Keywords
networks, network structure, coupled oscillators, synchronization
Abstract
This dissertation analyzes the fundamental limits for the determination of the network structure of loosely coupled oscillators based on observing the behavior of the network, specifically, node synchronization. The determination of the requisite characteristics and underlying behaviors necessary for the application of a theoretical mechanism for determining the underlying network topology in a network of loosely coupled natural oscillators are the desired outcome. To that end, this effort defines an analytical framework where key components of networks of coupled oscillators are isolated in order to determine the relationships between the various components. The relationship between the number of nodes in a network, the number of connections in the network, the number of connections of a given node, the distribution of the phases of the network, and the resolution of measurement of the components of the network, and system noise is investigated.
Notes
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Graduation Date
2006
Semester
Fall
Advisor
Gonzalez, Avelino
Degree
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
College
College of Engineering and Computer Science
Department
Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
Degree Program
Computer Engineering
Format
application/pdf
Identifier
CFE0001452
URL
http://purl.fcla.edu/fcla/etd/CFE0001452
Language
English
Length of Campus-only Access
None
Access Status
Doctoral Dissertation (Open Access)
STARS Citation
Holifield, Gregory, "Characterization Of Critical Network Components Of Coupled Oscillators" (2006). Electronic Theses and Dissertations. 1088.
https://stars.library.ucf.edu/etd/1088