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New training method for physical neural networks unveiled

Researchers have developed a new training method called Near-Equilibrium Propagation (NEP) that extends Equilibrium Propagation (EP) for use in complex-valued wave systems. This novel approach is effective even in weakly dissipative regimes and allows for in-situ training by adjusting local parameters, rather than requiring direct control over inter-node connections. The method was successfully tested on benchmarks for logical tasks and handwritten-digit recognition, demonstrating stable convergence and offering a practical pathway for training physical systems with limited control. AI

IMPACT This research could enable in-situ training of physical neural networks, potentially leading to more efficient and integrated AI hardware.

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  1. arXiv cs.LG TIER_1 English(EN) · Karol Sajnok, Micha{\l} Matuszewski ·

    Near-Equilibrium Propagation training in nonlinear wave systems

    arXiv:2510.16084v3 Announce Type: replace Abstract: Backpropagation learning algorithm, the workhorse of modern artificial intelligence, is notoriously difficult to implement in physical neural networks. Equilibrium Propagation (EP) is an alternative with comparable efficiency an…