Synchronization of complex networks with hybrid delays based on event intermittent control

This paper studies the exponential synchronization problem for complex networks with hybrid delays via means of the event intermittent control (EIC) strategy. Compared with the traditional aperiodically intermittent control, the control instants and the rest instants are generated when the events occur, which is more in accordance with the actual situation. An modified lemma related to delays is derived without predesigning intermittent instants. Furthermore, some synchronization criteria with less conservatism are established in terms of linear matrix inequalities (LMIs). Meanwhile, it is also shown that Zeno behavior is excluded. Finally, simulations of a numerical example are given to verify the effectiveness of the proposed EIC strategy. (c) 2022 Published by Elsevier Ltd on behalf of The Franklin Institute.