Granular Ball Random Vector Functional Link (GB-RVFL) and Graph Embedded Granular Ball Random Vector Functional Link (GE-GB-RVFL) Models: Enhancing Scalability, Robustness, and Geometric Structure Preservation
核心概念
The proposed GB-RVFL and GE-GB-RVFL models leverage granular balls as inputs to enhance scalability and robustness against noise and outliers, while the GE-GB-RVFL model also preserves the intrinsic geometric structure of the dataset.
摘要
The paper proposes two novel models:
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Granular Ball Random Vector Functional Link (GB-RVFL):
- Fuses the concepts of granular balls (GBs) and the RVFL network.
- Uses GBs as inputs instead of individual training samples, improving scalability by requiring only the inverse of the GB center matrix.
- Enhances robustness against noise and outliers through the coarse granularity of GBs.
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Graph Embedded Granular Ball Random Vector Functional Link (GE-GB-RVFL):
- Extends the GB-RVFL model by incorporating graph embedding (GE) to preserve the intrinsic geometric structure of the dataset.
- Employs subspace learning criteria within the GE framework to capture both intrinsic and penalty relationships among GB centers.
- Maintains the scalability and robustness properties of the GB-RVFL model.
The performance of the proposed models is evaluated on benchmark KEEL and UCI datasets, as well as large-scale NDC datasets and real-world biomedical datasets (BreakHis and ADNI). The results demonstrate that the proposed GB-RVFL and GE-GB-RVFL models outperform existing RVFL-based approaches in terms of accuracy, scalability, and robustness to noise and outliers. Additionally, the proposed models exhibit enhanced feature interpretability.
GB-RVFL: Fusion of Randomized Neural Network and Granular Ball Computing
統計資料
The number of granular balls (k) is significantly smaller than the total number of training samples (M).
The proposed models require the inverse of the GB center matrix (k × k) instead of the entire training matrix (M × (P + g)).
引述
"By leveraging the coarse nature of GBs, specifically focusing on their centers, we effectively harness the bulk of the information situated around these centers. This strategy renders our proposed GB-RVFL model less susceptible to noise and outliers, which are typically situated farther away from the central data distribution or clusters."
"The incorporation of a graph regularization term in conjunction with GE serves the purpose of preserving the structural details of the graph in the projection space."
深入探究
How can the proposed models be extended to handle imbalanced datasets or incorporate active learning strategies?
The proposed GB-RVFL and GE-GB-RVFL models can be extended to handle imbalanced datasets through several strategies. One effective approach is to integrate cost-sensitive learning, where different misclassification costs are assigned to classes based on their frequency. This can be achieved by modifying the loss function in the optimization problem to penalize misclassifications of minority class samples more heavily than those of majority class samples.
Additionally, techniques such as Synthetic Minority Over-sampling Technique (SMOTE) can be employed to generate synthetic samples for the minority class, thereby balancing the dataset before training the models. This preprocessing step can enhance the model's ability to learn from underrepresented classes.
Incorporating active learning strategies can further improve the performance of the proposed models. Active learning involves iteratively selecting the most informative samples for labeling, which can be particularly beneficial in scenarios where labeling is expensive or time-consuming. The models can be adapted to identify uncertain predictions or samples that are close to the decision boundary, allowing the model to request labels for these specific instances. This targeted approach can lead to more efficient training and improved classification performance, especially in imbalanced settings.
What are the potential limitations of the graph embedding approach used in the GE-GB-RVFL model, and how can they be addressed?
The graph embedding approach utilized in the GE-GB-RVFL model, while effective in preserving the geometric structure of the dataset, has several potential limitations. One significant limitation is the computational complexity associated with constructing and maintaining the graph, particularly as the size of the dataset increases. The adjacency matrix and the associated graph structures can become large and unwieldy, leading to increased memory usage and slower processing times.
To address this limitation, one could explore sparse graph techniques that reduce the number of edges in the graph while still capturing essential relationships among data points. Techniques such as k-nearest neighbors (KNN) can be employed to limit the connections to only the most relevant nodes, thereby simplifying the graph structure and reducing computational overhead.
Another limitation is the potential for overfitting, especially in high-dimensional spaces where the graph may capture noise rather than meaningful relationships. Regularization techniques can be integrated into the graph embedding process to mitigate this risk. Additionally, employing dimensionality reduction methods prior to graph construction can help in focusing on the most informative features, thus enhancing the robustness of the graph embedding.
Can the proposed models be adapted to work with other types of neural network architectures beyond the RVFL framework?
Yes, the proposed GB-RVFL and GE-GB-RVFL models can be adapted to work with other types of neural network architectures beyond the RVFL framework. The core concepts of granular ball computation and graph embedding are versatile and can be integrated into various neural network architectures, such as Convolutional Neural Networks (CNNs) and Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs).
For instance, in a CNN context, granular balls can be used to represent feature maps at different layers, allowing the model to focus on the most significant features while reducing the impact of noise and outliers. The graph embedding approach can also be applied to capture spatial relationships between features, enhancing the model's ability to learn from complex data structures.
In the case of RNNs, the GB and GE concepts can be utilized to manage sequences of data, where granular balls represent segments of the sequence, and graph embeddings capture temporal dependencies. This adaptation can improve the model's performance in tasks such as time series prediction or natural language processing.
Overall, the flexibility of the granular computing and graph embedding frameworks allows for their integration into various neural network architectures, potentially leading to improved scalability, robustness, and interpretability across different domains and applications.