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Gordon H Y Li¹, Christian R Leefmans¹, James Williams²

¹Department of Applied Physics, California Institute of Technology, Pasadena, CA, USA.

Light, Science & Applications

|October 8, 2024

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We introduce Photonic Neural Cellular Automata (PNCA) for efficient deep learning using light. This novel approach enables robust image classification with sparse photonic connections, offering a scalable solution for future photonic computers.

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Area of Science:

Photonics
Deep Learning
Optical Computing

Background:

Deep learning demands efficient hardware, with photonics offering a promising solution.
Conventional neural networks face challenges in photonic implementation due to dense connectivity requirements.

Purpose of the Study:

To propose and demonstrate Photonic Neural Cellular Automata (PNCA) for photonic deep learning with sparse connectivity.
To overcome limitations of conventional photonic neural networks.

Main Methods:

Utilized linear light interference and parametric nonlinear optics for all-optical computations.
Employed a time-multiplexed photonic network for self-organized image classification.
Implemented PNCA with sparse connectivity, leveraging local interactions.

Main Results:

Achieved binary image classification with high experimental accuracy using only 3 programmable photonic parameters.
Demonstrated the ability to recognize out-of-distribution data.
Showcased robust, reliable, and efficient processing through PNCA.

Conclusions:

PNCA offers a compelling alternative to conventional photonic neural networks by maximizing light's advantages.
The PNCA approach is adaptable to existing photonic hardware.
This work advances photonic deep learning and paves the way for next-generation photonic computers.