Abstract
We consider the construction of minimal multilayered perceptrons for solving combinatorial optimization problems. Though general in nature, the proposed construction method is presented as a case study for the sorting problem. The presentation starts with an O((n!)2) three-layered perceptron based on complete enumeration, that solves the sorting problem of n numbers. This network is then gradually reduced to an O(n2) three-layered perceptron, which can be viewed as a neural implementation of Preparata's parallel enumerative sorting algorithm.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 197-210 |
Number of pages | 14 |
Journal | Neurocomputing |
Volume | 5 |
Issue number | 4-5 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 1993 |
Externally published | Yes |