A memristive fuzzy neural network with applications to classification task: A programmable circuit system.

Jiang, Ningye; Jiang, Mingxuan; Xie, Jupeng; Huang, Haoen; Li, Depeng; Zeng, Zhigang · Neural Netw · 2026

basic_science · Level V

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Abstract

Inspired by fuzzy inference systems and neural networks, this paper presents the design of a memristive fuzzy neural network (M-FNN) with applications to classification tasks, implemented in a computing-in-memory (CIM) architecture. Specifically, a modified first-order T-S model is optimized for hardware deployment with a three-dimensional memristor crossbar array (3-D MCA). Based on this model, the overall M-FNN architecture is constructed, where time-controlled schedules enable continuous samples processing. A dedicated writing scheme and multiple functional modules are introduced, along with a peripheral circuit scheme to enhance programmability. Various classification experiments on multiple machine learning datasets demonstrate the adaptability of M-FNN. Error tolerance results further verify its robustness in analog computing. Compared with ASIC-based schemes, the proposed M-FNN achieves higher programmability, allowing flexible adjustment of inputs, rules, and outputs. Additionally, compared with programmable chips such as CPU and FPGA, the proposed M-FNN demonstrates significant improvements in inference speed, integrated area, and power consumption by factors of 1.35 × 10<sup>5</sup>, 914, and 33, respectively.