Hybrid Systems and Control With Fractional Dynamics (I): Modeling and Analysis
It addresses the gap in combining hybrid and fractional-order dynamics, offering a new modeling and analysis tool for control system designers.
This paper introduces a unified framework for fractional-order hybrid systems, specifically modeling and stability analysis of fractional-order switching and reset control systems, with examples demonstrating applicability.
No mixed research of hybrid and fractional-order systems into a cohesive and multifaceted whole can be found in the literature. This paper focuses on such a synergistic approach of the theories of both branches, which is believed to give additional flexibility and help to the system designer. It is part I of two companion papers and introduces the fundamentals of fractional-order hybrid systems, in particular, modeling and stability analysis of two kinds of such systems, i.e., fractional-order switching and reset control systems. Some examples are given to illustrate the applicability and effectiveness of the developed theory. Part II will focus on fractional-order hybrid control.