On-orbit assembly using superquadric potential fields [PDF]
The autonomous on-orbit assembly of a large space structure is presented using a method based on superquadric artificial potential fields. The final configuration of the elements which form the structure is represented as the minimum of some attractive ...
Badawy, Ahmed, McInnes, Colin
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Solving the potential field local minimum problem using internal agent states [PDF]
We propose a new, extended artificial potential field method, which uses dynamic internal agent states. The internal states are modelled as a dynamical system of coupled first order differential equations that manipulate the potential field in which the ...
Mabrouk, M. H., McInnes, C.R.
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Enhancing self-similar patterns by asymmetric artificial potential functions in partially connected swarms [PDF]
The control of mobile robotic agents is required to be highly reliable. Artificial potential function (APF) methods have previously been assessed in the literature for providing stable and verifiable control, whilst maintaining a high degree of ...
Punzo, Giuliano +2 more
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On-Orbit Manoeuvring Using Superquadric Potential Fields [PDF]
On-orbit manoeuvring represents an essential process in many space missions such as orbital assembly, servicing and reconfiguration. A new methodology, based on the potential field method along with superquadric repulsive potentials, is discussed in this
Badawy, Ahmed
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Robot Path Planning Based on Improved Potential Field Method [PDF]
Aiming at the problems of excessive gravity,local minimum point,unreachable target,trapped areas in traditional artificial potential field(APF) method,an improved potential field method based on path optimization strategy and parameter optimization is ...
WANG Bing, WU Hong-liang, NIU Xin-zheng
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Research on obstacle avoidance technology of fixed wing formation based on improved artificial potential field method with stereo vision [PDF]
To solve the problem that distributed fixed wing formation cannot know all the other aircraft states through the ground station and may collide, the improved artificial potential field method based on binocular stereo vision was proposed.
Liu Yu, Wang Xinhua
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Small spacecraft formation-flying using potential functions [PDF]
A group of small spacecraft able to change its orbital formation through using the potential function is discussed. Spacecraft shapes, sizes and manoeuvering capabilities in general are not identical.
Ahmed Badawy +4 more
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Lithium-Ion Battery SoC Equilibrium: An Artificial Potential Field-Based Method
Battery balance methods are the key technology to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the energy storage systems. Nevertheless, convenient balance methods experience slow convergence and difficult to adapt to quick charging applications.
Hongtao Liao +7 more
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Active obstacle avoidance method of autonomous vehicle based on improved artificial potential field
Aiming at the local minimum point problem in an artificial potential field based on a safe distance model, this article proposes an algorithm for active obstacle avoidance path planning and tracking of autonomous vehicles using an improved artificial ...
Yijian Duan +4 more
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An Efficient Ship Automatic Collision Avoidance Method Based on Modified Artificial Potential Field
A novel collision avoidance (CA) algorithm was proposed based on the modified artificial potential field (APF) method, to construct a practical ship automatic CA system.
Zhongxian Zhu +3 more
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