Synchronization of coupled chaotic FitzHugh-Nagumo systems

This paper addresses dynamic synchronization of two FitzHugh-Nagumo (FHN) systems coupled with gap junctions. All the states of the coupled chaotic system, treating either as single-input or two-input control system, are synchronized by stabilizing their error dynamics, using simplest and locally robust control laws. The local asymptotic stability, chosen by utilizing the local Lipschitz nonlinear property of the model to address additionally the non-failure of the achieved synchronization, is ensured by formulating the matrix inequalities on the basis of Lyapunov stability theory. In the presence of disturbances, it ensures the local uniform ultimate boundedness. Furthermore, the robustness of the proposed methods is ensured against bounded disturbances besides providing the upper bound on disturbances. To the best of our knowledge, this is the computationally simplest solution for synchronization of coupled FHN modeled systems along with unique advantages of less conservative local asymptotic stability of synchronization errors with robustness. Numerical simulations are carried out to successfully validate the proposed control strategies.     

Mutual synchronization behavior for chaotic systems via limited capacity communication channels

Several important properties of chaos synchronization of bidirectional coupled systems remain still unexplored. This article investigates synchronization behavior for chaotic systems subject to states quantization. Based on the invariance principle of differential equations, an adaptive feedback scheme is proposed to strictly synchronize chaotic systems via limited capacity communication channels. Furthermore, it is important to point out that the mutual synchronization behavior for bidirectional coupled systems is determined by the amount of transmitting information and the initial states of coupled systems. © 2015 Wiley Periodicals, Inc. Complexity 21: 335–342, 2016     

Two theorems of generalized unsynchronization for coupled chaotic systems

Generalized chaos synchronization has been widely studied and many control methods have been presented, but up to now no criterion has been given for generalized unsynchronization. The generalized unsynchronization means that the state variables of two coupled chaotic systems cannot approach generalized synchronization. In this paper, we propose two theorems which give the criteria of generalized unsynchronization for two different chaotic dynamic systems with whatever large strength of linear coupling. Two simulated examples are also given.     

受扰不确定混沌系统的双路组合函数投影同步

研究了具有未知参数和外界扰动的多个混沌系统之间的双路组合函数投影同步问题.首先给出了由四个混沌驱动系统和两个混沌响应系统组成的双路组合函数投影同步系统的定义,然后以Lyapunov稳定性理论和不等式变换方法为分析依据,设计了鲁棒自适应控制器和参数自适应律,使得两路同步系统中的响应系统和驱动系统按照相应的函数比例因子矩阵实现同步,并有效克服未知有界干扰和未知参数的影响.相应的理论分析和数值仿真证明了该同步方案的可行性和有效性.     

Linearly and nonlinearly bidirectionally coupled synchronization of hyperchaotic systems

To date, there have been many results about unidirectionally coupled synchronization of chaotic systems. However, much less work is reported on bidirectionally-coupled synchronization. In this paper, we investigate the synchronization of two bidirectionally coupled Chen hyperchaotic systems, which are coupled linearly and nonlinearly respectively. Firstly, linearly coupled synchronization of two hyperchaotic Chen systems is investigated, and a theorem on how to choose the coupling coefficients are developed to guarantee the global asymptotical synchronization of two coupled hyperchaotic systems. Analysis shows that the choice of the coupling coefficients relies on the bound of the chaotic system. Secondly, the nonlinearly coupled synchronization is studied; a sufficient condition for the locally asymptotical synchronization is derived, which is independent of the bound of the hyperchaotic system. Finally, numerical simulations are included to verify the effectiveness and feasibility of the developed theorems.     

A note on phase synchronization in coupled chaotic fractional order systems

The dynamic behaviors of fractional order systems have received increasing attention in recent years. This paper addresses the reliable phase synchronization problem between two coupled chaotic fractional order systems. An active nonlinear feedback control scheme is constructed to achieve phase synchronization between two coupled chaotic fractional order systems. We investigated the necessary conditions for fractional order Lorenz, Lü and Rössler systems to exhibit chaotic attractor similar to their integer order counterpart. Then, based on the stability results of fractional order systems, sufficient conditions for phase synchronization of the fractional models of Lorenz, Lü and Rössler systems are derived. The synchronization scheme that is simple and global enables synchronization of fractional order chaotic systems to be achieved without the computation of the conditional Lyapunov exponents. Numerical simulations are performed to assess the performance of the presented analysis.     

