Improving the Coordination Efficiency of Multiple AUV Operations Using Prediction of Intent

This research addresses the problem of coordinating multiple autonomous underwater vehicle (AUV) operations. A mission executive has been created that uses multi-agent technology to control and coordinate multiple AUVs in communication deficient environments. By incorporating a simple broadcast communication system in conjunction with real time vehicle prediction this architecture can handle the limitations inherent in underwater operations and intelligently control multiple vehicles. In this research efficiency is evaluated and then compared to the current state of the art in multiple AUV control