Bifurcation control for a class of Lorenz-like systems

In this paper, a control method developed earlier is employed to consider controlling bifurcations in a class of Lorenz-like systems. Particular attention is focused on Hopf bifurcation control via linear and nonlinear stability analyses. The Lorenz system, Chen system and Lu system are studied in detail. Simple feedback controls are designed for controlling the stability of equilibrium solutions, limit cycles and chaotic motions. All formulas are derived in general forms including the system parameters. Computer simulation results are presented to confirm the analytical predictions.