Intel Corporation
Hyperbolic functions for machine learning acceleration

Abstract:

The present disclosure relates generally to techniques for enhancing recurrent neural networks (RNNs) implemented on an integrated circuit. In particular, approximations of activation functions used in an RNN, such as sigmoid and hyperbolic tangent, may be implemented in an integrated circuit, which may result in increased efficiencies, reduced latency, increased accuracy, and reduced resource consumption involved with implementing machine learning.