This article studies a class of asynchronous generalized H2 control problems for continuous‐time discrete‐state semi‐Markov jump linear systems. By constructing a Lyapunov function based on the semi‐Markov process, introducing a weak infinitesimal operator and applying the smoothness of the expectation, sufficient conditions are obtained to ensure stochastic stability and generalized H2 performance of the system. Simultaneously, equivalent conditions are given by introducing slack variables and an asynchronous controller is designed. Moreover, we derive the sufficient conditions for the case where the transition rate is partially unknown. Finally, we use the cone complement linearization iterative algorithm to simulate two examples to prove the effectiveness of the design scheme.
This paper mainly studies the generalized H2 control of discrete‐time semi‐Markov jump systems with bounded sojourn‐time. By constructing the mode‐dependent Lyapunov function related to the elapsed‐time and the semi‐Markov process, we obtain sufficient conditions to ensure the σ‐error mean square stable and generalized H2 performance of the semi‐Markov jump system. Moreover, by introducing slack variables, the generalized H2 performance index is reduced and the feasible region is expanded. Finally, through numerical calculations, we confirm the effectiveness of the design methods.
This paper sets out the results of a research project which compares benefits from the MBA in China and the UK. Drawing on and modifying Bourdieu's forms of capital theory, it highlights areas of commonality and difference. In particular it demonstrates that some forms of capital (e.g. institutional, social) transcend national boundaries and are equally valued in both contexts.Significant differences emerge within categories of cultural capital with Chinese respondents placing a higher value on more technical and UK respondents placing a higher value on personal and interpersonal skill components. Implications for the transferability of Western based management education to China are evaluated and discussed.
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