On global stability criterion of neural networks with continuously distributed delays

Based on the Lyapunov’s second method and the linear matrix inequality (LMI) optimization approach, this paper presents a new sufficient condition for global asymptotic stability of the equilibrium point for a class of neural networks with discrete and distributed delays. The stability condition is expressed in terms of LMIs, which can be solved easily by various convex optimization algorithms. A numerical example is given to show the less conservatism and effectiveness of proposed method.