Quantifying chaotic synchronization using error evolution

Evolution of synchronization error is used to quantify synchronization between coupled chaotic oscillators. A conceptually and computationally simple method to quantify synchronization is proposed by defining synchronization error decay coefficient (SEDC). SEDC can act as a bounded index of quality of synchronization, and indicator of nature of stability of synchronization. This measure is found efficient in detecting even the slightest change in the level of synchronization effected by the presence of noise in the drive signal.     

Adaptive synchronization in tree-like dynamical networks

Synchronization in an array of coupled identical nonlinear dynamical systems have attracted increasing attention from various fields of science and engineering. In this paper, we investigate the synchronization phenomenon in tree-like dynamical networks. Based on the LaSalle invariant principle, a simple and systematic adaptive control scheme with variable coupling strength is proposed for the synchronization of tree-like dynamical networks without any knowledge of the concrete structure of isolate system. This result indicates that synchronization can be achieved for strong enough coupling if there exists a system (located at the root of the tree) which directly or indirectly influences all other systems. Furthermore, the main result is applied to several Lorenz chaotic systems coupled by a tree. And numerical simulations are also given to show the effectiveness of the proposed synchronization method.     

Generalized function projective (lag, anticipated and complete) synchronization between two different complex networks with nonidentical nodes

Generalized function projective (lag, anticipated and complete) synchronization between two different complex networks with nonidentical nodes is investigated in this paper. Based on Barbalat’s lemma, some sufficient synchronization criteria are derived by applying the nonlinear feedback control. Although previous work studied function projective synchronization on complex dynamical networks, the dynamics of the nodes are coupled partially linear chaotic systems. In our work, the dynamics of the nodes of the complex networks are any chaotic systems without the limitation of the partial linearity. In addition, each network can be undirected or directed, connected or disconnected, and nodes in either network may have identical or different dynamics. The proposed strategy is applicable to almost all kinds of complex networks. Numerical simulations further verify the effectiveness and feasibility of the proposed synchronization method. Numeric evidence shows that the synchronization rate is sensitively influenced by the feedback strength, the time delay, the network size and the network topological structure.     

Some simple global synchronization criterions for coupled time-varying chaotic systems

Based on the Lyapunov stabilization theory and matrix measure, this paper proposes some simple generic criterions of global chaos synchronization between two coupled time-varying chaotic systems from a unidirectional linear error feedback coupling approach. These simple criterions are applicable to some typical chaotic systems with different types of nonlinearity, such as the original Chua’s circuit and the Rössler chaotic system. The coupling parameters are determined according to the new criterion so as to ensure the coupled systems’ global chaos synchronization.     

Weak synchronization of chaotic neural networks with parameter mismatch via periodically intermittent control

This paper deals with the synchronization of two coupled identical chaotic systems with parameter mismatch via using periodically intermittent control. In general, parameter mismatches are considered to have a detrimental effect on the synchronization quality between coupled identical systems: in the case of small parameter mismatches the synchronization error does not decay to zero or even a nonzero mean. Larger values of parameter mismatches can even result in the loss of synchronization. via intermittent control with periodically intervals, we can obtain the weak synchronization. Some sufficient conditions for the stabilization and weak synchronization of a large class of coupled identical chaotic systems will be derived by using Lyapunov stability theory. The analytical results are confirmed by numerical simulations.     

Global impulsive exponential synchronization of time-delayed coupled chaotic systems

In this paper, the impulsive exponential synchronization problem for time-delayed coupled chaotic systems is investigated. By establishing an impulsive differential delay inequality and using the property of P-cone, some simple conditions of impulsive exponential synchronization of two coupled chaotic systems are derived. To illustrate the effectiveness of the new scheme, some numerical examples are given.     

Chaos anticontrol and synchronization of three time scales brushless DC motor system

Chaos anticontrol of three time scale brushless dc motors and chaos synchronization of different order systems are studied. Nondimensional dynamic equations of three time scale brushless DC motor system are presented. Using numerical results, such as phase diagram, bifurcation diagram, and Lyapunov exponent, periodic and chaotic motions can be observed. By adding constant term, periodic square wave, the periodic triangle wave, the periodic sawtooth wave, and kx|x| term, to achieve anticontrol of chaotic or periodic systems, it is found that more chaotic phenomena of the system can be observed. Then, by coupled terms and linearization of error dynamics, we obtain the partial synchronization of two different order systems, i.e. brushless DC motor system and rate gyroscope system.     

