Robust backpropagation training algorithm for multilayered neural tracking controller

A robust backpropagation training algorithm with a dead zone scheme is used for the online tuning of the neural-network (NN) tracking control system. This assures the convergence of the multilayer NN in the presence of disturbance. It is proved in this paper that the selection of a smaller range of the dead zone leads to a smaller estimate error of the NN, and hence a smaller tracking error of the NN tracking controller. The proposed algorithm is applied to a three-layered network with adjustable weights and a complete convergence proof is provided. The results can also be extended to the network with more hidden layers.