Wendt, A., Götzinger, M., & Sauter, T. (2019). An Agent-Based Framework for Complex Networks. In J. MacIntyre, I. Maglogiannis, L. Iliadis, & E. Pimenidis (Eds.), Artificial Intelligence Applications and Innovations (pp. 559–570). Springer Nature Switzerland AG. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-19823-7_47
Multi-Agent System; Middleware; Internet of Things; Industry 4.0; Interoperability; Communication; MQTT; ACONA; Distributed Application Platform; Self-adaption
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Abstract:
A large number of research and industrial projects could benefit from a module-based development. However, these modules and the communication between them may vary from project to project. Therefore, a general middleware instead of several specialized middlewares for each domain is desired. This paper presents the ACONA Framework (Agent-based Complex Network Architecture). It is an agent-based middleware with a lightweight and flexible infrastructure. Also, it offers the possibility of evolutionary programming. Its performance is demonstrated in three applications: (i) A cognitive architecture with around 40 interconnected modules; (ii) a stock market simulator with elements of evolutionary programming; and (iii) an industry 4.0 application of a conveyor belt.
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Research Areas:
Digital Transformation in Manufacturing: 20% Automation and Robotics: 30% Computer Engineering and Software-Intensive Systems: 50%
