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Yayın A novel similarity based unsupervised technique for training convolutional filters(IEEE, 2023-05-17) Erkoç, Tuğba; Eskil, Mustata TanerAchieving satisfactory results with Convolutional Neural Networks (CNNs) depends on how effectively the filters are trained. Conventionally, an appropriate number of filters is carefully selected, the filters are initialized with a proper initialization method and trained with backpropagation over several epochs. This training scheme requires a large labeled dataset, which is costly and time-consuming to obtain. In this study, we propose an unsupervised approach that extracts convolutional filters from a given dataset in a self-organized manner by processing the training set only once without using backpropagation training. The proposed method allows for the extraction of filters from a given dataset in the absence of labels. In contrast to previous studies, we no longer need to select the best number of filters and a suitable filter weight initialization scheme. Applying this method to the MNIST, EMNIST-Digits, Kuzushiji-MNIST, and Fashion-MNIST datasets yields high test performances of 99.19%, 99.39%, 95.03%, and 90.11%, respectively, without applying backpropagation training or using any preprocessed and augmented data.Yayın Enhancing real estate listings through image classification and enhancement: a comparative study(Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI), 2025-05-22) Küp, Eyüp Tolunay; Sözdinler, Melih; Işık, Ali Hakan; Doksanbir, Yalçın; Akpınar, GökhanWe extended real estate property listings on the online prop-tech platform. On the platform, the images were classified into the specified classes according to quality criteria. The necessary interventions were made by measuring the platform’s appropriateness level and increasing the advertisements’ visual appeal. A dataset of 3000 labeled images was utilized to compare different image classification models, including convolutional neural networks (CNNs), VGG16, residual networks (ResNets), and the LLaVA large language model (LLM). Each model’s performance and benchmark results were measured to identify the most effective method. In addition, the classification pipeline was expanded using image enhancement with contrastive unsupervised representation learning (CURL). This method assessed the impact of improved image quality on classification accuracy and the overall attractiveness of property listings. For each classification model, the performance was evaluated in binary conditions, with and without the application of CURL. The results showed that applying image enhancement with CURL enhances image quality and improves classification performance, particularly in models such as CNN and ResNet. The study results enable a better visual representation of real estate properties, resulting in higher-quality and engaging user listings. They also underscore the importance of combining advanced image processing techniques with classification models to optimize image presentation and categorization in the real estate industry. The extended platform offers information on the role of machine learning models and image enhancement methods in technology for the real estate industry. Also, an alternative solution that can be integrated into intelligent listing systems is proposed in this study to improve user experience and information accuracy. The platform proves that artificial intelligence and machine learning can be integrated for cloud-distributed services, paving the way for future innovations in the real estate sector and intelligent marketplace platforms.Yayın Object recognition with competitive convolutional neural networks(Işık Üniversitesi, 2023-06-12) Erkoç, Tuğba; Eskil, M. Taner; Işık Üniversitesi, Lisansüstü Eğitim Enstitüsü, Bilgisayar Mühendisliği Doktora Programı; Işık University, School of Graduate Studies, Ph.D. in Computer EngineeringIn recent years, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has achieved impressive results, often surpassing human capabilities in tasks involving language comprehension and visual recognition. Among these, computer vision has experienced remarkable progress, largely due to the introduction of Convolutional Neural Networks (CNNs). CNNs are inspired by the hierarchical structure of the visual cortex and are designed to detect patterns, objects, and complex relationships within visual data. One key advantage is their ability to learn directly from pixel values without the need for domain expertise, which has contributed to their popularity. These networks are trained using supervised backpropagation, a process that calculates gradients of the network’s parameters (weights and biases) with respect to the loss function. While backpropagation enables impressive performance with CNNs, it also presents certain drawbacks. One such drawback is the requirement for large amounts of labeled data. When the available data samples are limited, the gradients estimated from this limited information may not accurately capture the overall data behavior, leading to suboptimal parameter updates. However, obtaining a sufficient quantity of labeled data poses a challenge. Another drawback is the requirement of careful configuration of hyperparameters, including the number of neurons, learning rate, and network architecture. Finding optimal values for these hyperparameters can be a time-consuming process. Furthermore, as the complexity of the task increases, the network architecture becomes deeper and more complex. To effectively train the shallow layers of the network, one must increase the number of epochs and experiment with solutions to prevent vanishing gradients. Complex problems often require a greater number of epochs to learn the intricate patterns and features present in the data. It’s important to note that while CNNs aim to mimic the structure of the visual cortex, the brain’s learning mechanism does not necessarily involve back-propagation. Although CNNs incorporate the layered architecture of the visual cortex, the reliance on backpropagation introduces an artificial learning procedure that may not align with the brain’s actual learning process. Therefore, it is crucial to explore alternative learning paradigms that do not rely on backpropagation. In this dissertation study, a unique approach to unsupervised training for CNNs is explored, setting it apart from previous research. Unlike other unsupervised methods, the proposed approach eliminates the reliance on backpropagation for training the filters. Instead, we introduce a filter extraction algorithm capable of extracting dataset features by processing images only once, without requiring data labels or backward error updates. This approach operates on individual convolutional layers, gradually constructing them by discovering filters. To evaluate the effectiveness of this backpropagation-free algorithm, we design four distinct CNN architectures and conduct experiments. The results demonstrate the promising performance of training without backpropagation, achieving impressive classification accuracies on different datasets. Notably, these outcomes are attained using a single network setup without any data augmentation. Additionally, our study reveals that the proposed algorithm eliminates the need to predefine the number of filters per convolutional layer, as the algorithm automatically determines this value. Furthermore, we demonstrate that filter initialization from a random distribution is unnecessary when backpropagation is not employed during training.
