Towards Improving Robustness Against Common Corruptions using Mixture of Class Specific Experts

• URL: http://arxiv.org/abs/2311.10177v1
• Date: Thu, 16 Nov 2023 20:09:47 GMT
• Title: Towards Improving Robustness Against Common Corruptions using Mixture of Class Specific Experts
• Authors: Shashank Kotyan and Danilo Vasconcellos Vargas
• Abstract summary: This paper introduces a novel paradigm known as the Mixture of Class-Specific Expert Architecture. The proposed architecture aims to mitigate vulnerabilities associated with common neural network structures.
• Score: 10.27974860479791
• License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
• Abstract: Neural networks have demonstrated significant accuracy across various domains, yet their vulnerability to subtle input alterations remains a persistent challenge. Conventional methods like data augmentation, while effective to some extent, fall short in addressing unforeseen corruptions, limiting the adaptability of neural networks in real-world scenarios. In response, this paper introduces a novel paradigm known as the Mixture of Class-Specific Expert Architecture. The approach involves disentangling feature learning for individual classes, offering a nuanced enhancement in scalability and overall performance. By training dedicated network segments for each class and subsequently aggregating their outputs, the proposed architecture aims to mitigate vulnerabilities associated with common neural network structures. The study underscores the importance of comprehensive evaluation methodologies, advocating for the incorporation of benchmarks like the common corruptions benchmark. This inclusion provides nuanced insights into the vulnerabilities of neural networks, especially concerning their generalization capabilities and robustness to unforeseen distortions. The research aligns with the broader objective of advancing the development of highly robust learning systems capable of nuanced reasoning across diverse and challenging real-world scenarios. Through this contribution, the paper aims to foster a deeper understanding of neural network limitations and proposes a practical approach to enhance their resilience in the face of evolving and unpredictable conditions.

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