Inpainted Image Reconstruction Using an Extended Hopfield Neural Network Based Machine Learning System

Abstract

This paper considers the use of a machine learning system for the reconstruction and recognition of distorted or damaged patterns, in particular, images of faces partially covered with masks. The most up‐to‐date image reconstruction structures are based on constrained optimization algorithms and suitable regularizers. In contrast with the above‐mentioned image processing methods, the machine learning system presented in this paper employs the superposition of system vectors setting up asymptotic centers of attraction. The structure of the system is implemented using Hopfield‐type neural network‐based biorthogonal transformations. The reconstruction property gives rise to a superposition processor and reversible computations. Moreover, this paper’s distorted image reconstruction sets up associative memories where images stored in memory are retrieved by distorted/inpainted key images.