Abstract
This brief addresses the synchronization rate of weakly connected pulse-coupled oscillators (PCOs). We prove that besides the coupling strength, the phase response function is also a determinant of the synchronization rate. Inspired by the result, we propose to increase the synchronization rate of PCOs by designing the phase response function. This has important significance in the PCO-based clock synchronization of wireless networks. By designing the phase response function, the synchronization rate is increased even under a fixed transmission power. Given that the energy consumption in synchronization is determined by the product of synchronization time and transmission power, the new strategy reduces energy consumption in the clock synchronization. QualNet experiments confirm the theoretical results.
Sign-in/Register to access full text options 
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
