Asynchronous H_∞ observer-based control synthesis of nonhomogeneous Markovian jump systems with generalized incomplete transition rates

This paper deals with the problem of asynchronous H_∞ observer-based control for continuous-time nonhomogeneous Markovian jump systems with generalized incomplete transition rates. Different from other existing papers, the effects of both nonhomogeneity and asynchronism on observer-based control design are discussed in detail to address more realistic phenomena. Furthermore, to decouple the Lyapunov matrix from the control gain while improving the control performance, this paper proposes a state extension method as an alternative to the conventional separation method. Not only that, to derive a set of LMI-based stabilization conditions, this paper presents a less conservative relaxation technique that reduces its computational burden. Finally, two illustrative examples are provided to show the validity of the proposed method.