Pseudo-Labeling for Multi-Task Neural Network Training Data

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Solution Overview

Problem

Generating training data sets with matched ground-truth data for multi-task learning networks is time-consuming and costly, and requires additional labeling tasks when new tasks are added.

Innovation Solution

A training data generation apparatus comprising a first network, a second network, and a target network that perform supervised and unsupervised learning, ensemble learning, and fusion to generate pseudo label data without requiring additional labeling tasks.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Reliability

If training data sets with ground-truth data are collected for multi-task learning networks, then the network can be trained effectively, but it requires a lot of time and money

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvetraining effectivenessVSAvoiddata collection time
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSLoss of time

Solution Approach 1:

The patent uses pseudo-labeling to create synthetic ground-truth data by copying and adapting labels from similar samples or previous iterations. The system generates pseudo-labels for unlabeled data, effectively creating training data without manual annotation, thus reducing time and cost while maintaining training effectiveness

Inventive Principle:
Principle #26Copying

Solution Approach 2:

The patent performs preliminary labeling on a subset of data to create initial training sets, then uses these to generate pseudo-labels for the remaining data. This preliminary action enables subsequent automated labeling processes to proceed efficiently without requiring complete manual annotation upfront

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

2Measurement precision

If ground-truth data is matched for each task in multi-task learning, then the network learns accurately, but additional labeling tasks are required when new tasks are added

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvelearning accuracyVSAvoidlabeling task complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Measurement precisionVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent creates a universal pseudo-labeling framework that can handle multiple tasks simultaneously. The same pseudo-labeling mechanism works across different task types (classification, detection, segmentation), eliminating the need for task-specific labeling procedures and reducing overall system complexity

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

Solution Approach 2:

The system performs self-labeling by generating its own training data through pseudo-labeling. When new tasks are added, the system automatically generates pseudo-labels for those tasks using its existing capabilities, without requiring external labeling resources or complex additional labeling workflows

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

3Loss of information

If manual labeling is performed for training data, then ground-truth data is obtained, but the process is time-consuming and costly

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveground-truth data qualityVSAvoiddata generation efficiency
Core Design Contradiction:
Loss of informationVSProductivity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent replaces manual copying of ground-truth labels with automated pseudo-label generation. The system copies relevant features and patterns from labeled samples to generate pseudo-labels for unlabeled samples, maintaining data quality while dramatically improving productivity

Inventive Principle:
Principle #26Copying

Solution Approach 2:

The patent introduces pseudo-labels as an intermediary between manual labels and final training data. These pseudo-labels serve as intermediate annotations that bridge the gap between limited manual labeling and complete training data sets, enabling efficient semi-supervised learning

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

Data Source

PatentUS20250148770A1Apparatus for generating training data, a learning method for a target network for generating training data, and a method for generating training data using the target network
Publication Date: 2025.05.08 HYUNDAI MOTOR CO LTD
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AI summary

A training data generation apparatus may include a first network and a second network that individually learn a first image based on supervised learning and perform ensemble learning on a second image based on unsupervised learning. The apparatus also may include a fusion network that obtains a fusion output value based on the ensemble learning results of the first network and the second network. The apparatus also may include a target network that learns the second image to imitate the fusion output value.