Genetic learning and performance evaluation of interval type-2 fuzzy logic controllers

Type-2 fuzzy sets, which are characterized by membership functions (MFs) that are themselves fuzzy, have been attracting interest. This paper focuses on advancing the understanding of interval type-2 fuzzy logic controllers (FLCs). First, a type-2 FLC is evolved using Genetic Algorithms (GAs). The type-2 FLC is then compared with another three GA evolved type-1 FLCs that have different design parameters. The objective is to examine the amount by which the extra degrees of freedom provided by antecedent type-2 fuzzy sets is able to improve the control performance. Experimental results show that better control can be achieved using a type-2 FLC with fewer fuzzy sets/rules so one benefit of type-2 FLC is a lower trade-off between modeling accuracy and interpretability.     

Ⅱ型模糊控制综述

Ⅱ型模糊集合是传统Ⅰ型模糊集合的扩展,其特征是隶属度值本身为模糊集合.基于Ⅱ型模糊集合的Ⅱ型模糊控制器可以同时有效地处理语言和数据不确定性,在高小确定场合具有明显超过相应Ⅰ型控制器的性能表现.本文首先对Ⅱ型模糊集合及系统理论进行了概述,然后对Ⅱ型非自适应模糊控制器Ⅱ型自适应模糊控制器和Ⅱ型自组织模糊控制器的研究进展分别...     

A type-2 neural fuzzy system learned through type-1 fuzzy rules and its FPGA-based hardware implementation

This paper first proposes a type-2 neural fuzzy system (NFS) learned through its type-1 counterpart (T2NFS-T1) and then implements the built IT2NFS-T1 in a field-programmable gate array (FPGA) chip. The antecedent part of each fuzzy rule in the T2NFS-T1 uses interval type-2 fuzzy sets, while the consequent part uses a Takagi-Sugeno-Kang (TSK) type with interval combination weights. The T2NFS-T1 uses a simplified type-reduction operation to reduce system training time and hardware implementation cost. Given a training data set, a TSK type-1 NFS is first learned through structure and parameter learning. The built type-1 fuzzy logic system (FLS) is then extended to a type-2 FLS, where highly overlapped type-1 fuzzy sets are merged into interval type-2 fuzzy sets to reduce the total number of fuzzy sets. Finally, the rule consequent and antecedent parameters in the T2NFS-T1 are tuned using a hybrid of the gradient descent and rule-ordered recursive least square (RLS) algorithms. Simulation results and comparisons with various type-1 and type-2 FLSs verify the effectiveness and efficiency of the T2NFS-T1 for system modeling and prediction problems. A new hardware circuit using both parallel-processing and pipeline techniques is proposed to implement the learned T2NFS-T1 in an FPGA chip. The T2NFS-T1 chip reduces the hardware implementation cost in comparison to other type-2 fuzzy chips.     

Distinguishability of interval type-2 fuzzy sets data by analyzing upper and lower membership functions

In this paper, we deal with the problem of classification of interval type-2 fuzzy sets through evaluating their distinguishability. To this end, we exploit a general matching algorithm to compute their similarity measure. The algorithm is based on the aggregation of two core similarity measures applied independently on the upper and lower membership functions of the given pair of interval type-2 fuzzy sets that are to be compared. Based on the proposed matching procedure, we develop an experimental methodology for evaluating the distinguishability of collections of interval type-2 fuzzy sets. Experimental results on evaluating the proposed methodology are carried out in the context of classification by considering interval type-2 fuzzy sets as patterns of suitable classification problem instances. We show that considering only the upper and lower membership functions of interval type-2 fuzzy sets is sufficient to (i) accurately discriminate between them and (ii) judge and quantify their distinguishability.     

Bearing condition prediction considering uncertainty: An interval type-2 fuzzy neural network approach

Rolling-element bearings are critical components of rotating machinery. It is important to accurately predict in real-time the health condition of bearings so that maintenance practices can be scheduled to avoid malfunctions or even catastrophic failures. In this paper, an Interval Type-2 Fuzzy Neural Network (IT2FNN) is proposed to perform multi-step-ahead condition prediction of faulty bearings. Since the IT2FNN defines an interval type-2 fuzzy logic system in the form of a multi-layer neural network, it can integrate the merits of each, such as fuzzy reasoning to handle uncertainties and neural networks to learn from data. The interval type-2 fuzzy linguistic process in the IT2FNN enables the system to handle prediction uncertainties, since the type-2 fuzzy sets are such sets whose membership grades are type-1 fuzzy sets that can be used in failure prediction due to the difficult determination of an exact membership function for a fuzzy set. Noisy data of faulty bearings are used to validate the proposed predictor, whose performance is compared with that of a prevalent type-1 condition predictor called Adaptive Neuro-Fuzzy Inference System (ANFIS). The results show that better prediction accuracy can be achieved via the IT2FNN.     

