Stability conditions for synchronization of networks with mixed couplings by linear stability analysis

2007 ◽  
Vol 11 (3) ◽  
pp. 245-250
Author(s):  
Rui-xin Wu ◽  
Hai-feng Zhang ◽  
Xin-chu Fu
Author(s):  
Mark Newman

An introduction to the theory of dynamical systems on networks. This chapter starts with a short introduction to classical (non-network) dynamical systems theory, including linear stability analysis, fixed points, and limit cycles. Dynamical systems on networks are introduced, focusing initially on systems with only one variable per node and progressing to multi-variable systems. Linear stability analysis is developed in detail, leading to master stability conditions and the connection between stability and the spectral properties of networks. The chapter ends with a discussion of synchronization phenomena, the stability of limit cycles, and master stability conditions for synchronization.


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