Automation and AI researchers have long grappled with dexterity in robotic manipulation, particularly in tasks requiring a high degree of skill. Traditional imitation learning methods have been hindered by the need for extensive human demonstration data, especially in tasks that require dexterous manipulation.
The paper referenced in this article presents a novel framework, CyberDemo, which relies…
The development of Large Language Models (LLMs) such as GPT and LLaMA has significantly revolutionized natural language processing (NLP). They have found use in a broad range of functions, causing a growing demand for custom LLMs amongst individuals and corporations. However, the development of these LLMs is resource-intensive, posing a significant challenge for potential users.
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Salesforce AI Researchers have developed a new solution to enhancing text-embedding models for use in a variety of natural language processing (NLP) tasks. While current models have set extremely high standards, it is believed there is room for progression, particularly in tasks related to retrieval, clustering, classification, and semantic textual similarity.
The new model, named…
The intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and music has become an essential field of study, with Large Language Models (LLMs) playing a significant role in generating sequences. Skywork AI PTE. LTD. and Hong Kong University of Science and Technology have developed ChatMusician, a text-based LLM, to tackle the issue of understanding and generating music.
ChatMusician shows…
The BigCode project has successfully developed StarCoder2, the second iteration of an advanced large language model designed to revolutionise the field of software development. A collaboration between over 30 top universities and institutions, StarCoder2 uses machine learning to optimise code generation, making it easier to fix bugs and automate routine coding tasks.
Training StarCoder2 on…
Researchers from the University of Oxford and University College London have developed Craftax, a reinforcement learning (RL) benchmark that unifies effective parallelization, compilation, and the removal of CPU to GPU transfer in RL experiments. This research seeks to address the limitations educators face in using tools such as MiniHack and Crafter due to their prolonged…
Language models' performance pertains to their efficiency and ability to recall information, with demand for these capabilities high as artificial intelligence continues to tackle the intricacies of human language. Researchers from Stanford University, Purdue University, and the University at Buffalo have developed an architecture, called Based, differing significantly from traditional methodologies. Its aim is to…
IBM Research has unveiled "SimPlan", an innovative method designed to enhance the planning capabilities of large language models (LLMs), which traditionally struggle with mapping out action sequences toward achieving an optimal outcome. The SimPlan method, developed by researchers from IBM, combines the linguistic skills of LLMs with the structured approach of classical planning algorithms, addressing…
A group of researchers from the Sea AI Lab and Singapore University of Technology and Design have developed Sailor, a sophisticated collection of language models designed to ease the process of language translation in linguistically-diverse regions such as Southeast Asia. This solution distinguishes itself by accurately addressing the nuances of languages such as Indonesian, Thai,…
Determining camera poses accurately from sparse images presents a significant challenge for 3D representation. Traditional structure-from-motion methods often struggle in limited view situations. This has led to a shift towards learning-based strategies intended to improve the accuracy of camera pose predictions from sparse image sets. These new approaches are exploring various learning techniques, including regression…
Recent advancements in Artificial Intelligence and Deep Learning have facilitated significant progress in generative modeling, a subfield of Machine Learning where models produce new data that fits the learning data. These generative AI systems display incredible capabilities such as creating images from text descriptions and solving complex problems. Yet, there are restrictions in the current…
This tutorial explains how Scikit-learn pipelines can enhance machine learning workflows by simplifying preprocessing and modeling steps, improving code clarity, ensuring consistency in data preprocessing, assisting with hyperparameter tuning, and organizing your workflow. The tutorial uses the Bank Churn dataset from Kaggle to train a Random Forest Classifier, comparing the traditional data preprocessing and model…
