A survey on clustering methods for distributed and networked control systems

Clustering strategies are becoming increasingly relevant to boost the scalability of distributed control methods by focusing cooperation efforts on highly coupled agents. They also in systems where failing communication links and plug-and-play events considered, which demand increased flexibility modularity. This article reviews commonalities differences those that exploit degree interaction between agents mentioned properties, frequently leading structures network becomes a decision variable may evolve dynamically. Taxonomies based law employed, criterion for selecting topology, its static/dynamical nature, architecture, provided theoretical given. Additionally, review applications power networks, water systems, vehicle traffic renewable energy plants, chemical processes is provided.