Summary of Identifiable Representation and Model Learning For Latent Dynamic Systems, by Congxi Zhang et al.
Identifiable Representation and Model Learning for Latent Dynamic Systems
by Congxi Zhang, Yongchun Xie
First submitted to arxiv on: 23 Oct 2024
Categories
- Main: Machine Learning (cs.LG)
- Secondary: Systems and Control (eess.SY); Machine Learning (stat.ML)
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| Medium | GrooveSquid.com (original content) | Medium Difficulty Summary This paper proposes a method for learning identifiable representations and models from low-level observations, which is essential for reliable completion of downstream tasks by an intelligent spacecraft. The approach addresses the limitation of existing works that assume conditional independence or direct interventions on latent variables. Instead, it uses an inductive bias inspired by controllable canonical forms to learn sparse and input-dependent representations. The method can identify linear and affine nonlinear latent dynamic systems up to scaling and determine dynamic models up to simple transformations. This research has the potential to provide theoretical guarantees for developing trustworthy decision-making and control methods for intelligent spacecraft. |
| Low | GrooveSquid.com (original content) | Low Difficulty Summary This paper helps us build better machines that can make decisions on their own by learning from what they observe. It’s like trying to figure out how a machine works just by looking at its inputs and outputs. The problem is that most current approaches assume certain things about the machine, but in real life, things are more complicated. This paper proposes a new way of thinking that takes into account these complexities. By using this method, we can learn how machines work better and make them more reliable. |
