Spiking Neural Network
Spiking neural networks (SNNs), inspired by the brain's event-driven communication, aim to create energy-efficient artificial intelligence by processing information through binary spikes rather than continuous values. Current research emphasizes improving training efficiency through novel neuron models (e.g., parallel resonate and fire neurons, multi-compartment neurons), developing specialized weight initialization methods, and exploring various coding schemes (e.g., Poisson coding, stepwise weighted spike coding) to optimize performance and reduce energy consumption. This field is significant due to SNNs' potential for low-power applications in embedded systems, neuromorphic computing, and real-time signal processing tasks like robotic manipulation and brain-computer interfaces.
Papers
Inherent Redundancy in Spiking Neural Networks
Man Yao, Jiakui Hu, Guangshe Zhao, Yaoyuan Wang, Ziyang Zhang, Bo Xu, Guoqi Li
HyperSNN: A new efficient and robust deep learning model for resource constrained control applications
Zhanglu Yan, Shida Wang, Kaiwen Tang, Weng-Fai Wong
Expressivity of Spiking Neural Networks
Manjot Singh, Adalbert Fono, Gitta Kutyniok