behaviors by Minimizing Surprise

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Abstract

Our minimize surprise method evolves swarm robot controllers using a task-independent reward for prediction accuracy. Since no specific task is rewarded during optimization, various collective behaviors can emerge, as has also been shown in previous work. But so far, all generated behaviors were static or repetitive allowing for easy sensor predictions due to mostly constant sensor input. Our goal is to generate more dynamic behaviors that vary behavior based on changes in sensor input. We modify environment and agent capabilities, and extend the minimize surprise reward with additional components rewarding homing or curiosity. In preliminary experiments, we were able to generate first dynamic behaviors through our modifications, providing a promising basis for future work.

Details

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationALIFE 2023: Ghost in the Machine
Pages354-356
Number of pages3
Publication statusPublished - 2023
Peer-reviewedYes

Publication series

SeriesALIFE : proceedings of the artificial life conference.

Conference

Title2023 Conference on Artificial Life
SubtitleGhost in the machine
Abbreviated titleALIFE 2023
Duration24 - 28 July 2023
Website
LocationClark Memorial Student Center
CitySapporo
CountryJapan

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