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aNA v5.2 Autonomous Neural Architecture
├── Configuration (The Temperament)
├── Dashboard (Metabolic & Cognitive):
│ ├── Real-time Neural Stats: Monitors neurotransmitter levels
│ ├── Predictive Accuracy (Free Energy): Real-time visualization of prediction error
│ └── Memory Status: Fill and consolidation state (L1/L2/L3)
├── Main (Controller, the Pacemaker Pulse):
│ ├── Rhythm Orchestration: Synchronizes the processing cycle (Input -> Prediction -> Output)
│ └── Neural State Management: Ensures overall stability and module integration
└── Registry (The Genome)
├── Cerebral Cortex (The "Thinking" Shell, 4 Lobes + 6 Layers)
│ ├── Frontal Lobe (Logic, Planning, Motor)
│ │ ├── Prefrontal Cortex (Executive Function)
│ │ ├── Motor Cortex (Movement Planning)
│ │ └── Broca's Area (Speech Production)
│ ├── Parietal Lobe (Integration, Spatial)
│ │ ├── Somatosensory Cortex (Touch Processing)
│ │ ├── Spatial Processing (Navigation)
│ │ └── Multisensory Integration
│ ├── Temporal Lobe (Memory, Auditory)
│ │ ├── Auditory Cortex (Sound Processing)
│ │ ├── Wernicke's Area (Language Comprehension)
│ │ └── Memory Formation (Coordinated with Hippocampus)
│ ├── Occipital Lobe (Vision)
│ │ ├── Primary Visual Cortex (V1)
│ │ ├── Visual Association Areas (V2-V5)
│ │ └── Object Recognition
│ ├── Internal Wiring: Lobe-specific 6-layer columns (L1 to L6 dynamics)
│ └── Long-range Wiring (The "Bridges"):
│ ├── Arcuate Fasciculus (Temporal <-> Frontal)
│ ├── Superior Longitudinal Fasciculus (Parietal <-> Frontal)
│ └── Corpus Callosum (Future: Left <-> Right Hemisphere)
├── Thalamus (The "Router," Sensory Gateway)
│ ├── Sensory Filtering, Relay Nuclei:
│ │ ├── LGN (Visual → Occipital)
│ │ ├── MGN (Auditory → Temporal)
│ │ └── VPL/VPM (Somatosensory → Parietal)
│ ├── RTN (Firewall): Gain control and global inhibition
│ └── Thalamocortical Loops: Maintains the "Awake" state frequency
├── Limbic System (The "Heart," Emotional & Memory Hub)
│ ├── Amygdala (The "Priority Filter"):
│ │ └── Role: Labels incoming charges as "Important" or "Neutral"
│ ├── Hippocampus (The "Temporal Indexer"):
│ │ ├── Dentate Gyrus/CA4 (Pattern Separation)
│ │ ├── CA3 (Autoassociative Memory)
│ │ ├── CA2 (Social/Temporal Relay Buffer)
│ │ ├── CA1 (Pattern Integration, final output)
│ │ └── Entorhinal Cortex (The bidirectional bridge to the Cortex)
│ └── Coordination Logic (limbic_system.py):
│ └── Mechanism: Links emotional arousal (Cortisol/Adrenaline) to
│ memory encoding weight (L1 Buffer -> L2/L3 Store)
└── Cerebellum (The "Clock," Timing & Error Correction)
└── Coordination between Motor Cortex and Sensory Feedback
Computational Engine: Free Energy Principle (FEP)
aNA v5.2 optimizes prediction accuracy by minimizing the error between sensory reality and internal models. High error triggers the Limbic System to release neuromodulators (Adrenaline/Dopamine) via the Amygdala to force learning.
Cognitive Loop
├── Limbic System: The bridge between impact and storage
│ ├── Amygdala: Evaluates the stress/arousal level of the signal
│ └── Hippocampus: Encodes the signal with a weight defined by the Amygdala
├── Thalamus: Compares real-time sensory input to Hippocampal predictions
└── Interaction Cycle:
The Thalamus detects a discrepancy -> The Limbic System evaluates its
importance -> The Hippocampus stores it -> The Cortex adapts its logic.
