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Machine Learning and Simulations for Physical Neural Networks

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Zhou_cornell_0058O_12076.pdf (2.45 MB)
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https://doi.org/10.7298/f18w-hz64
https://hdl.handle.net/1813/115880
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Author
Zhou, Wenda
Abstract

Machine learning, particularly methods based on neural networks, has gained significant attention since 2012, resulting in remarkable advancements in fields such as image recognition and natural language processing. However, the development of machine learning faces two significant challenges. The first challenge concerns algorithms, which focus on designing algorithms that can cater to varying data situations. The second challenge pertains to hardware, which ensures sufficient computational resources and efficiency for training complex models within acceptable time and energy constraints. In this thesis, instead of concentrating on traditional machine learning training tasks, I will investigate the potential of implementing machine learning algorithms in two physical systems: a coupled pendulum system (Chapter 3) and an optical system (Chapters 5 and 6). I will focus on the software aspect of constructing a Physical Neural Network (PNN). This involves simulating physical systems and creating Digital Twins to enable training for physical systems that can not be trained directly through backpropagation.

Description
71 pages
Date Issued
2024-05
Keywords
Machine Learning
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Optical Neural Network
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Physical Neural Network
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Vowel Classification
Committee Chair
McMahon, Peter
Committee Member
Monticone, Francesco
Degree Discipline
Applied Physics
Degree Name
M.S., Applied Physics
Degree Level
Master of Science
Type
dissertation or thesis
Link(s) to Catalog Record
https://newcatalog.library.cornell.edu/catalog/16575496

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