Theoretical analysis of a derivative free control based continuation algorithm with path following capability for autonomous systems.
摘要
We introduce a non-iterative, derivative-free control-based continuation (CBC) algorithm for tracking branches of limit cycles in autonomous systems. The algorithm employs three control layers: a derivative feedback controller for stabilization, a phase-locked loop for phase and frequency synthesis, and an arclength controller to enable path-following. Theoretical analysis via the method of averaging yields system-independent tuning rules that guarantee stability and allow the controller to follow stable and unstable branches, including through fold bifurcations. To address invasiveness caused by higher-order harmonics, the method is extended with an adaptive filter. The algorithm is validated numerically on a generalized Van der Pol oscillator.