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Time-Discounted Ergodic Control for Decentralized Multi-Agent Exploration in Constrained E — NSF Award to University of Washington

Inspection of confined spaces, such as aircraft wings and ship compartments, is essential for maintaining safety and reliability in critical infrastructure. However, these environments are difficult and hazardous for human workers, and existing robotic methods often struggle to operate efficiently in tight, complex spa

Award titleTime-Discounted Ergodic Control for Decentralized Multi-Agent Exploration in Constrained E
Award ID2534985
AwardeeUniversity of Washington
CitySEATTLE
StateWA
Amount obligated$450,064
Principal investigatorSantosh Devasia
ProgramDynamics, Control and System D
Start date06/15/2026
AbstractInspection of confined spaces, such as aircraft wings and ship compartments, is essential for maintaining safety and reliability in critical infrastructure. However, these environments are difficult and hazardous for human workers, and existing robotic methods often struggle to operate efficiently in tight, complex spaces filled with structural constraints. Current exploration strategies tend to generate motion patterns that work well in open areas but are poorly suited for confined environments
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