Gossip protocols are communication methods used in distributed systems where nodes share information with a subset of other nodes, spreading data throughout the network like gossip. This approach is particularly useful for achieving consensus, sharing updates, or maintaining consistency in multi-robot coordination environments. By enabling efficient information dissemination, these protocols help robots coordinate their actions and make decisions based on collective data rather than relying on a single point of failure.
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