Distributed Allocation Using Analog Market Wire Computation and Communication
Warren B. Jackson, Carlos Mochon, Koenraad Van Schuylenbergh, David
K. Biegelsen, Markus P.J. Fromherz, Tad Hogg, and Andrew A. Berlin
Abstract
This paper describes the implementation of a market-based scheme for
allocating and coordinating the actions of many mechatronic systems
using analog electronics. The system is versatile, low cost and
robust against changes in the number and capabilities of the
participating agents. As an example, the analog electronic market for
an airjet paper system applying forces and torques for controlled
object motion has been designed, built and tested. The results
demonstrate that the market approach delivers a fast response,
asynchronous communication, and robust coordination of a number of
agents.
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