Exponential synchronization of multilayer networks with white-noise-based coupling via intermittent periodic event-triggered control

Abstract

In this paper, the mean-square exponential synchronization of stochastic multilayer networks with white-noise-based time-varying coupling is investigated via intermittent dynamic periodic event-triggered control. The existence of a dynamic term can reduce the number of event triggers. Furthermore, by introducing periodic sampling mechanism, a minimum inter-execution time is guaranteed to avoid Zeno phenomenon. Additionally, by employing Lyapunov method, graph theory, and stochastic analysis techniques, synchronization criteria for multilayer networks under intermittent dynamic periodic event-triggered control are established. To clarify the process of synchronization of multilayer networks, a brief framework is developed on the basis of Tajan’s algorithm. Ultimately, theoretical results are applied into Chua’s circuits and corresponding numerical simulations are given to illustrate the effectiveness and feasibility of the results.