KNN Algorithm
The k-Nearest Neighbors (kNN) algorithm is a fundamental machine learning method used for both classification and regression tasks, aiming to predict the properties of a data point based on its proximity to known data points. Current research focuses on improving kNN's efficiency and accuracy, particularly through novel distance metrics, optimized parameter selection (like the optimal 'k' value), and incorporating variable selection or dimensionality reduction techniques to enhance performance, especially with high-dimensional data or limited sample sizes. These advancements are impacting diverse fields, from biomedical applications and tool condition monitoring to prosthetic control and natural language processing, by providing robust and interpretable models for various prediction tasks.