Researchers introduced ARBoids, an adaptive residual reinforcement learning framework for the target defense problem with unmanned surface vehicles (USVs).
ARBoids integrates deep reinforcement learning (DRL) with the Boids model for multi-agent coordination in challenging interception scenarios.
In simulations, ARBoids demonstrated superior performance compared to traditional interception strategies and showed adaptability to attackers with varying maneuverability.
The code for ARBoids will be made available upon the acceptance of this research letter.