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Nicolas Chaumont1, Richard Egli, Christoph Adami

  • 1Département d'informatique, Université de Sherbrooke, Sherbrooke, Québec, Canada J1K. nicolas_chaumont@kgi.edu

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|March 16, 2007
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This study evolved virtual creatures using genetic algorithms, creating realistic walkers and innovative catapults. The flexible system demonstrated emergent behaviors like wheels and unique throwing techniques.

Area of Science:

  • Artificial intelligence
  • Evolutionary computation
  • Robotics

Background:

  • Sims' foundational work in evolving virtual creatures.
  • Need for flexible platforms for evolutionary robotics research.
  • Limitations of previous systems in adapting to diverse objectives.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop a flexible system for evolving virtual creature morphology and controllers.
  • To investigate the emergence of realistic gaits and novel functions using genetic algorithms.
  • To demonstrate the system's adaptability to different evolutionary objectives.

Main Methods:

  • Implementation of a genetic algorithm for evolving virtual agents.
  • Utilization of an off-the-shelf dynamics engine for realistic simulations.

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  • Design of simple objective functions for walking and block-throwing tasks.

    • Main Results:

    • Emergence of diverse and realistic gaits in simulated walkers.
    • Evolution of varied throwing strategies and projectile propulsion techniques in catapults.
    • Discovery of novel principles, such as the wheel, through systematic mutation and selection.

    Conclusions:

    • The developed system effectively evolves complex behaviors and morphologies in virtual creatures.
    • Flexibility in system design and objective functions leads to diverse emergent strategies.
    • This approach offers a powerful platform for exploring evolutionary computation and artificial life.