Dimensions of Adjustable Autonomy

This panel discussion focused on the dimensions of autonomy that are defined and adjusted by the research of the workshop participants. In particular, the groups were able to explain and relate their work in adjustable autonomy to each other's work, although the topics and application areas are very diverse. We describe three dimensions of an agent's autonomy that are adjustable the agent's independence in how it carries out its goals, its control over choosing between options to carry out its goals, and the set of goals it has to achieve. Each of these dimensions of autonomy can be adjusted over time.