Guiding Vector Field

Guiding vector fields (GVFs) are mathematical tools used to coordinate the movement of multiple robots, directing them towards desired paths, surfaces, or targets. Current research focuses on developing distributed GVFs, often incorporating virtual coordinates to manage robot interactions and avoid singularities, enabling flexible formations and robust obstacle avoidance even with complex robot dynamics. These algorithms find application in diverse areas such as swarm robotics, multi-robot surface navigation, and cross-domain unmanned systems, improving coordination efficiency and reducing communication overhead. The resulting advancements contribute to more robust and scalable control strategies for complex multi-robot systems.