Summary of Multi-agent Deep Reinforcement Learning For Distributed Satellite Routing, by Federico Lozano-cuadra et al.
Multi-Agent Deep Reinforcement Learning for Distributed Satellite Routing
by Federico Lozano-Cuadra, Beatriz Soret
First submitted to arxiv on: 27 Feb 2024
Categories
- Main: Machine Learning (cs.LG)
- Secondary: Information Theory (cs.IT)
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| High | Paper authors | High Difficulty Summary Read the original abstract here |
| Medium | GrooveSquid.com (original content) | Medium Difficulty Summary This paper introduces a Multi-Agent Deep Reinforcement Learning (MA-DRL) approach for optimizing routing in Low Earth Orbit Satellite Constellations (LSatCs). Each satellite acts as an independent decision-making agent, utilizing feedback from nearby satellites to make decisions. Building on previous work, the authors extend their Q-routing solution to a deep learning framework that can adapt quickly to network and traffic changes. The proposed MA-DRL approach consists of two phases: offline exploration learning using a global Deep Neural Network (DNN) to learn optimal paths, and online exploitation with local, on-board pre-trained DNNs. Results demonstrate that MA-DRL efficiently learns optimal routes offline, which are then applied for efficient distributed routing online. |
| Low | GrooveSquid.com (original content) | Low Difficulty Summary This paper develops a new way for satellites in space to communicate effectively. Each satellite makes its own decisions based on information from nearby satellites. The approach uses artificial intelligence and learning algorithms to find the best ways for data to travel between satellites. This is done by training computers to learn from experience, which allows them to adapt quickly to changes in the network. The results show that this new method works efficiently and can be used in real-life situations. |
Keywords
* Artificial intelligence * Deep learning * Neural network * Reinforcement learning
