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  • Computational Neuroscience
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Dynamical Systems Theory

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  • Multistability in neural networks is extensively studied, with existing research linking stable equilibrium points to network dimension via power laws.
  • Practical applications often require a specific number of stable equilibrium points not expressible in power form, posing a challenge for current models.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop a method for constructing neural network activation functions that yield an exact, predetermined number of stable equilibrium points.
  • To establish criteria for multistability that are independent of network dimension and depend on the iteration count.

Main Methods:

  • An iteration method is employed to construct the necessary activation function for the neural network model.
  • Mathematical theories from matrix and functional analysis, alongside the inequality method, are used to analyze equilibrium points.
  • The state space is divided to determine the number and distribution of equilibrium points.

Main Results:

  • A method for constructing activation functions that precisely control the number of stable equilibrium points in neural networks is presented.
  • New criteria for multistability are established, which are dependent on the number of iterations and independent of the neural network's dimension.
  • The number and distribution of equilibrium points are determined through state space analysis.

Conclusions:

  • This study offers a novel approach to controlling neural network multistability by designing specific activation functions.
  • The findings provide a flexible framework for achieving desired numbers of stable equilibrium points, advancing practical applications of neural networks.
  • The established criteria offer new insights into neural network dynamics, independent of network size.