Distributed Fusion Estimation for Stochastic Uncertain Systems With Network-Induced Complexity and Multiple Noise

IEEE Trans Cybern. 2022 Sep;52(9):8753-8765. doi: 10.1109/TCYB.2021.3059367. Epub 2022 Aug 18.

Abstract

This article investigates an issue of distributed fusion estimation under network-induced complexity and stochastic parameter uncertainties. First, a novel signal selection method based on event trigger is developed to handle network-induced packet dropouts, as well as packet disorders resulting from random transmission delays, where the H2/H performance of the system is analyzed in different noise environments. In addition, a linear delay compensation strategy is further employed for solving the complex network-induced problem, which may deteriorate system performance. Moreover, a weighted fusion scheme is used to integrate multiple resources through an error cross-covariance matrix. Several case studies validate the proposed algorithm and demonstrate satisfactory system performance in target tracking.