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Area of Science:

  • Computer Science
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Human-Computer Interaction

Background:

  • The proliferation of the Internet of Things (IoT) is driven by fifth-generation (5G) mobile network advancements.
  • Smart home systems aim to improve quality of life through integrated technologies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To propose and test a multi-agent system model for efficient task management within smart homes.
  • To integrate gamification elements for enhanced user engagement and inter-family collaboration.

Main Methods:

  • Development of a multi-agent system architecture for task distribution.
  • Simulation of the system and its individual components to validate functionality.
  • Incorporation of gamification mechanics for task management and social interaction.

Main Results:

  • The proposed system effectively organizes and distributes tasks among family members.
  • Gamification features demonstrated potential for increasing engagement both within and between households.
  • Simulations confirmed the feasibility and performance of the multi-agent solution.

Conclusions:

  • Multi-agent systems offer a robust framework for smart home task management.
  • Gamification can significantly enhance user participation and cooperation in smart home environments.
  • The developed system provides a foundation for future smart home implementations and research.