Guiding the Self-Organization of Cyber-Physical Systems

TitleGuiding the Self-Organization of Cyber-Physical Systems
Publication TypeJournal Article
Year of Publication2020
AuthorsGershenson, C
JournalFrontiers in Robotics and AI
Volume7
Pagination41
ISSN2296-9144
Abstract

Self-organization offers a promising approach for designing adaptive systems. Given the inherent complexity of most cyber-physical systems, adaptivity is desired, as predictability is limited. Here I summarize different concepts and approaches that can facilitate self-organization in cyber-physical systems, and thus be exploited for design. Then I mention real-world examples of systems where self-organization has managed to provide solutions that outperform classical approaches, in particular related to urban mobility. Finally, I identify when a centralized, distributed, or self-organizing control is more appropriate.

URLhttps://www.frontiersin.org/article/10.3389/frobt.2020.00041
DOI10.3389/frobt.2020.00041