CFM-BD builds interpretable fuzzy models for Big Data.
problem Maintaining accuracy and interpretability in fuzzy models for Big Data.
method Distributed learning algorithm with three stages: pre-processing, rule induction, and rule selection.
result CFM-BD constructs simpler models with fewer rules and linguistic labels, achieving competitive accuracy.
In a recent paper [1] we introduced the Fuzzy Bayesian Learning (FBL) paradigm where expert opinions can be encoded in the form of fuzzy rule bases and the hyper-parameters of the fuzzy sets can be learned from data using a Bayesian approach. The present paper extends this work for selecting the most appropriate rule b…
EGFC learns from streaming data to classify power quality disturbances.
problem Real-time detection and classification of power quality disturbances.
method Evolving Gaussian Fuzzy Classification (EGFC) framework with semi-supervised learning.
result Encouraging classification results from online data streams.
In regression problems, the use of TSK fuzzy systems is widely extended due to the precision of the obtained models. Moreover, the use of simple linear TSK models is a good choice in many real problems due to the easy understanding of the relationship between the output and input variables. In this paper we present FRU…
Develops a new fuzzy model using QPs and ewl2 regularization to improve local region behavior.
problem Inability of constant and linear functions to accurately describe local regions in fuzzy models.
method Applied Fuzzy C-Means for structure identification, used QPs as consequents, introduced ewl2 regularization.
result Improved model's ability to describe local regions without overfitting.
Proposes a fuzzy rule-based method for data visualization.
problem Preserving neighborhood relationships and handling non-linear manifolds in data visualization.
method Uses a first-order Takagi-Sugeno model with clusters and Geodesic c-means clustering for rule generation and parameter estimation.
result Behaves desirably and performs better than or comparable to other methods.
In this paper we propose a novel approach for learning from data using rule based fuzzy inference systems where the model parameters are estimated using Bayesian inference and Markov Chain Monte Carlo (MCMC) techniques. We show the applicability of the method for regression and classification tasks using synthetic data…
Enhanced fuzzy system predicts chaotic time series with improved accuracy.
problem Forecasting chaotic time series with high uncertainty.
method Combines evolving fuzzy systems, participatory learning, KRLS, and type-2 fuzzy sets.
result Proposed model outperforms other methods in accuracy and complexity.
TSK-Streams learns fuzzy rules from data streams.
problem Adaptive learning from evolving data streams.
method Combines AMRules principles with fuzzy rule advantages.
result TSK-Streams performs highly competitively in experiments.
A fuzzy expert system selects stocks for BSE using AI techniques.
problem Selecting stocks for investment allocation is challenging due to many influencing factors.
method Dempster-Shafer (DS) evidence theory for rule base generation, portfolio optimization model with ACO algorithm.
result The model's performance is satisfactory for short-term investment.
A method for concise fuzzy system modeling using ESSC-SL-CTSK-FS.
problem Complex nonlinear systems with high-dimensional data and large numbers of rules.
method Integrating ESSC for antecedents and SL for consequent parameters optimization.
result Effective reduction in the number of fuzzy rules for clearer and more interpretable models.
Optimal fuzzy classification aggregation functions are weighted means.
problem Characterizing optimal fuzzy classification aggregation functions.
method Proving optimality of weighted arithmetic means for fuzzy classification.
result Optimal fuzzy classification aggregation functions are weighted means.
Study compares GFMM neural networks for pattern classification.
problem Pattern classification problems.
method Two algorithms (incremental and agglomerative learning) to train GFMM neural networks.
result GFMM neural networks show strong and weak points on benchmark datasets.
New method reduces complexity of fuzzy decision trees in Big Data.
problem Reducing complexity in multi-way fuzzy decision trees for Big Data classification.
method Two-step process: 1) Probability integral transform, 2) Ruspini strong fuzzy partition.
result Up to 6 million fewer leaves with similar classification accuracy.
Advances rule-based multi-label classification using conformal prediction.
problem Improving accuracy and decision making in multi-label classification.
method Combines conformal prediction with rule-based learning to provide natural conformity scores and calibrate rule assessments.
result Calibrated conformity scores enhance prediction accuracy and decision making.
Optimized fuzzy entropy framework improves feature selection and classification performance.
problem Improving feature selection and classification in fuzzy entropy frameworks.
method Implemented and compared combinations of ideal vectors, maximal similarity classifiers, and fuzzy entropy functions.
result Optimized combination of ideal vector, similarity classifier, and fuzzy entropy function achieved the most stable performance for all three datasets.
