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다중 에이전트 강화 학습을 이용한 트랜스포터 혼잡 회피 경로 계획 최적화

Multi-Agent Reinforcement Learning for Optimizing Path Planning of Transporters Considering the Congestion

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주제분류과학기술학

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첨단 기술이 적용된 대규모 유통 센터(mega DC)는 지능형 물류 운영을 실현하는 데 필수적인 역할을 한다. 그러나 다수의 자율 운송 장치가 동적으로 운용되는 대규모 mega DC의 효율적 관리는 기존 경로 계획 방식으로는 효과적으로 대응하기 어렵다. 이러한 문제를 해결하기 위해 본 연구는 다중 에이전트 강화 학습(MARL)과 보조 학습 기법을 결합한 혁신적인 경로 계획 프레임워크를 제안한다. 제안된 프레임워크는 학습의 가속화와 안정성을 위해 특화된 보상 구조와 추가적인 기법들을 도입하여 시스템 전반의 성능을 최적화하는 데 중점을 둔다. 소규모 환경에서 제한된 수의 운송 장치에 대한 경로 최적화를 목표로 MARL 네트워크를 훈련하여 효율성을 검증하였으며, 훈련된 모델 파라미터는 대규모 환경으로의 적용 시 초기 조건으로 활용하여 적응 과정을 가속화하였다. 또한, 복잡한 대규모 환경에서 수렴을 촉진하기 위해 학습을 난이도에 따라 단계적으로 진행하는 커리큘럼 학습 접근법을 적용하였다. 실험 결과, 제안된 접근법은 충돌, 혼잡, 교착 상태와 같은 문제를 효과적으로 해결함으로써 시스템 전체 성능이 유의미하게 향상되는 것을 확인하였다.

Abstract

Advanced mega distribution centers(mega DCs) equipped with cutting-edge technologies are essential for enabling intelligent logistics operations. However, the efficient management of large-scale mega DCs with a dynamic array of autonomous transportation devices presents complexities that traditional path planning approaches struggle to address. To overcome these challenges, this study proposes an innovative path planning framework that integrates Multi-Agent Reinforcement Learning (MARL) with supplementary learning techniques to facilitate accelerated and stable training. This framework incorporates a specialized reward schema alongside auxiliary methodologies aimed at optimizing system-wide performance. Initially, we train MARL networks within a controlled, small-scale environment, focusing on path optimization for a limited number of transportation agents to validate efficiency. The trained model parameters are then leveraged as initial conditions for deployment in a larger-scale environment, thus expediting adaptation. Additionally, we employ a curriculum learning approach, segmenting the training process into levels of progressive difficulty to enhance convergence in complex, large-scale scenarios. Empirical results demonstrate that the proposed approach effectively mitigates operational challenges such as collisions, congestion, and deadlock, leading to significant improvements in overall system performance.

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