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Fractal and Fractional, Volume 9, Issue 6

2025 June - 68 articles

Cover Story: In this paper, we apply Grünwald–Letnikov-type fractional-order calculus to simulate the growth of Serbia’s gross domestic product (GDP). We also compare the fractional-order model’s results with those of a similar integer-order model. The significance of variables is assessed by the Akaike Information Criterion (AIC). The research demonstrates that the Grünwald–Letnikov fractional-order model provides a more accurate representation compared to the standard integer-order model and performs very accurately in predicting GDP values. View this paper
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Articles (68)

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13 Pages

A clear method is provided to explain a new approach for solving systems of fractional Navier–Stokes equations (SFNSEs) using initial conditions (ICs) that rely on the Elzaki transform (ET). A few steps show the technique’s validity and u...

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Recent Computational Methods for Fractal and Fractional Nonlinear Partial Differential Equations)
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1 Citations
1,271 Views
28 Pages

In this paper, we investigate a class of fuzzy partially differentiable models for Caputo–Hadamard-type Goursat problems with generalized Hukuhara difference, which have been widely recognized as having a significant role in simulating and anal...

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Symmetry and Solutions of Fractional Differential Equations with Their Developments)
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1 Citations
1,542 Views
25 Pages

A Bayesian network (BN) is an uncertainty processing model that simulates human cognitive thinking on the basis of probability theory and graph theory. Its network topology is a directed acyclic graph (DAG) that can be manually constructed through ex...

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Application of Fractals in Complex Networks of Engineering and Medicine)
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3 Citations
6,369 Views
31 Pages

Since polynomial regression models are generally quite reliable for data that can be handled using a linear system, it is important to note that in some cases, they may suffer from overfitting during the training phase. This can lead to negative valu...

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Fractional Calculus Applications for Signal Processing and Data Science)
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3 Citations
2,245 Views
25 Pages

Evolution equations with fractional-time derivatives and singular memory kernels are used for modeling phenomena exhibiting hereditary properties, as they effectively incorporate memory effects into their formulation. Time-fractional partial integro-...

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Applications of Fractional Calculus in Modern Mathematical Modeling)
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988 Views
27 Pages

Fuzzy Convexity Under cr-Order with Control Operator and Fractional Inequalities

  • Qi Liu,
  • Muhammad Zakria Javed,
  • Muhammad Uzair Awan,
  • Loredana Ciurdariu and
  • Badr S. Alkahtani

This study is organized to introduce the concept of center–radius (cr)-ordered fuzzy number-valued convex mappings. Based on this class of mappings, we have initiated the idea of fuzzy number-valued extended cr-ℏ convex mappings incorpora...

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Fractional Integral Inequalities and Applications, 3rd Edition)
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  • Open Access
12 Citations
1,400 Views
26 Pages

The time-fractional generalized Burger–Fisher equation (TF-GBFE) is utilized in many physical applications and applied sciences, including nonlinear phenomena in plasma physics, gas dynamics, ocean engineering, fluid mechanics, and the simulati...

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Fractional Mathematical Modelling: Theory, Methods and Applications)
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1,526 Views
41 Pages

This research proposes a fractional-order adaptive neural control scheme using an optimized backstepping (OB) approach to address strict-feedback nonlinear systems with uncertain control directions and predefined performance requirements. The OB fram...

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4 Citations
914 Views
26 Pages

The complementary dual of entropy has received significant attention in the literature. Due to the emergence of many generalizations and extensions of entropy, the need to generalize the complementary dual of uncertainty arose. This article develops...

(This article belongs to the Special Issue General Fractional Calculus: Theory, Methods and Applications in Mathematical Physics)
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1 Citations
1,057 Views
23 Pages

This study enhances the classical deterministic SIR model by incorporating soliton-like dynamics and gradient-induced diffusion, effectively capturing the complex spatiotemporal patterns of disease transmission within nomadic populations. The propose...

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6 Citations
1,196 Views
19 Pages

The acidification modification treatment of coal is a key technical means to improve the permeability of coal seams and enhance the efficiency of coalbed methane extraction. Yet, current acidic fracturing fluids are highly corrosive, corroding downho...