This paper proposes an innovative method for segmentation of skin lesions in dermoscopy images developed by the authors, based on fuzzy classification of pixels and histogram thresholding.
Neural networks optimize stopping boundaries in financial instruments.
problem Optimizing stopping boundaries in financial instruments.
method Deep neural networks and empirical risk minimization for parameterizing stopping boundaries.
result Proved existence of stopping boundary under natural assumptions.
A novel weighted feature selection method using fuzzy sets improves classification accuracy and stability.
problem Improving feature selection accuracy and stability in machine learning models.
method Combination of four feature selection methods using fuzzy sets and bootstrap.
result Our method achieved significantly higher stability than individual methods.
Paper optimizes TSK fuzzy systems for large datasets with MBGD and novel regularization.
problem Optimizing TSK fuzzy systems for large datasets with high dimensionality.
method Proposes MBGD with UR and BN for TSK fuzzy classifiers.
result UR and BN improve classification performance on various UCI datasets.
This paper introduces a novel real-time Fuzzy Supervised Learning with Binary Meta-Feature (FSL-BM) for big data classification task. The study of real-time algorithms addresses several major concerns, which are namely: accuracy, memory consumption, and ability to stretch assumptions and time complexity. Attaining a fa…
This paper explores fuzzy systems' equivalence to neural networks and other machine learning methods.
problem Designing optimal fuzzy systems and overcoming challenges.
method Comparative analysis of Takagi-Sugeno-Kang fuzzy systems with neural networks, mixture of experts, CART, and stacking ensemble regression.
result Functional equivalence between fuzzy systems and machine learning methods.
Introduces fuzzy layers to enhance deep learning performance.
problem Improving deep learning accuracy for complex tasks.
method Incorporates fuzzy methodologies into deep learning architecture.
result Preliminary results show promising performance in semantic segmentation.
Improved online learning for fuzzy min-max neural networks.
problem Classification performance issues due to expansion and contraction steps.
method Proposes an improved online learning algorithm without contraction for overlapping hyperboxes.
result Significant improvement in classification accuracy and stability.
Unified framework evaluates different nearest neighbor classification methods.
problem Evaluating and comparing classical, fuzzy, and fuzzy rough nearest neighbor classification methods.
method Standardized nearest neighbor weighting with kernel functions applied to distance and/or rank values of nearest neighbors.
result NN, FNN, and FRNN perform best with Boscovich distance, and NN and FRNN perform best with specific combinations of weights and scaling measures.
New rule-based method for classification with scalability, interpretability, and fairness.
problem Developing a scalable and fair classification method.
method Column generation for linear programming, decision tree-based heuristic, and rule-based optimization.
result The method returns interpretable rules with optimal weights and addresses fairness constraints.
Paper proposes an online learning algorithm for a neuro-fuzzy classifier with mixed data.
problem Inability of GFMMNN learning algorithms to handle mixed-attribute data.
method Extended online learning algorithm for GFMMNN that can handle both continuous and categorical features.
result Superior and stable classification performance compared to other learning algorithms.
New gene selection method improves tumor classification accuracy.
problem Efficiently selecting relevant genes from high-dimensional tumor gene expression data.
method Fuzzy-Rough Set Theory for feature dependency analysis.
result The proposed method outperforms state-of-the-art techniques in tumor classification.
SigD2 reduces noisy rules in rule-based classifiers for better accuracy and readability.
problem Redundant and noisy rules in rule-based classifiers reduce model accuracy and readability.
method Two-stage pruning strategy and ensemble methods (bagging and boosting) to reduce noise and improve model performance.
result SigD2 and ACboost ensemble models outperform state-of-the-art classifiers in terms of accuracy and rule count.
Multi-label classification (MLC) is a supervised learning problem in which, contrary to standard multiclass classification, an instance can be associated with several class labels simultaneously. In this chapter, we advocate a rule-based approach to multi-label classification. Rule learning algorithms are often employe…
Develops a logifold structure for understanding datasets.
problem Understanding and classifying complex datasets.
method Local-to-global approach using measure-theoretical models.
result Improves accuracy in data classification problems.
Improves k-NN for monotonic data with robustness against noise.
problem Class noise in real-life data violates monotonic constraints in k-NN.
method Monotonic Fuzzy k-NN (MonFkNN) with new fuzzy membership calculation.
result Significant accuracy improvements and robustness against monotonic noise.
