Workshop at ICRA 2025 | 19th May 2024
Abstract
Multi-robot systems are increasingly vital in various applications, especially in scenarios where a single robot falls short due to temporal constraints, design limitations, or task complexity. For example, in environmental mapping, multiple robots can cover vast and challenging terrains more efficiently than a single unit. In search and rescue operations, a fleet of robots can simultaneously navigate different areas of a disaster zone, improving the chances of locating survivors quickly. Precision agriculture also benefits from multi-robot systems, where robots work together to monitor crops, distribute resources, and manage large farming operations with greater precision and efficiency.
Effective communication across diverse robotic platforms is crucial, as robots equipped with varying sensors and communication protocols must exchange and integrate data seamlessly. Addressing the complexities of standardising data exchange and managing differences in data formats and quality is essential for maintaining a coherent understanding of the environment. Interpreting shared information involves aligning and reconciling disparate sensor data to achieve an accurate environmental representation. This process requires resolving semantic discrepancies, handling data conflicts, and applying advanced algorithms for robust information fusion. This workshop will bring together researchers and practitioners to tackle these challenges, ultimately enhancing the collaborative capabilities and decision-making of multi-robot systems.
Call for Contributions
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Speakers
- Peter Stone, The University of Texas at Austin
- Martin Saska, Czech Technical University in Prague
- Malika Meghjani, Singapore University of Technology and Design
- Angela Schoellig (TBC)
- Nikolay A. Atanasov, University of California San Diego
- Milad Ramezani, CSIRO
- Alberto Quattrini Li, Dartmouth College
Program
| Time | Content |
| 08:45 – 9:00 | Welcome and Introduction |
| 09:00 – 10:00 | Keynote: Coopernaut: End-to-End Driving with Cooperative Perception for Networked Vehicles Peter Stone |
| 10:00 – 10:25 | Cooperative exploration by teams of aerial robots in real-world missions Martin Saska |
| 10:25 – 10:50 | Heterogeneous multi-robot coordination in unstructured environments Malika Meghjani |
| 10:50 – 11:15 | Coffee Break + Poster Session (including setup) |
| 11:15 – 12:00 | Poster spotlights sessions |
| 12:00 – 13:00 | Lunch Break |
| 13:00 – 14:00 | Keynote: TBC Angela Schoellig (TBC) |
| 14:00 – 14:25 | ROAM: Riemannian Optimization for Active Mapping with Robot Teams Nikolai A. Atansov |
| 14:25 – 14:50 | Multi-agent Localisation and Mapping Reinforced by Advanced AI in Natural Settings Milad Ramezani |
| 14:50 – 15:15 | Towards robust autonomy of multi-robot systems in aquatic environments Alberto Quattrini Li |
| 15:15 – 15:45 | Coffee Break + Poster session |
| 15:45 – 16:45 | Panel |
| 16:45 – 17:00 | Concluding Remarks + Best paper award |
Organising Committee
 Riccardo Polvara Senior Lecturer University of Lincoln, UK |  Marija Popović Assistant Professor TU Delft, Netherlands |  Jen Jen Chung Associate Professor University of Queensland, Australia |  Guillaume Adrien Sartoretti Assistant Professor National University of Singapore |  Rajitha de Silva Post Doctoral Research Associate University of Lincoln, UK |
Contact us
- Riccardo Polvara : rpolvara@lincoln.ac.uk
- Marija Popović : m.popovic@tudelft.nl