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5 Citations
2,753 Views
30 Pages

The Hurst phenomenon is regarded as an intrinsic characteristic of many natural processes closely related to high uncertainty and long-term persistence. Temperature and precipitation are the two important meteorological factors characterizing the cli...

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  • Open Access
2 Citations
2,408 Views
14 Pages

The Application of Fractional Calculus in Modeling Economic Growth in Serbia

  • Enes Kacapor,
  • Duarte Valério and
  • Ljubivoje Radonjic

In this paper, we apply Grünwald–Letnikov-type fractional-order calculus to simulate the growth of Serbia’s gross domestic product (GDP). We also compare the fractional-order model’s results with those of a similar integer-orde...

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  • Open Access
2,402 Views
11 Pages

Numerical and Analytical Study of the Magnetic Field Distribution in a Three-Solenoid System

  • Mostafa Behtouei,
  • Alberto Bacci,
  • Martina Carillo,
  • Moreno Comelli,
  • Luigi Faillace,
  • Mauro Migliorati,
  • Livio Verra and
  • Bruno Spataro

This study investigates the magnetic fields produced by a three-solenoid system configuration using both traditional numerical solvers and fractional integral methods. We focus on the role of mesh resolution in influencing simulation accuracy, examin...

(This article belongs to the Section Mathematical Physics)
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  • Open Access
2 Citations
2,730 Views
17 Pages

Optimal Regional Control of a Time-Fractional Spatiotemporal SIR Model with Vaccination and Treatment Strategies

  • Marouane Karim,
  • Issam Khaloufi,
  • Soukaina Ben Rhila,
  • Mahmoud A. Zaky,
  • Maged Z. Youssef and
  • Mostafa Rachik

In this study, we analyze a time-fractional spatiotemporal SIR model in a specific area Ω. Taking into account the available resources, vaccines are allocated to region ω1⊆Ω and treatments to region ω2⊆Ω, which...

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Application of Anomalous Diffusion Modeling Based on Fractal and Fractional Derivatives)
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  • Open Access
7 Citations
1,607 Views
30 Pages

The deformation control of surrounding rock in the combustion air zone is crucial for the safety and efficiency of underground coal gasification (UCG) projects. Coal-bearing sandstone, a common surrounding rock in UCG chambers, features a brittle str...

(This article belongs to the Section Engineering)
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9 Citations
1,324 Views
21 Pages

In this study, we define the k-Cullen, k-Cullen–Lucas, and Modified k-Cullen sequences, and certain terms in these sequences are given. Then, we obtain the Binet formulas, generating functions, summation formulas, etc. In addition, we examine t...

(This article belongs to the Section Mathematical Physics)
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5 Citations
925 Views
18 Pages

This paper investigates the synchronization control problem for delayed fractional-order neural networks (DFONNs) with mismatched parameters. A novel synchronization behavior termed quasi-Mittag-Leffler projective synchronization (QMLPS) is studied....

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Analysis and Modeling of Fractional-Order Dynamical Networks)
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  • Open Access
4 Citations
1,028 Views
34 Pages

This paper addresses the existence of solutions to a Hadamard fractional differential equation of arbitrary order on an infinite interval, subject to integral boundary conditions that incorporate both Riemann–Stieltjes integrals and Hadamard fr...

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Advances in Boundary Value Problems for Fractional Differential Equations, 3rd Edition)
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5 Citations
1,782 Views
18 Pages

The present work proposes a novel fractional-order multifunction filter topology in current-mode (CM), which is designed based on the Modified Current Feedback Operational Amplifier (MCFOA). The proposed design simultaneously generates fractional-ord...

(This article belongs to the Special Issue New Challenges Arising in Engineering Problems with Fractional and Integer Order, 4th Edition)
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3 Citations
1,160 Views
13 Pages

Repeated mining under insufficiently collapsed gobs is a complex process in underground mining and is associated with safety hazards such as ground collapse and subsidence. The effect of layer spacing on the fracture network evolution and fluid trans...

