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Nowadays, one of the goals of multi-agent systems (MAS) is to construct systems capable of autonomous, flexible decision-making and cooperate with other systems within a society. This society should take certain characteristics into account, such as distribution, constant evolution, or a flexibility that allows its members (agents) to enter and exit. Given the characteristics of these open environments, particularly their dynamism, it is essential to find a new approach to support the evolution of these systems and to facilitate their growth and update at execution time. In general, it is necessary to define the standards and platforms required for the interoperability and adaptability of the agents that meet these requirements. This article attempts to present THOMAS as a MAS architecture specifically addressed to support dynamic agent societies.
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Machado, A., Julian, V. (2011). Supporting Dynamics Multiagent Systems on THOMAS. In: Pérez, J.B., et al. Highlights in Practical Applications of Agents and Multiagent Systems. Advances in Intelligent and Soft Computing, vol 89. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-642-19917-2_21
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