Hello people!

Here is a prototype agent-based auctions simulation using Jade Agents.

This prototype can be useful for comparing auction protocols under specific circumstances. It is written in Java and uses the Java Agent Development Framework. Currently, it supports only the following auction protocols (it is just a prototype):

Each auction simulation can run between one Auctioneer and any number of Bidders. Furthermore, each Bidder and the Auctioneer use as input a file with the auction product items. For each auction product item the Bidders have their price estimation and the Auctioneer has its minimum bid price.

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