Model-based Workflow for the Automated Generation of PDDL Descriptions

TL;DR

This paper introduces a workflow that automates the creation of PDDL planning descriptions from engineering models, reducing manual effort and errors by leveraging Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) for efficient, adaptable planning.

Contribution

It presents a novel, integrated workflow that automatically translates system and product models into PDDL descriptions using MBSE, enhancing planning accuracy and flexibility.

Findings

Workflow successfully generates PDDL from engineering models

Validated with an aircraft assembly use case

Enables quick updates reflecting model changes

Abstract

Manually creating Planning Domain Definition Language (PDDL) descriptions is difficult, error-prone, and requires extensive expert knowledge. However, this knowledge is already embedded in engineering models and can be reused. Therefore, this contribution presents a comprehensive workflow for the automated generation of PDDL descriptions from integrated system and product models. The proposed workflow leverages Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) to organize and manage system and product information, translating it automatically into PDDL syntax for planning purposes. By connecting system and product models with planning aspects, it ensures that changes in these models are quickly reflected in updated PDDL descriptions, facilitating efficient and adaptable planning processes. The workflow is validated within a use case from aircraft assembly.