A chaotic path planning generator based on logistic map and modulo tactics

A simple, short and efficient chaotic path planning algorithm is proposed for autonomous mobile robots, with the aim of covering a given terrain using chaotic, unpredictable motion. The proposed technique utilizes the logistic map with a chaotic tactic that utilizes a modulo function to produce a sequence of directions for a robot that can move in eight different directions on a grid. Extensive simulations are performed, and the results show a fast and efficient scanning of the given area. In addition, the proposed algorithm is further enhanced with a pheromone inspired memory technique, with good improvements in efficiency. (C) 2019 Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved.