Search Results for author: Abdelhak M. Zoubir

Found 33 papers, 6 papers with code

Fast and Robust Sparsity-Aware Block Diagonal Representation

1 code implementation2 Dec 2023 Aylin Tastan, Michael Muma, Abdelhak M. Zoubir

The block diagonal structure of an affinity matrix is a commonly desired property in cluster analysis because it represents clusters of feature vectors by non-zero coefficients that are concentrated in blocks.

Attentional Graph Neural Networks for Robust Massive Network Localization

no code implementations28 Nov 2023 Wenzhong Yan, Juntao Wang, Feng Yin, Yang Tian, Abdelhak M. Zoubir

To tap the potential of GNNs in regression, this paper integrates GNNs with attention mechanism, a technique that revolutionized sequential learning tasks with its adaptability and robustness, to tackle a challenging nonlinear regression problem: network localization.

Denoising regression

A Data-driven Deep Learning Approach for Bitcoin Price Forecasting

no code implementations27 Oct 2023 Parth Daxesh Modi, Kamyar Arshi, Pertami J. Kunz, Abdelhak M. Zoubir

Bitcoin as a cryptocurrency has been one of the most important digital coins and the first decentralized digital currency.

Feature Engineering

Low-Rank Tensor Completion via Novel Sparsity-Inducing Regularizers

no code implementations10 Oct 2023 Zhi-Yong Wang, Hing Cheung So, Abdelhak M. Zoubir

To alleviate the bias generated by the l1-norm in the low-rank tensor completion problem, nonconvex surrogates/regularizers have been suggested to replace the tensor nuclear norm, although both can achieve sparsity.

Robust Low-Rank Matrix Completion via a New Sparsity-Inducing Regularizer

no code implementations7 Oct 2023 Zhi-Yong Wang, Hing Cheung So, Abdelhak M. Zoubir

Moreover, the closed-form solution to its Moreau envelope, namely, the proximity operator, is derived.

Low-Rank Matrix Completion

Emergency Response Person Localization and Vital Sign Estimation Using a Semi-Autonomous Robot Mounted SFCW Radar

1 code implementation25 May 2023 Christian A. Schroth, Christian Eckrich, Ibrahim Kakouche, Stefan Fabian, Oskar von Stryk, Abdelhak M. Zoubir, Michael Muma

The large number and scale of natural and man-made disasters have led to an urgent demand for technologies that enhance the safety and efficiency of search and rescue teams.

Human Detection

Attacks on Robust Distributed Learning Schemes via Sensitivity Curve Maximization

no code implementations27 Apr 2023 Christian A. Schroth, Stefan Vlaski, Abdelhak M. Zoubir

Classically, aggregation in distributed learning is based on averaging, which is statistically efficient, but susceptible to attacks by even a small number of malicious agents.

Sparse Array Design for Dual-Function Radar-Communications System

no code implementations2 Jan 2023 Huiping Huang, Linlong Wu, Bhavani Shankar, Abdelhak M. Zoubir

The problem of sparse array design for dual-function radar-communications is investigated.

Sparse Array Beamformer Design via ADMM

no code implementations25 Aug 2022 Huiping Huang, Hing Cheung So, Abdelhak M. Zoubir

Moreover, the proposed ADMM algorithm outperforms the SDR, SDR-V, and SCA methods, in terms of computational complexity.

Convergence Analysis of Consensus-ADMM for General QCQP

no code implementations30 May 2022 Huiping Huang, Hing Cheung So, Abdelhak M. Zoubir

We analyze the convergence properties of the consensus-alternating direction method of multipliers (ADMM) for solving general quadratically constrained quadratic programs.

Robust and Efficient Aggregation for Distributed Learning

no code implementations1 Apr 2022 Stefan Vlaski, Christian Schroth, Michael Muma, Abdelhak M. Zoubir

This is followed by an aggregation step, which traditionally takes the form of a (weighted) average.

Low-Rank and Row-Sparse Decomposition for Joint DOA Estimation and Distorted Sensor Detection

no code implementations2 Feb 2022 Huiping Huang, Qi Liu, Hing Cheung So, Abdelhak M. Zoubir

Distorted sensors could occur randomly and may lead to the breakdown of a sensor array system.

Minimax Robust Landmine Detection Using Forward-Looking Ground-Penetrating Radar

no code implementations16 Nov 2021 Afief Dias Pambudi, Michael Fauß, Fauzia Ahmad, Abdelhak M. Zoubir

We propose a robust likelihood-ratio test (LRT) to detect landmines and unexploded ordnance using a forward-looking ground-penetrating radar.

Landmine

Multiple Hypothesis Testing Framework for Spatial Signals

1 code implementation27 Aug 2021 Martin Gölz, Abdelhak M. Zoubir, Visa Koivunen

The benefits of our method are illustrated by applications to spatially propagating radio waves.

