SMUOs
SMUO stands for Single-Minded Unidirectional Obstacles. The term describes a hypothetical scenario or phenomenon encountered in artificial intelligence and robotics research, particularly in the context of navigation and task completion. It refers to a situation where an agent or system faces an object or condition that is perceived as entirely obstructive and requires a singular, direct approach to overcome or bypass. The "unidirectional" aspect implies that the obstacle only presents a challenge when approached from a specific direction or orientation.
The concept of SMUOs is often used to illustrate the limitations of simple obstacle avoidance algorithms. Many
Research into SMUOs often explores the development of more sophisticated perception and planning capabilities in AI.