MATLAB Implementation of Fuzzy C-Means Clustering Algorithm with Code Examples

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Implementation of FCM clustering algorithm in MATLAB, along with other clustering algorithms including K-means and hierarchical clustering, featuring detailed code descriptions and practical applications.

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This article provides a comprehensive guide to implementing the Fuzzy C-Means clustering algorithm in MATLAB, along with alternative clustering techniques. FCM is a classical clustering algorithm widely applied in data mining and image processing. We will explain its underlying principles, advantages, and step-by-step MATLAB implementation using key functions such as fcm() for fuzzy partitioning and cluster center optimization. Additionally, we explore implementations of other clustering algorithms like K-means clustering (using kmeans() function with centroid initialization) and hierarchical clustering (via linkage() and cluster() functions for dendrogram analysis). By studying this material, readers will gain practical insights into implementing diverse clustering algorithms to solve real-world problems efficiently.