Cortical Layer Dynamics (Each Lobe contains 6 Cortical Layers)
├── Layer I (Sensory Buffer): Volatile, immediate, high resolution
├── Layer II (Associative Reinforcement): Repeated patterns, beginning of consolidation
├── Layer III (Long-Term Storage): Consolidated patterns, robust semantic structures
├── Layer IV: Internal Granular (Sensory Gateway - LGN/MGN reception)
├── Layer V: Internal Pyramidal (Motor Output - Cerebellum/Subcortical)
└── Layer VI: Multiform (Thalamic Regulatory Loop - Gain Control)
├── Frontal Lobe System
│ ├── Executive Function (Prefrontal)
│ ├── Motor Planning and Execution
│ ├── Decision Making
│ └── Working Memory
├── Parietal Lobe System
│ ├── Spatial Awareness and Navigation
│ ├── Sensory Integration
│ ├── Attention Control
│ └── Mathematical Processing
├── Temporal Lobe & Hippocampal Integration
│ ├── Auditory Processing
│ ├── Language Comprehension
│ ├── Memory Encoding/Retrieval
│ └── Object Recognition
└── Occipital Lobe System
├── Visual Processing (Primary)
├── Visual Association (Secondary)
├── Motion Detection
└── Color and Shape Recognition
├── Inter-lobar Communication
│ ├── Frontal-Pariental Network (Attention)
│ ├── Temporal-Occipital Network (Visual Memory)
│ ├── Frontal-Temporal Network (Language)
│ └── Parietal-Occipital Network (Spatial Vision)
├── Sensory-Motor Integration
│ ├── Occipital → Parietal → Frontal (Visual Guidance)
│ ├── Temporal → Frontal (Auditory Guidance)
│ └── Parietal → Frontal (Somatosensory Guidance)
└── Memory Networks
├── Hippocampus ↔ Temporal Lobe (Episodic Memory)
├── Hippocampus ↔ Frontal Lobe (Working Memory)
└── Hippocampus ↔ Parietal Lobe (Spatial Memory)
Dynamic Processing Flow:
├── Ascending (Bottom-Up): Thalamus → Occipital → Parietal → Frontal. (I see, I locate, I decide)
├── Descending (Top-Down): Frontal → Thalamus. (I decide to stop listening to this noise; the Thalamus closes the door)
Sensory Input Pathways:
├── Visual: Thalamus (LGN) → Occipital Lobe → Temporal/Frontal
├── Auditory: Thalamus (MGN) → Temporal Lobe → Frontal
└── Somatosensory: Thalamus (VPL/VPM) → Parietal Lobe → Frontal
Processing Hierarchy:
├── Primary Sensory Areas (Layer IV) → Association Areas (Layers II/III)
├── Association Areas → Integration Centers (All Layers)
└── Integration Centers → Motor Planning (Frontal Layer V)
├── Occipital Lobe (Posterior “What” and “Where”)
│ - Primary: Visual Processing
│ - Secondary: Visual Association
│ - Tertiary: Visual Integration
├── Parietal Lobe (Superior “Where” and “How much” - logical)
│ - Primary: Somatosensory
│ - Secondary: Spatial Processing
│ - Tertiary: Multisensory Integration
├── Temporal Lobe (Inferior “Who” and “What” semantics - language/memory)
│ - Primary: Auditory Processing
│ - Secondary: Language and Memory
│ - Tertiary: Object Recognition
└── Frontal Lobe (Anterior “How” and “When” - action/decision)
- Primary: Motor Planning
- Secondary: Executive Function
- Tertiary: Decision Making
├── NO (Nitric Oxide) -> Volumetric Retrograde Signaling
│ └── Role: "Zone Strengthening." Diffuses from active neurons to nearby
│ synapses to signal "We just fired together, strengthen everything here."
│ (Crucial for local clusters and blood flow simulation).
├── Acetylcholine -> Sensory Sensitivity (Layer IV)
│ └── Role: "Focus & Alertness." Lowers the firing threshold of Layer IV
│ to make external inputs (Thalamus) more prominent.
├── Dopamine -> Reward & Plasticity (Layers II/III)
│ └── Role: "Learning Signal." Acts as a multiplier for LTP (Long-Term
│ Potentiation) in the association layers. No Dopamine = No Memory growth.
├── Serotonin -> Homeostatic Balance (Global)
│ └── Role: "The Governor." Prevents runaway excitation (Epilepsy simulation)
│ by stabilizing the global neural threshold.
└── Adrenaline -> Hyper-Alertness & Flashbulb Memory
├── Sensitivity: Acts as an overall win multiplier.
│ All layers (I to VI) become extremely responsive.
├── Concentration: Reduces background “noise” by increasing the
│ contrast between very active neurons and resting neurons.
└── Learning: Triggers an instant “Memory Capture”
(More charge sent to the Hippocampus/CA3).
├── docs/
│ ├── adr/
│ │ ├── adr001.md # ✅ Architecture Decision Records
│ │ └── adr002.md # ✅ Architecture Decision Records
│ ├── assets/ # 📋 Medias
│ ├── examples/ # 📋 Comprehensive example suite
│ ├── api-reference.md # 📋 ...
