Download PDFOpen PDF in browserDense Cross-Connected Ensemble Convolutional Neural Networks for Enhanced Model RobustnessEasyChair Preprint 137334 pages•Date: July 1, 2024AbstractThe resilience of Convolutional Neural Networks (CNNs) against input variations and adversarial attacks remains a significant challenge in image recognition tasks. Motivated by the need for more robust and reliable image recognition systems, we propose the Dense Cross-Connected Ensemble Convolutional Neural Network (DCC-ECNN). This novel architecture integrates the dense connectivity principle of DenseNet with the ensemble learning strategy, incorporating intermediate cross-connections between different DenseNet paths to facilitate extensive feature sharing and integration. The DCC-ECNN architecture leverages DenseNet's efficient parameter usage and depth while benefiting from the robustness of ensemble learning, ensuring a richer and more resilient feature representation. Keyphrases: Cross-Connected, Dense Deep Neural Networks, ensemble learning strategy, generalization, robustness
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