Rule-based classifiers quantify uncertainty using Bernoulli random variables.
problem Quantifying the uncertainty of precision estimates for rule-based text classifiers.
method Treat partitions of sub-strings as Bernoulli random variables, compare means using statistical tests, and combine classifiers using Dempster-Shafer theory.
result The approach can be used to combine binary classifiers into a multi-label classifier.
Unified framework for hierarchical image classification with epistemic uncertainty.
problem Overconfident predictions and lack of logical consistency in deep learning models.
method Neurosymbolic approach with epistemic deep learning, using focal set reasoning and differentiable fuzzy logic.
result Maintains accuracy on par with transformer baselines while providing more calibrated and interpretable predictions.
Fuzzy Bounded Twin Support Vector Machine for large datasets and streaming data.
problem Handling large datasets and learning from data streams.
method Combining TWSVM with fuzzy membership function and using dual coordinate descent with Fourier Gaussian approximation.
result Fuzzy Bounded Twin Support Vector Machine (FBTWSVM) provides fast training and robust classification.
Application of fuzzy support vector machine in stock price forecast. Support vector machine is a new type of machine learning method proposed in 1990s. It can deal with classification and regression problems very successfully. Due to the excellent learning performance of support vector machine, the technology has becom…
Imbalanced classification has been a major challenge for machine learning because many standard classifiers mainly focus on balanced datasets and tend to have biased results towards the majority class. We modify entropy fuzzy support vector machine (EFSVM) and introduce instance-based entropy fuzzy support vector machi…
BFPM improves machine learning accuracy by considering object types and memberships flexibly.
problem Inaccurate learning due to missing important parameters.
method BFPM relaxes fuzzy and possibilistic constraints, allowing arbitrary object memberships and movement analysis.
result BFPM enhances object movement analysis and provides flexible search space.
Big Data classifiers perform similarly to Small Data classifiers, suggesting scalability tradeoffs.
problem Comparing Big Data classifiers to Small Data classifiers for performance and scalability.
method Empirical study comparing Big Data classifiers to Small Data classifiers.
result Big Data classifiers are slightly inferior but catching up with Small Data classifiers.
Paper simulates LR fuzzy intervals with interval-valued cores.
problem Generating random fuzzy intervals with interval-valued cores.
method Developed algorithms for simulating LR fuzzy numbers with interval-valued cores.
result Numerically efficient algorithm for simulating fuzzy values.
Efficiency criteria improve conformal predictors' performance.
problem Improving the performance of conformal predictors.
method Learning classifiers by minimizing observed fuzziness as a training objective function.
result Conformal predictors trained by minimizing observed fuzziness perform better than traditional ones.
In this paper, we have tried to apply the concepts of fuzzy sets to Lie groups and its relative concepts. First, we define a C1 fuzzy submanifold after reviewing C1−fuzzy manifold definition. In main section, we defined the Lie group and some its relative concepts such as fuzzy transformation group,…
A new method selects the best feature selection technique for datasets.
problem Selecting the best feature selection method for unseen datasets.
method Data synthesis, meta features, fuzzy similarity, classification model training.
result Successfully recommended the best feature selection method for five out of eight datasets.
Fuzzy eIX method evolves classifiers for online data streams.
problem Handling time-varying classifiers in online data streams.
method Develops evolving Internal-eXternal Fuzzy granules for numerical data.
result Fuzzy eIX maintains high accuracy in dynamic scenarios.
RuleKit aids in creating interpretable models for various data types.
problem Creating interpretable models for different data types.
method Sequential covering induction algorithm for classification, regression, and survival problems.
result Facilitates verification of hypotheses about data dependencies.
This paper compares methods for handling mixed-attribute data in GFMM neural networks.
problem Handling datasets with mixed features in GFMM neural networks.
method Three main methods: encoding, combining with other classifiers, and specific learning algorithms.
result Encoding methods and combining with decision trees improve GFMM models' performance.
Proposes a score to compare rule-based algorithms' interpretability.
problem Lack of consensus on interpretability for predictive models.
method Defines a score with three terms: predictivity, stability, and simplicity, each quantified by simple formulas.
result Compares interpretability of rule-based and tree-based algorithms for regression and classification.
In this work we addressed the issue of applying a stochastic classifier and a local, fuzzy confusion matrix under the framework of multi-label classification. We proposed a novel solution to the problem of correcting label pairwise ensembles. The main step of the correction procedure is to compute classifier-specific c…