Exploring new territory: Calibration-free decoding for c-VEP BCI

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Main Authors: Thielen, J., Sosulski, J., Tangermann, M.
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Published: 2024
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author Thielen, J.
Sosulski, J.
Tangermann, M.
author_facet Thielen, J.
Sosulski, J.
Tangermann, M.
contents This study explores two zero-training methods aimed at enhancing the usability of brain-computer interfaces (BCIs) by eliminating the need for a calibration session. We introduce a novel method rooted in the event-related potential (ERP) domain, unsupervised mean maximization (UMM), to the fast code-modulated visual evoked potential (c-VEP) stimulus protocol. We compare UMM to the state-of-the-art c-VEP zero-training method that uses canonical correlation analysis (CCA). The comparison includes instantaneous classification and classification with cumulative learning from previously classified trials for both CCA and UMM. Our study shows the effectiveness of both methods in navigating the complexities of a c-VEP dataset, highlighting their differences and distinct strengths. This research not only provides insights into the practical implementation of calibration-free BCI methods but also paves the way for further exploration and refinement. Ultimately, the fusion of CCA and UMM holds promise for enhancing the accessibility and usability of BCI systems across various application domains and a multitude of stimulus protocols.
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spellingShingle Exploring new territory: Calibration-free decoding for c-VEP BCI
Thielen, J.
Sosulski, J.
Tangermann, M.
Signal Processing
Machine Learning
This study explores two zero-training methods aimed at enhancing the usability of brain-computer interfaces (BCIs) by eliminating the need for a calibration session. We introduce a novel method rooted in the event-related potential (ERP) domain, unsupervised mean maximization (UMM), to the fast code-modulated visual evoked potential (c-VEP) stimulus protocol. We compare UMM to the state-of-the-art c-VEP zero-training method that uses canonical correlation analysis (CCA). The comparison includes instantaneous classification and classification with cumulative learning from previously classified trials for both CCA and UMM. Our study shows the effectiveness of both methods in navigating the complexities of a c-VEP dataset, highlighting their differences and distinct strengths. This research not only provides insights into the practical implementation of calibration-free BCI methods but also paves the way for further exploration and refinement. Ultimately, the fusion of CCA and UMM holds promise for enhancing the accessibility and usability of BCI systems across various application domains and a multitude of stimulus protocols.
title Exploring new territory: Calibration-free decoding for c-VEP BCI
topic Signal Processing
Machine Learning
url https://arxiv.org/abs/2403.15521