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Part of the book series: Adaptation, Learning, and Optimization ((ALO,volume 10))

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The question of autonomy using agents is complex and requires significant skill to write applications that interoperate successfully. The complexity is derived from the need to cater for every conceivable outcome. Providing applications with the ability of being able to adapt dynamically is vital in this domain.Abrief discussion of design patterns, threads, components and associated architectural research are used to assist the reader in understanding this topic.

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Tweedale, J.W., Jain, L.C. (2011). Enhancing Autonomy. In: Embedded Automation in Human-Agent Environment. Adaptation, Learning, and Optimization, vol 10. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-642-22676-2_6

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