Deep Learning - How the McCulloch-Pitts Neuron works

Introduction

In this tutorial we will cover the very first and the simplest mathematical neuron model in history - the McCulloch-Pitts Neuron. We look at the architecture and functionality.

History

The McCulloch-Pitts-Neuron is the simplest form of a neuron model and was published in 1943 by Warren McCulloch and Walter Pitts. It was the very first proposed mathematical neuron model in history.

Architecture and Functionality

Now, let's take a look at the structure of the McCulloch-Pitts Neuron. The idea of Warren McCulloch and Walter Pitts was to mathematically imitate the functionality of biological neurons.