Robust Regularized Locality Preserving Indexing for Fiedler Vector Estimation

no code implementations26 Jul 2021 Aylin Tastan, Michael Muma, Abdelhak M. Zoubir

The Fiedler vector of a connected graph is the eigenvector associated with the algebraic connectivity of the graph Laplacian and it provides substantial information to learn the latent structure of a graph.

Image Segmentation Semantic Segmentation

Asymptotically Optimal Procedures for Sequential Joint Detection and Estimation

no code implementations11 May 2021 Dominik Reinhard, Michael Fauß, Abdelhak M. Zoubir

We investigate the problem of jointly testing multiple hypotheses and estimating a random parameter of the underlying distribution in a sequential setup.

Sparsity-aware Robust Community Detection(SPARCODE)

1 code implementation18 Nov 2020 Aylin Tastan, Michael Muma, Abdelhak M. Zoubir

We compare the performance to popular graph and cluster-based community detection approaches on a variety of benchmark network and cluster analysis data sets.

Community Detection

Bayesian Sequential Joint Detection and Estimation under Multiple Hypotheses

no code implementations27 Mar 2020 Dominik Reinhard, Michael Fauß, Abdelhak M. Zoubir

This problem is investigated in a sequential setup under mild assumptions on the underlying random process.

Decentralized Decision-Making Over Multi-Task Networks

no code implementations20 Dec 2018 Sahar Khawatmi, Abdelhak M. Zoubir, Ali H. Sayed

In important applications involving multi-task networks with multiple objectives, agents in the network need to decide between these multiple objectives and reach an agreement about which single objective to follow for the network.

Decision Making

Robust Bayesian Cluster Enumeration Based on the $t$ Distribution

no code implementations29 Nov 2018 Freweyni K. Teklehaymanot, Michael Muma, Abdelhak M. Zoubir

Hence, we propose a two-step cluster enumeration algorithm that uses the expectation maximization algorithm to partition the data and estimate cluster parameters prior to the calculation of one of the robust criteria.

Clustering

Bayesian Sequential Joint Detection and Estimation

1 code implementation9 Jul 2018 Dominik Reinhard, Michael Fauss, Abdelhak M. Zoubir

We formulate an unconstrained sequential decision problem, whose cost function is the weighted sum of the expected run-length and the detection/estimation errors.

Signal Processing

Inverse Reinforcement Learning via Nonparametric Spatio-Temporal Subgoal Modeling

no code implementations1 Mar 2018 Adrian Šošić, Elmar Rueckert, Jan Peters, Abdelhak M. Zoubir, Heinz Koeppl

Advances in the field of inverse reinforcement learning (IRL) have led to sophisticated inference frameworks that relax the original modeling assumption of observing an agent behavior that reflects only a single intention.

Active Learning reinforcement-learning +1

Bayesian Cluster Enumeration Criterion for Unsupervised Learning

1 code implementation22 Oct 2017 Freweyni K. Teklehaymanot, Michael Muma, Abdelhak M. Zoubir

We derive a new Bayesian Information Criterion (BIC) by formulating the problem of estimating the number of clusters in an observed data set as maximization of the posterior probability of the candidate models.

Clustering

Gravitational Clustering: A Simple, Robust and Adaptive Approach for Distributed Networks

no code implementations31 Aug 2017 Patricia Binder, Michael Muma, Abdelhak M. Zoubir

The cluster enumeration exploits the fact that the highest attraction on the mobile mass units is exerted by regions with a high density of feature vectors, i. e., gravitational clusters.

Clustering

Bayesian Nonparametric Unmixing of Hyperspectral Images

no code implementations26 Feb 2017 Jürgen Hahn, Abdelhak M. Zoubir

In this work, we propose a Bayesian nonparametric framework that jointly estimates the number of endmembers, the endmembers itself, and their abundances, by making use of the Indian Buffet Process as a prior for the endmembers.

Decentralized Clustering and Linking by Networked Agents

no code implementations28 Oct 2016 Sahar Khawatmi, Ali H. Sayed, Abdelhak M. Zoubir

We consider the problem of decentralized clustering and estimation over multi-task networks, where agents infer and track different models of interest.

Clustering

Dictionary Learning Strategies for Compressed Fiber Sensing Using a Probabilistic Sparse Model

no code implementations21 Oct 2016 Christian Weiss, Abdelhak M. Zoubir

We present a sparse estimation and dictionary learning framework for compressed fiber sensing based on a probabilistic hierarchical sparse model.

Dictionary Learning

A Bayesian Approach to Policy Recognition and State Representation Learning

no code implementations4 May 2016 Adrian Šošić, Abdelhak M. Zoubir, Heinz Koeppl

Learning from demonstration (LfD) is the process of building behavioral models of a task from demonstrations provided by an expert.

Representation Learning

Inverse Reinforcement Learning in Swarm Systems

no code implementations17 Feb 2016 Adrian Šošić, Wasiur R. KhudaBukhsh, Abdelhak M. Zoubir, Heinz Koeppl

Inverse reinforcement learning (IRL) has become a useful tool for learning behavioral models from demonstration data.

reinforcement-learning Reinforcement Learning (RL)

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