Finite-time synchronization of uncertain coupled switched neural networks under asynchronous switching

Abstract

This paper deals with the finite-time synchronization problem for a class of uncertain coupled switched neural networks under asynchronous switching. By constructing appropriate Lyapunov-like functionals and using the average dwell time technique, some sufficient criteria are derived to guarantee the finite-time synchronization of considered uncertain coupled switched neural networks. Meanwhile, the asynchronous switching feedback controller is designed to finite-time synchronize the concerned networks. Finally, two numerical examples are introduced to show the validity of the main results.

Keywords: Asynchronous switching; Average dwell time; Coupled switched neural networks; Finite-time synchronization; Lyapunov-like functional.