Branching Out

USU computer scientists are developing a PRRLT or “Pseudo Rapidly-exploring Random Leafy Tree” algorithm to improve communication between robots. Increasingly used in military and workplace applications, robots are often required to operate as a team. PRRLT could overcome shortcomings of existing line-of-sight radio communications, which are often foiled by physical obstacles.

For more information, contact Arthur Mahoney, undergraduate research fellow; and Daniel Watson, associate professor, 435-797-2440, Computer Science Department, College of Science, Utah State University.