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Fractal Analysis and Its Applications in Rock Engineering, Second Edition)
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6 Citations
1,245 Views
37 Pages

This study presents, for the first time, a new class of interval-valued superquadratic stochastic processes and examines their core properties through the lens of the center-radius total order relation on intervals. These processes serve as a powerfu...

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Mathematical Inequalities in Fractional Calculus and Applications, 2nd Edition)
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3 Citations
2,524 Views
13 Pages

The study of fractional differential equations is gaining increasing significance due to their wide-ranging applications across various fields. Different methods, including fixed-point theory, variational approaches, and the lower and upper solutions...

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4 Citations
2,352 Views
20 Pages

This study introduces an innovative analytical solution to the time-fractional Cattaneo heat conduction equation, which models photothermal transport in metallic thin films subjected to short laser pulse irradiation. The model integrates the Caputo f...

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9 Citations
3,189 Views
32 Pages

Pore Structure Quantitative Characterization of Tight Sandstones Based on Deep Learning and Fractal Analysis

  • Xinglei Song,
  • Congjun Feng,
  • Teng Li,
  • Qin Zhang,
  • Jiaqi Zhou and
  • Mengsi Sun

Sandstone reservoirs exhibit strong heterogeneity and complex microscopic pore structures, presenting challenges for quantitative characterization. This study investigates the Chang 8 tight sandstone reservoir in the Jiyuan, Ordos Basin through analy...

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Pore Structure and Fractal Characteristics in Unconventional Oil and Gas Reservoirs)
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3 Citations
1,458 Views
27 Pages

This paper constructs a fundamental mathematical model to depict the therapeutic effects of two drugs on breast cancer patients. The model is described by fractional order differential equations with two control variables. Two scenarios are considere...

(This article belongs to the Section General Mathematics, Analysis)
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3 Citations
1,669 Views
19 Pages

Numerical Solution of the Inverse Thermoacoustics Problem Using QFT and Gradient Method

  • Syrym E. Kasenov,
  • Aigerim M. Tleulesova,
  • Almas N. Temirbekov,
  • Zholaman M. Bektemessov and
  • Rysbike A. Asanova

In this research, we consider the inverse problem for the wave equation under an unknown initial condition. A generalized solution to the direct problem was formulated, its correctness was established, and the stability assessment was obtained. The i...

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2 Citations
1,865 Views
25 Pages

Chaotic behavior and memory-dependent dynamics in fractional-order brushless DC motors (FOBLDCMs) pose significant challenges for robust and stable control design, particularly when physical constraints such as actuator saturation and rate limitation...

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Continuous/Discrete-Time Fractional Systems: Modelling, Design and Estimation)
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1,410 Views
14 Pages

This paper proposes a weak Galerkin (WG) finite element method for solving a multi-dimensional evolution equation with a weakly singular kernel. The temporal discretization employs the backward Euler scheme, while the fractional integral term is appr...

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Analysis and Numerical Computations of Nonlinear Fractional and Classical Differential Equations)
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6 Citations
1,903 Views
23 Pages

This study investigates the coupled effects of waste rock-to-tailings ratio (WTR) and curing temperature on the pore structure and mechanical performance of cemented tailings waste rock backfill (CTRB). Four WTRs (6:4, 7:3, 8:2, 9:1) and curing tempe...

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Fractal Analysis and Its Applications in Rock Engineering, Second Edition)
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6 Citations
2,093 Views
21 Pages

On Polynomial φ-Contractions with Applications to Fractional Logistic Growth Equations

  • Abdelkader Moumen,
  • Hayel N. Saleh,
  • Hussien Albala,
  • Khaled Aldwoah,
  • Hicham Saber,
  • E. I. Hassan and
  • Taher S. Hassan

In this article, we introduce and study a novel class of polynomial φ-contractions, which simultaneously generalizes classical polynomial contractions and φ-contractions within a unified framework. We establish generalized fixed point theorem...

(This article belongs to the Section General Mathematics, Analysis)
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1 Citations
2,760 Views
27 Pages

This paper deals not only with pointwise and uniform convergence but also Y-valued fractional approximation results by univariate symmetrized neural network (SNN) operators on Banach space Y,.. Moreover, our main motivation in this work is to compare...

