Expectation Formation in Multi-Agent Design Systems

This paper describes the use of expectation formation as a method of multi-agent learning in design. We first describe how expectations can guide and improve multi-agent design. We then propose a particular method of acquiring expectations in multi-agent design systems, describe an architecture that implements the method, and discuss an application in a chosen design domain.

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