二型模糊集的模糊熵研究

研究基于质心的二型模糊集的模糊熵和加权模糊熵,构造了两个二型模糊集的模糊熵度量.针对二型模糊集的特殊情形,提出一种新的区间值模糊集的模糊熵度量,既弥补了现有区间值模糊集退化为普通模糊集时熵为零的不足,又克服了两个明显不同的区间值模糊集熵相等的缺点.数值实例和仿真实验表明了所提出模糊熵的合理性和实用性.     

General type-2 fuzzy rough sets based on \alpha -plane Representation theory

Rough sets theory and fuzzy sets theory are mathematical tools to deal with uncertainty, imprecision in data analysis. Traditional rough set theory is restricted to crisp environments. Since theories of fuzzy sets and rough sets are distinct and complementary on dealing with uncertainty, the concept of fuzzy rough sets has been proposed. Type-2 fuzzy set provides additional degree of freedom, which makes it possible to directly handle highly uncertainties. Some researchers proposed interval type-2 fuzzy rough sets by combining interval type-2 fuzzy sets and rough sets. However, there are no reports about combining general type-2 fuzzy sets and rough sets. In addition, the $\alpha $ -plane representation method of general type-2 fuzzy sets has been extensively studied, and can reduce the computational workload. Motivated by the aforementioned accomplishments, in this paper, from the viewpoint of constructive approach, we first present definitions of upper and lower approximation operators of general type-2 fuzzy sets by using $\alpha $ -plane representation theory and study some basic properties of them. Furthermore, the connections between special general type-2 fuzzy relations and general type-2 fuzzy rough upper and lower approximation operators are also examined. Finally, in axiomatic approach, various classes of general type-2 fuzzy rough approximation operators are characterized by different sets of axioms.     

On type-reduction of type-2 fuzzy sets: A review

As an undetachable module of type-2 (T2) fuzzy computations and reasoning, type-reduction methods play an important role in various fuzzy disciplines including fuzzy logic systems and fuzzy clustering. Importance of type-reduction techniques lies in the fact that they are the main tools for collecting the entire inherent vagueness of the data. Therefore, type-reduction methods form the output of type-2 fuzzy sets (T2 FSs) as the representative of the entire uncertainty in a given space. Hence, their accuracy, precision, and performance speed is of much interest. This paper, presents a comprehensive review on various type-reduction and defuzzification strategies for general and interval type-2 fuzzy sets and systems. It is tried to analyze the existing approaches from different point of views accompanied by extensive comparisons on different features of type-reduction methods to facilitate further research studies by the fuzzy community.     

Sine-square embedded fuzzy sets versus type-2 fuzzy sets

The uncertainty is an inherent part of real-world applications. Type-2 fuzzy sets minimize the effects of uncertainties that cannot be modeled using type-1 fuzzy sets. However, the computational complexity of the type-2 fuzzy sets is very high and it is more difficult than type-1 fuzzy sets to use and understand. This paper proposes sine-square embedded fuzzy sets and gives a comparison with type-2 and nonstationary fuzzy sets. The sine-square embedded fuzzy sets consist of type-1 fuzzy sets and the sine function. The footprint of uncertainty in the type-2 fuzzy sets is provided with amplitude and frequency of sine-square function in the proposed algorithm. The proposed sine-square embedded fuzzy sets are much simpler than the type-2 fuzzy sets and the nonstationary fuzzy sets. Two control applications that are chosen as position control of a dc motor and simulation of human lifting motion using five-segment human model are carried out to demonstrate the effectiveness of the proposed approach.     

一类区间二型模糊PI控制器设计算法

区间二型模糊控制器在处理不确定性方面优于传统的模糊控制器,但带来的一个问题就是区间二型模糊控制器需要降阶过程。常用的KM等迭代式降阶算法效率低下,难以用于实时性较高的场合。本文利用直接降阶算法和动态解模糊化算法,提出了一类区间二型模糊PI控制器设计算法。该算法在降阶过程中考虑偏差和偏差变化量对控制器输出的影响,避免了KM等迭代式降阶过程。通过二阶迟延对象以及一个非线性对象的仿真实验表明,本文算法能够有效降低系统超调,降低系统的稳态时间,控制器在设定值附近的输出更为平滑。     

Optimization of interval type-2 fuzzy logic controllers using evolutionary algorithms

A method for designing optimal interval type-2 fuzzy logic controllers using evolutionary algorithms is presented in this paper. Interval type-2 fuzzy controllers can outperform conventional type-1 fuzzy controllers when the problem has a high degree of uncertainty. However, designing interval type-2 fuzzy controllers is more difficult because there are more parameters involved. In this paper, interval type-2 fuzzy systems are approximated with the average of two type-1 fuzzy systems, which has been shown to give good results in control if the type-1 fuzzy systems can be obtained appropriately. An evolutionary algorithm is applied to find the optimal interval type-2 fuzzy system as mentioned above. The human evolutionary model is applied for optimizing the interval type-2 fuzzy controller for a particular non-linear plant and results are compared against an optimal type-1 fuzzy controller. A comparative study of simulation results of the type-2 and type-1 fuzzy controllers, under different noise levels, is also presented. Simulation results show that interval type-2 fuzzy controllers obtained with the evolutionary algorithm outperform type-1 fuzzy controllers.     