(This article belongs to the Section Numerical and Computational Methods)
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3 Citations
1,397 Views
15 Pages

Fractal theory of particle size distribution (PSD) is a widely used approach in soil science. However, fractal studies on sandstone PSDs are scarce in sedimentology and geology. Taking littoral sandstones in the Carboniferous Donghetang Formation of...

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12 Citations
2,495 Views
18 Pages

In this paper, we introduce a general fractional master equation involving regularized general fractional derivatives with Sonin kernels, and we discuss its physical characteristics and mathematical properties. First, we show that this master equatio...

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Fractional Mathematical Modelling: Theory, Methods and Applications)
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789 Views
11 Pages

In this paper, we are studying a class of nonlinear fractional difference equations with time-varying delays in Banach space. By means of mathematical induction and the Picard iteration method, we first obtain the existence result of this fractional...

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Analysis of Fractional Stochastic Differential Equations and Their Applications)
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9 Citations
3,664 Views
22 Pages

AI-Based Deep Learning of the Water Cycle System and Its Effects on Climate Change

  • Hasib Khan,
  • Wafa F. Alfwzan,
  • Rabia Latif,
  • Jehad Alzabut and
  • Rajermani Thinakaran

This study combines artificial intelligence (AI) with mathematical modeling to improve the forecasting of the water cycle mechanism. The proposed model simulates the development of global temperature, precipitation, and water availability, integratin...

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Fractional-Order Dynamics and Control in Green Energy Systems)
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  • Open Access
3 Citations
1,093 Views
11 Pages

In this paper, we investigated a three-dimensional incompressible fractional rotating magnetohydrodynamic (FrMHD) system by reformulating the Cauchy problem into its equivalent mild formulation and working in critical homogeneous Sobolev spaces. For...

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Recent Advances in Nonlocal Problems Involving the Fractional Laplacian Operators)
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1 Citations
1,235 Views
28 Pages

This paper introduces a novel version of the Gronwall inequality specifically related to the Hilfer–Hadamard proportional fractional derivative. By utilizing Picard’s method of successive approximations along with the definition of Mittag...

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Advances in Fractional Operators: Mathematical Perspectives and Multidisciplinary Applications)
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5 Citations
1,277 Views
33 Pages

Campylobacteriosis has been described as an ever-changing disease and health issue that is rather dangerous for different population groups all over the globe. The World Health Organization (WHO) reports that 33 million years of healthy living are lo...

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Applications of Fractional Calculus in Modern Mathematical Modeling)
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  • Open Access
6 Citations
1,618 Views
14 Pages

Using He’s Two-Scale Fractal Transform to Predict the Dynamic Response of Viscohyperelastic Elastomers with Fractal Damping

  • Alex Elías-Zúñiga,
  • Oscar Martínez-Romero,
  • Daniel Olvera-Trejo and
  • Luis Manuel Palacios-Pineda

This article aims to clarify the applicability of He’s two-scale fractal dimension transform by replacing tα with τ. It demonstrates the potential to capture the influence of the fractal parameter on the system’s damping frequen...

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Applications of General Fractional Calculus Models: Insights into Viscoelasticity and Wave Propagation)
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7 Citations
3,355 Views
27 Pages

Dynamical Analysis of Mpox Disease with Environmental Effects

  • Mlyashimbi Helikumi,
  • Fredrick Ojija and
  • Adquate Mhlanga

In this study, we develop a fractional-order mathematical model for investigating the transmission dynamics of monkeypox (Mpox), accounting for interactions between humans, rodents, and environmental reservoirs. The model uniquely integrates two key...

(This article belongs to the Section Life Science, Biophysics)
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  • Open Access
21 Citations
3,297 Views
35 Pages

Renewable energy sources (RESs) are increasingly combined into the power system due to market liberalization and environmental and economic benefits, but their weather-dependent variability causes power production and demand mismatches, leading to is...

