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SNN-FT: Temporal-Coded Spiking Neural Networks for Fourier Transform.
IEEE Transactions on Neural Networks and Learning Systems
|October 27, 2025
Summary
This study introduces an energy-efficient Fourier transform (FT) using spiking neural networks (SNNs). The novel approach significantly reduces latency and improves accuracy for signal processing applications.
Area of Science:
- Neuromorphic computing
- Signal processing
- Artificial intelligence
Background:
- The Fourier transform (FT) is essential in signal processing, but energy-efficient implementations are needed.
- Spiking neural networks (SNNs) offer energy efficiency but face challenges with latency and accuracy in FT applications.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze limitations in current SNN-based FT implementations.
- To propose a novel SNN-based FT (SNN-FT) with improved performance.
Main Methods:
- Developed a new SNN-FT using a logarithmically polarized time-to-first-spike (LP-TTFS) encoding and a piecewise ternary spiking neuron (PTSN) model.
- Mathematically validated the equivalence of SNN-FT to the conventional FT.
Main Results:
- The proposed SNN-FT demonstrates superior accuracy and reduced latency compared to existing methods.
- Extensive experiments in radar and audio signal processing confirm the efficacy of SNN-FT.
Conclusions:
- The novel SNN-FT offers a significant advancement in energy-efficient neuromorphic computing for FT applications.
- This technique holds great potential for diverse scientific and engineering domains requiring efficient signal processing.
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