Unified Taxonomy for Multivariate Time Series Anomaly Detection using Deep Learning

• URL: http://arxiv.org/abs/2603.18941v1
• Date: Thu, 19 Mar 2026 14:17:28 GMT
• Title: Unified Taxonomy for Multivariate Time Series Anomaly Detection using Deep Learning
• Abstract summary: This study introduces a novel and unified taxonomy with eleven dimensions over three parts (Input, Output and Model) for the categorization of DL-based MTSAD methods.<n>Results reveal a convergence toward Transformer-based and reconstruction and prediction models.<n>This work thus consolidates fragmented knowledge in the field and provides a reference point for future research in MTSAD.
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• License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
• Abstract: The topic of Multivariate Time Series Anomaly Detection (MTSAD) has grown rapidly over the past years, with a steady rise in publications and Deep Learning (DL) models becoming the dominant paradigm. To address the lack of systematization in the field, this study introduces a novel and unified taxonomy with eleven dimensions over three parts (Input, Output and Model) for the categorization of DL-based MTSAD methods. The dimensions were established in a two-fold approach. First, they derived from a comprehensive analysis of methodological studies. Second, insights from review papers were incorporated. Furthermore, the proposed taxonomy was validated using an additional set of recent publications, providing a clear overview of methodological trends in MTSAD. Results reveal a convergence toward Transformer-based and reconstruction and prediction models, setting the foundation for emerging adaptive and generative trends. Building on and complementing existing surveys, this unified taxonomy is designed to accommodate future developments, allowing for new categories or dimensions to be added as the field progresses. This work thus consolidates fragmented knowledge in the field and provides a reference point for future research in MTSAD.

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