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  • Open Access
6 Citations
2,474 Views
28 Pages

Optimized Non-Integer with Disturbance Observer Frequency Control for Resilient Modern Airport Microgrid Systems

  • Amr A. Raslan,
  • Mokhtar Aly,
  • Emad A. Mohamed,
  • Waleed Alhosaini,
  • Emad M. Ahmed,
  • Loai S. Nasrat and
  • Sayed M. Said

Various sectors focus on transitioning to clean and renewable energy sources, particularly airport microgrids (AMGs), which offer the potential for highly reliable and resilient operations. As airports increasingly integrate renewable energy sources,...

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Fractional-Order Dynamics and Control in Green Energy Systems)
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  • Open Access
5 Citations
2,193 Views
15 Pages

The Effect of pH Solution in the Sol–Gel Process on the Process of Formation of Fractal Structures in Thin SnO2 Films

  • Ekaterina Bondar,
  • Igor Lebedev,
  • Anastasia Fedosimova,
  • Elena Dmitriyeva,
  • Sayora Ibraimova,
  • Anton Nikolaev,
  • Aigul Shongalova,
  • Ainagul Kemelbekova and
  • Mikhail Begunov

In this paper, we investigated fractal cluster structures of colloidal particles in tin dioxide films obtained from lyophilic film-forming systems SnCl4/EtOH/NH4OH with different pH levels. It was revealed that at the ratio Sn > Cl2 > O2, N2 =...

(This article belongs to the Section Mathematical Physics)
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2 Citations
944 Views
10 Pages

This article presents a comprehensive study of the (2+1)-dimensional Zakharov–Kuznetsov (ZK) (q,p,r) equation with time fractional derivativeUtilizing the fractional Lie group method, we derive several results, including the symmetries, similar...

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5 Citations
1,360 Views
19 Pages

The heterogeneity of shale pore systems, which is controlled by thermal maturation, fundamentally governs hydrocarbon storage and migration. Artificial sequence maturity samples of Xiamaling shale were obtained through a temperature–pressure si...

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Multiscale Fractal Analysis in Unconventional Reservoirs)
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  • Open Access
4 Citations
4,792 Views
31 Pages

UK Carbon Price Dynamics: Long-Memory Effects and AI-Based Forecasting

  • Zeno Dinca,
  • Camelia Oprean-Stan and
  • Daniel Balsalobre-Lorente

This study examines the price dynamics of the UK Emission Trading Scheme (UK ETS) by integrating advanced computational methods, including deep learning and statistical modelling, to analyze and simulate carbon market behaviour. By analyzing long-mem...

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Fractal and Multifractal Analyses in Financial Markets and Economics, 2nd Edition)
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  • Open Access
8 Citations
1,442 Views
17 Pages

In this work, we apply fractional calculus to study quantum cosmology. Specifically, our Wheeler-DeWitt (WDW) equation includes a Friedman-Robertson-Walker (FRW) geometry, a radiation fluid, a positive cosmological constant (Λ), and an ad-hoc...

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Continuous/Discrete-Time Fractional Systems: Modelling, Design and Estimation)
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5 Citations
1,170 Views
17 Pages

Relational Contractions of Matkowski–Berinde–Pant Type and an Application to Certain Fractional Differential Equations

  • Doaa Filali,
  • Faizan Ahmad Khan,
  • Adel Alatawi,
  • Esmail Alshaban,
  • Montaser Saudi Ali and
  • Fahad M. Alamrani

This paper concludes a few fixed-point outcomes involving almost Matkowski contraction-inequality of Pant type in a relational metric space. The findings established here enhance, expand, consolidate and develop several noted outcomes. In order to ar...

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Fixed Point Theory and Fractals)
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4 Citations
1,228 Views
17 Pages

On the Generalized Fractional Convection–Diffusion Equation with an Initial Condition in Rn

  • Chenkuan Li,
  • Reza Saadati,
  • Safoura Rezaei Aderyani and
  • Min-Jie Luo

Time-fractional convection–diffusion equations are significant for their ability to model complex transport phenomena that deviate from classical behavior, with numerous applications in anomalous diffusion, memory effects, and nonlocality. This...

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Contemporary Methods of Fractional Order Differential and Differential-Operator Equations)

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