Adaptive Neural Network-Based Asynchronous Control for Switching Cyber–Physical Systems With Unknown Dead Zone

This study investigates the problem of adaptive neural network asynchronous control for switching cyber-physical systems under unknown dead zones. A generalized switching rule, instead of a Markov/semi-Markov process, is utilized to scrutinize the switching behavior of subsystems. This approach characterizes the dynamic nature of sojourn probabilities using single-mode-based sojourn time, aiming to decrease computational load while meeting the demands of real-world scenarios. Considering the intricacies of network environments, the unknown dead zone inputs are considered, which can be effectively implemented via the adaptive neural network-based control law. To counteract the adverse effects of unforeseen information, a saturation-based observer is developed, in which the saturation level is dynamically adjusted with the hope of providing greater flexibility. Utilizing a Lyapunov function that correlates with the detected mode and the system mode, sufficient criteria are established to ensure that the closed-loop system remains bounded in probability. Eventually, the practicality and effectiveness of the proposed control methodology are verified through two simulated examples.