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Convergence Analysis of Online Gradient Method for High-Order Neural Networks and Their Sparse Optimization
This study introduces a smoothing technique for sigma-pi-sigma neural networks (SPSNNs) to improve network sparseness and generalization. The method enhances online gradient descent by optimizing network structure and controlling redundancy, supported by theoretical and experimental results.
Area of Science:
- Artificial Intelligence
- Machine Learning
- Neural Networks
Background:
- Traditional group regularization in neural networks can lead to non-convex and non-smooth error functions, causing oscillations.
- Sigma-pi-sigma neural networks (SPSNNs) require methods to enhance sparseness and generalization ability.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the boundedness and convergence of an online gradient method using smoothing group regularization for SPSNNs.
- To address the limitations of non-smooth error functions in original group regularization techniques.
Main Methods:
- Developed a novel smoothing technique to overcome the deficiencies of non-smooth error functions in group regularization.
- Applied the online gradient method with the proposed smoothing group regularization to SPSNNs.
- Analyzed the boundedness of weights and convergence properties (strong and weak) of the method.
Main Results:
- The smoothing technique effectively eliminates oscillations caused by non-smooth error functions.
- The proposed method optimizes network structure by driving redundant hidden nodes and weights towards zero.
- Demonstrated strong and weak convergence, and boundedness of weights for the online gradient method with smoothing group regularization.
Conclusions:
- The smoothing group regularization is an effective technique for enhancing SPSNN sparseness and generalization.
- Experimental results validate the theoretical findings, confirming the method's capability and redundancy control effectiveness.
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