Experimental separation of chaotic signals through synchronization.

In this paper using a negative feedback scheme we study the problem of synchronizing two systems (each of them made of n independent chaotic circuits) through the transmission of a unique signal (i.e. a scalar variable). To find the appropriate values of the feedback gains, an approach based on the design of an asymptotic observer leading to a set of linear matrix inequalities is used for piecewise linear systems, while for systems with continuous nonlinearities a master stability function approach is adopted. Numerical results showing the suitability of the approach are reported. Furthermore, the experiment showing separation and synchronization of two pairs of chaotic circuits is discussed. Despite the presence of parameter mismatches, separation and synchronization of the two systems can be achieved. This is an experimental demonstration of the successful possibility of multiplexing two (or more) chaotic signals in the same channel.