广义二型模糊逻辑系统降型及其采样离散Nie-Tan算法

广义二型模糊逻辑系统在近年来成为学术研究的热点问题,而降型是该系统中的核心模块。最近的研究证明了连续Nie-Tan(CNT)算法是计算区间二型模糊集质心的准确方法。发现了离散Nie-Tan(NT)算法中的求和运算和CNT算法中的求积分运算的内在联系,用2类算法完成基于广义二型模糊集α-平面表达理论的广义二型模糊逻辑系统质心降型。3个计算机仿真实验表明,当适当增加主变量采样点个数时,所提出的基于主变量采样的离散NT算法计算出的广义二型模糊逻辑系统质心降型集和解模糊化值结果可以精确地逼近基准的CNT算法,且采样离散NT算法的计算效率远远高于CNT算法的效率。     

On the difference in control performance of interval type-2 fuzzy PI control system with different FOU shapes

Interval type-2 fuzzy logic controllers (IT2-FLCs) have been attracting a lot of attention. However, challenges in designing IT2-FLCs still remain. One of the main challenges is to choose the appropriate FOU shape for interval type-2 fuzzy sets (IT2-FSs). This paper aims to analyse the differences in control performance between three IT2 fuzzy PI controllers (IT2-F-PICs) with different FOU shapes as antecedent sets, namely the triangular top wide IT2 fuzzy set, the triangular bottom wide IT2 fuzzy set and the trapezoidal (also called parallel) IT2 fuzzy set. First, the analytical structures of these IT2-FLCs are derived and the mathematical input–output equations are obtained. Three interesting differences between the analytical structures and input–output relationship of the IT2-F-PICs are then presented. From the differences in the analytical structures of the three IT2-F-PICs and numerical simulation results, it is demonstrated that IT2-F-PICs with trapezoidal (IT2-F-PI-P) and triangular bottom wide (IT2-F-PI-BW) antecedent sets with the potential to provide faster transient response and faster settling time than the IT2-F-PICs with triangular top wide (IT2-F-PI-TW). In addition, IT2-F-PI-P is better able to handle plant uncertainties and disturbances than IT2-F-PI-BW and IT2-F-PI-TW. The contribution of this paper is to provide insights into the performance differences between different FOU shaped controllers, which in turns allowing control designers to select the appropriate FOU shape in order to meet design requirements.     

关于二型模糊集合的一些基本问题

采用集合论的方法给出了单位模糊集合和二型模糊集合及其在一点的限制等定义,使得二型模糊集合更易于理解.通过定义嵌入单位模糊集合来描述一般二型模糊集合,并给出离散、半连通二型模糊集合的表达式.根据论域、主隶属度及隶属函数的特性将二型模糊集合分为四种类型:离散、半连通、连通及复合型,并根据连通的特点将连通二型模糊集合分为单连通及多连通两类.利用支集的闭包（Closure of support,CoS）划分法表述主隶属度及区间二型模糊集合.提出了CoS二、三次划分法分别来表述单、复连通二型模糊集合,并使每一个子区域的上下边界及次隶属函数在该子区域上的限制分别具有相同的解析表述式.最后,探讨了二型模糊集合在一点的限制、主隶属度、支集、嵌入单位模糊集合之间的关系.     

二型直觉模糊集

二型模糊集和直觉模糊集都具有很强的实际应用背景.二型模糊集增强了系统处理不确定性的能力,直觉模糊集为解决人们判断问题所出现的犹豫信息提供了理论依据.本文在二型模糊集和直觉模糊集的基础上,给出了二型直觉模糊集的概念,证明了二型直觉模糊集是一型模糊集、直觉模糊集、区间值模糊集、区间值直觉模糊集的广义形式,讨论了二型直觉模糊集的基本运算和二型直觉模糊关系.最后,研究了基于二型直觉模糊理论的近似推理,并实例说明了二型直觉模糊集的实际应用背景.     