│ ├── architecture.md # The technical plan
│ ├── genesis.md # The story of the project
│ ├── innovation-lab.md # Innovation (Creation Lab)
│ ├── installation.md # Installation
│ ├── installation_fr.md # Installation (FR)
│ ├── legend.md # 📋 ...
│ └── philosophy.md # The ethical vision
├── examples/ # Comprehensive example suite
│ ├── basic-demo.html # 📋 ...
│ ├── learning-demo.html # 📋 ...
│ └── memory-demo.html # 📋 ...
├── src/
│ ├── anatomy/ # Brain region implementations
│ │ ├── base/
│ │ │ ├── neuron.py # Represents a single neuron
│ │ │ └── neuromodulator.py # Chemical "gain controls"
│ │ ├── cortical/
│ │ │ ├── frontal.py # ✅ Executive Logic & Command Center
│ │ │ ├── cortical_column.py # ✅ Vertical organization of 6 cortical layers
│ │ │ ├── neocortex.py # ✅ The structural integration of the 4 Lobes
│ │ │ ├── occipital.py # ✅ Visual Stream Processor
│ │ │ ├── parietal.py # ✅ Spatial Mapping & Data Integration
│ │ │ └── temporal.py # ✅ Semantic Storage & Pattern Recognition
│ │ ├── limbic/
│ │ │ ├── amygdala.py # Priority Filter & Interrupt Controller
│ │ │ ├── hippocampus.py # Dynamic Buffer & Indexing System
│ │ │ └── limbic_system.py # ✅ Limbic system
│ │ └── subcortical
│ │ ├── cerebellum.py # Timing Engine & Output Calibration
│ │ ├── thalamic_hub.py # 🚧 Thalamic Hub
│ │ └── thalamus.py # Enhanced Thalamus implementation
│ ├── core/ # Core neural components
│ │ ├── input_tactile.py # ✅ Input tactile
│ │ ├── input_visual.py # ✅ Input visual
│ │ ├── input_auditory.py # ✅ Input auditory (Sounds to add)
│ │ ├── output_gateway.py # 🚧 Input gateway
│ │ └── pulse.py # Core Pacemaker (Pulse)
│ ├── gui/ # Web-based interface
│ │ ├── dashboard.py # 🚧 ...
│ │ └── dashboard_fr.py # 🚧 ... (FR)
│ ├── tests/ # Comprehensive test suite
│ │ ├── test_amygdala.py # ✅ Priority Filter & Interrupt Controller
│ │ ├── test_autonomy.py # ✅ To validate the autonomous behaviors
│ │ ├── test_cerebellum.py # ✅ Timing Engine & Output Calibration
│ │ ├── test_cortical_column.py # ✅ Six-layer cortical signal flow
│ │ ├── test_hippocampus.py # ✅ Dynamic Buffer & Indexing System
│ │ ├── test_limbic_system.py # ✅ Limbic system
│ │ ├── test_neuron.py # ✅ Represents a single neuron
│ │ ├── test_pulse.py # ✅ Core Pacemaker (Pulse)
│ │ ├── test_trauma_logic.py # ✅ Hippocampus Trauma Logic
│ │ └── test_thalamus.py # ✅ Enhanced Thalamus implementation
│ ├── tests_fr/ # Comprehensive test suite (FR)
│ │ ├── test_amygdala.py # ✅ Priority Filter & Interrupt Controller (FR)
│ │ ├── test_autonomy.py # ✅ To validate the autonomous behaviors (FR)
│ │ ├── test_cerebellum.py # ✅ Timing Engine & Output Calibration (FR)
│ │ ├── test_cortical_column.py # ✅ Six-layer cortical signal flow (FR)
│ │ ├── test_hippocampus.py # ✅ Dynamic Buffer & Indexing System (FR)
│ │ ├── test_limbic_system.py # ✅ Limbic system (FR)
│ │ ├── test_neuron.py # ✅ Represents a single neuron (FR)
│ │ ├── test_pulse.py # ✅ Core Pacemaker (Pulse) (FR)
│ │ ├── test_trauma_logic.py # ✅ Hippocampus Trauma Logic (FR)
│ │ └── test_thalamus.py # ✅ Enhanced Thalamus implementation (FR)
│ ├── config.py # ✅ Configuration Module
│ ├── main.py # ✅ The orchestrator
│ ├── main_fr.py # ✅ The orchestrator (FR)
│ └── registry.py # ✅ The Centralized Genome
├── CONTRIBUTING.md # The rules of collaboration
├── LICENSE # Protection license
└── README.md # Manifesto
📋 To Do
🚧 In progress
✅ Newly added
░▒▓ BT 2026-04-11