Nonlinear dynamics and synchronization of coupled electromechanical systems with multiple functions

This paper deals with the nonlinear dynamics and synchronization of coupled electromechanical systems with multiple functions, described by an electrical Duffing oscillator magnetically coupled to linear mechanical oscillators. Firstly, the amplitudes of the sub- and super-harmonic oscillations for the resonant states are obtained and discussed using the multiple time scales method. The equations of motion are solved numerically using the Runge–Kutta algorithm. It is found that chaotic and periodic orbit coexist in the electromechanical system depending on the set of initial conditions. Secondly, the problem of synchronization dynamics of two coupled electromechanical systems both in the regular and chaotic states is also investigated, and estimation of the coupling coefficient under which synchronization and no-synchronization take place is made.     

Robust sliding-mode backstepping design for synchronization control of cross-strict feedback hyperchaotic systems with unmatched uncertainties

This paper is concerned with the synchronization problem for a class of hyperchaotic chaotic systems. Using sliding mode control approach and backstepping control, a robust control scheme is proposed to make most of the synchronization errors of the systems to zero for matched and unmatched uncertainties. And only one of the synchronization errors of the systems may not be zero, but it is bounded. Meanwhile, the chattering phenomenon is eliminated. The proposed methods can be applied to a variety of chaos systems which can be described by the so-called cross-strict feedback form. Numerical simulations are given to demonstrate the efficiency of the proposed control schemes.     

Synchronization of hyperchaotic oscillators via single unidirectional chaotic-coupling

In this paper, synchronization of two hyperchaotic oscillators via a single variable’s unidirectional coupling is studied. First, the synchronizability of the coupled hyperchaotic oscillators is proved mathematically. Then, the convergence speed of this synchronization scheme is analyzed. In order to speed up the response with a relatively large coupling strength, two kinds of chaotic coupling synchronization schemes are proposed. In terms of numerical simulations and the numerical calculation of the largest conditional Lyapunov exponent, it is shown that in a given range of coupling strengths, chaotic-coupling synchronization is quicker than the typical continuous-coupling synchronization. Furthermore, A circuit realization based on the chaotic synchronization scheme is designed and Pspice circuit simulation validates the simulated hyperchaos synchronization mechanism.     

Generalized synchronization in discrete maps. New point of view on weak and strong synchronization

In the present Letter we show that the concept of the generalized synchronization regime in discrete maps needs refining in the same way as it has been done for the flow systems Koronovskii et al. [Koronovskii AA, Moskalenko OI, Hramov AE. Nearest neighbors, phase tubes, and generalized synchronization. Phys Rev E 2011;84:037201]. We have shown that, in the general case, when the relationship between state vectors of the interacting chaotic maps are considered, the prehistory must be taken into account. We extend the phase tube approach to the systems with a discrete time coupled both unidirectionally and mutually and analyze the essence of the generalized synchronization by means of this technique. Obtained results show that the division of the generalized synchronization into the weak and the strong ones also must be reconsidered. Unidirectionally coupled logistic maps and Hénon maps coupled mutually are used as sample systems.     

Chaos synchronization by variable strength linear coupling and Lyapunov function derivative in series form

A new general strategy to achieve chaos synchronization by variable strength linear coupling without another active control is proposed. They give the criteria of chaos synchronization for two identical chaotic systems and two different chaotic dynamic systems with variable strength linear coupling. In this method, the time derivative of Lyapunov function in series form is firstly used. Lorenz system, Duffing system, Rössler system and Hyper-Rössler system are presented as simulated examples.     

Chaos synchronization by variable strength linear coupling and Lyapunov function derivative in series form

A new general strategy to achieve chaos synchronization by variable strength linear coupling without another active control is proposed. They give the criteria of chaos synchronization for two identical chaotic systems and two different chaotic dynamic systems with variable strength linear coupling. In this method, the time derivative of Lyapunov function in series form is firstly used. Lorenz system, Duffing system, Rössler system and Hyper-Rössler system are presented as simulated examples.     

Finite-time chaos synchronization of unified chaotic system with uncertain parameters

This paper deals with the finite-time chaos synchronization of the unified chaotic system with uncertain parameters. Based on the finite-time stability theory, a control law is proposed to realize finite-time chaos synchronization for the unified chaotic system with uncertain parameters. The controller is simple, robust and only part parameters are required to be bounded. Simulation results for the Lorenz, Lü and Chen chaotic systems are presented to validate the design and the analysis.