Type-2 fuzzy logic-based classifier fusion for support vector machines

As a machine-learning tool, support vector machines (SVMs) have been gaining popularity due to their promising performance. However, the generalization abilities of SVMs often rely on whether the selected kernel functions are suitable for real classification data. To lessen the sensitivity of different kernels in SVMs classification and improve SVMs generalization ability, this paper proposes a fuzzy fusion model to combine multiple SVMs classifiers. To better handle uncertainties existing in real classification data and in the membership functions (MFs) in the traditional type-1 fuzzy logic system (FLS), we apply interval type-2 fuzzy sets to construct a type-2 SVMs fusion FLS. This type-2 fusion architecture takes considerations of the classification results from individual SVMs classifiers and generates the combined classification decision as the output. Besides the distances of data examples to SVMs hyperplanes, the type-2 fuzzy SVMs fusion system also considers the accuracy information of individual SVMs. Our experiments show that the type-2 based SVM fusion classifiers outperform individual SVM classifiers in most cases. The experiments also show that the type-2 fuzzy logic-based SVMs fusion model is better than the type-1 based SVM fusion model in general.     

The collapsing method of defuzzification for discretised interval type-2 fuzzy sets

This paper proposes a new approach for defuzzification of interval type-2 fuzzy sets. The collapsing method converts an interval type-2 fuzzy set into a type-1 representative embedded set (RES), whose defuzzified values closely approximates that of the type-2 set. As a type-1 set, the RES can then be defuzzified straightforwardly. The novel representative embedded set approximation (RESA), to which the method is inextricably linked, is expounded, stated and proved within this paper. It is presented in two forms: Simple RESA: this approximation deals with the most simple interval FOU, in which a vertical slice is discretised into 2 points. Interval RESA: this approximation concerns the case in which a vertical slice is discretised into 2 or more points. The collapsing method (simple RESA version) was tested for accuracy and speed, with excellent results on both criteria. The collapsing method proved more accurate than the Karnik-Mendel iterative procedure (KMIP) for an asymmetric test set. For both a symmetric and an asymmetric test set, the collapsing method outperformed the KMIP in relation to speed.     

二型直觉模糊粗糙集

将二型直觉模糊集和粗糙集理论融合,建立二型直觉模糊粗糙集模型。首先,在二型直觉模糊近似空间中,定义了一对二型直觉模糊上、下近似算子,并讨论了二型直觉模糊关系退化为普通二型模糊关系和一般等价关系时,上、下近似算子的具体变化形式。然后,将普通二型模糊集之间包含关系的定义推广到了二型直觉模糊集,在此基础上研究了二型直觉模糊上、下近似算子的一些性质。最后,定义了自反的、对称的和传递的二型直觉模糊关系,并讨论了这3种特殊的二型直觉模糊关系与近似算子的特征之间的联系。该结论进一步丰富了二型模糊集理论和粗糙集理论,为二型直觉模糊信息系统的应用奠定了良好的理论基础。     

Fuzzy multiple attributes group decision-making based on ranking interval type-2 fuzzy sets

In this paper, we present a new method to deal with fuzzy multiple attributes group decision-making problems based on ranking interval type-2 fuzzy sets. First, we propose a new method for ranking interval type-2 fuzzy sets. Then, we propose a new method for fuzzy multiple attributes group decision-making based on the proposed ranking method of interval type-2 fuzzy sets. We also use some examples to illustrate the fuzzy multiple attributes group decision-making process of the proposed method. The proposed method is simpler than the methods presented in [Chen and Lee, 2010a] and [Lee and Chen, 2010b] for fuzzy multiple attributes group decision-making based on interval type-2 fuzzy sets. It provides us with a useful way for dealing with fuzzy multiple attributes group decision-making problems based on interval type-2 fuzzy sets.     

Type-2 fuzzy neural networks with fuzzy clustering and differential evolution optimization

In many real-world problems involving pattern recognition, system identification and modeling, control, decision making, and forecasting of time-series, available data are quite often of uncertain nature. An interesting alternative is to employ type-2 fuzzy sets, which augment fuzzy models with expressive power to develop models, which efficiently capture the factor of uncertainty. The three-dimensional membership functions of type-2 fuzzy sets offer additional degrees of freedom that make it possible to directly and more effectively account for model’s uncertainties. Type-2 fuzzy logic systems developed with the aid of evolutionary optimization forms a useful modeling tool subsequently resulting in a collection of efficient “If-Then” rules.The type-2 fuzzy neural networks take advantage of capabilities of fuzzy clustering by generating type-2 fuzzy rule base, resulting in a small number of rules and then optimizing membership functions of type-2 fuzzy sets present in the antecedent and consequent parts of the rules. The clustering itself is realized with the aid of differential evolution.Several examples, including a benchmark problem of identification of nonlinear system, are considered. The reported comparative analysis of experimental results is used to quantify the performance of the developed networks.