Synthetic Feature
Synthetic features are artificially generated data points designed to augment existing datasets, addressing limitations like data scarcity, class imbalance, and the need for improved model generalization. Current research focuses on generating synthetic features using various methods, including generative adversarial networks (GANs), transformers, and optimal transport, often within specific model architectures like deep feedforward networks and transformers to improve performance in tasks such as image classification, object detection, and fault diagnosis. This work is significant because it enhances the robustness and accuracy of machine learning models, particularly in domains with limited real-world data, leading to improved performance in applications ranging from medical image analysis to industrial fault detection.