A brief review on multi-agent system approaches and methodologies

Abstract

Agents are understood by definition as entities that interact with their environment and also with other agents. Thus, when two or more agents are able to work together in order to solve a common problem, they form a multi-agent system (MAS). MAS are systems that integrate a set of agents that interact, communicate and coordinate to achieve the established objectives. MAS are designed to meet a set of objectives according to a set of rules and standards. This article briefly summarizes different MAS classifications and methodologies that have been extensively used in the literature.