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Ryhmärobotit, or swarm robots, are a type of robotic system composed of multiple, typically simple, robots that work together to achieve a common goal. These robots operate in a decentralized manner, meaning there is no single master robot controlling the others. Instead, each robot makes decisions based on local information and simple rules, interacting with its neighbors and the environment. This collective behavior can lead to emergent properties, where the overall system exhibits capabilities far beyond those of individual robots.

The concept of ryhmärobotit draws inspiration from biological systems like ant colonies or bird flocks, where individuals with limited abilities can collectively perform complex tasks such as foraging, navigation, or construction. Key characteristics of swarm robotics include scalability, where adding more robots can increase the system's effectiveness, and robustness, as the failure of a few robots does not necessarily lead to the collapse of the entire system. Their simple design and decentralized control also make them potentially cost-effective and easier to deploy in large numbers.

Applications for ryhmärobotit are diverse and include environmental monitoring, search and rescue operations, agricultural tasks, and even exploration in hazardous or inaccessible environments. Research in this field focuses on developing algorithms for coordination, communication, and self-organization to enhance the performance and reliability of these multi-robot systems. The challenge lies in designing the individual robot behaviors and interaction rules that will lead to the desired collective outcome.