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Introducing novel -fractional operators: Advances in fractional calculus
⁎Corresponding author. l.sadek@uae.ac.ma (Lakhlifa Sadek),
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This article was originally published by Elsevier and was migrated to Scientific Scholar after the change of Publisher.
Abstract
This study explores the foundational iterative processes of fractional calculus, focusing on -conformable fractional derivatives ( -CFD). We introduce novel fractional operators and define their associated function spaces. Additionally, we establish a series of theorems that enhance our understanding of these operators within the context of fractional calculus.
Keywords
26A33
θ-CFD
θ-conformable fractional integrals (θ-CFI)

1 Introduction
In the domain of fractional calculus (FC), which finds widespread applications in diverse scientific and engineering disciplines, a plethora of fractional derivatives have been extensively employed. Notably, the Caputo derivative (CD) and Riemann–Liouville derivative (RLD) have emerged as the most commonly used ones. These derivatives have proven to be highly effective in capturing intricate dynamics observed in biology, physics, engineering, and various other fields (Kilbas et al., 2006; Magin, 2006; Redhwan and Shaikh, 2021). Real-world phenomena often exhibit memory effects, necessitating the selection of an appropriate nonlocal model when dealing with different types of data. Consequently, researchers have dedicated substantial efforts to exploring novel fractional operators encompassing diverse characteristics such as singular, non-singular, local, and nonlocal kernels (see Atangana and Baleanu, 2016; Caputo and Fabrizio, 2015; Abdeljawad and Baleanu, 2017; Sadek, 2023a; Sadek and Lazar, 2023 and related references).
Recent advancements in FC have led to significant progress in solving nonlinear functional integral equations using various fractional operators. Pathak et al. (2023) explored the solvability of the Erdélyi-Kober fractional operator, offering new insights into the mathematical methods applicable in these contexts. Paul et al. (2023b) presented an effective method for solving nonlinear fractional integral equations. Additionally, Paul et al. (2023a) analyzed mixed-type nonlinear Volterra-Fredholm Erdélyi-Kober fractional integral equations, highlighting the operator’s versatility in handling diverse integral equations. Bhat et al. (2024) focused on the precision and efficiency of an interpolation approach to weakly singular integral equations, showing improvements in computational methods for heat and fluid flow problems. Farid et al. (2023) and Farid et al. (2022) contributed to the field by developing fractional Hadamard and Fejér–Hadamard inequalities associated with exp. -convexity and Riemann–Liouville fractional versions of Hadamard inequality for strongly -convex functions, respectively, providing new tools for mathematical analysis. Finally, Rathour et al. (2023) introduced -fractional integral inequalities of Hadamard type for strongly exponentially -convex functions, further expanding the applications of fractional calculus in the study of convex functions. These studies collectively underscore the growing significance of fractional calculus in solving complex mathematical problems and its broad applicability across various scientific fields, as well as contributions from L. Sadek and collaborators. Sadek (2022) explored the application of FBDF method for solving fractional differential matrix equations, presenting a novel approach to these complex problems. In a subsequent study, Sadek et al. (2023) introduced a conformable finite element method tailored for conformable fractional partial differential equations, significantly enhancing the computational tools available for these equations. Sadek’s (Sadek, 2023b) work on the stability of conformable linear infinite-dimensional systems provided crucial insights into the behavior and control of such systems. Furthermore, Sadek (2024b) investigated methods to solve two-term fractional differential Sylvester matrix equations using fractional BDF formulas, expanding the repertoire of techniques for handling fractional differential equations. In collaboration with Sadek and Sami Bataineh (2024) applied the general Bernstein function to -fractional differential equations, showcasing innovative uses of mathematical functions in fractional calculus. Lastly, Sadek et al. (2024) developed the Galerkin-Bell method to address fractional optimal control problems, highlighting the method’s efficiency and applicability in optimization problems. These studies collectively advance the understanding and application of fractional calculus in solving diverse and complex mathematical and control problems.
The conventional approach of FC may not furnish the necessary framework for extracting crucial insights from such systems. Consequently, a fundamental question arises: Can we extend the fractional Riemann–Liouville integral (RLI) in a manner that unifies RLD, Hadamard derivative (HD), and other fractional derivatives (Katugampola, 2011, 2014)? The crux of this endeavor lies in determining the appropriate differentiation operator to act as the foundation for the iterative process. In FC, we iterate the customary integral of a function and utilize the Cauchy formula to derive integrals of higher integer orders, thereby facilitating the substitution of the integer value with any
. In Abdeljawad (2015), it was suggested that the CFI should be appropriately fractionalized. Notably, a similar form of integral, as presented in (2), has previously emerged in El-Nabulsi and Torres (2008), finding applications in mathematical economics to depict discounting dynamics in economic contexts (El-Nabulsi and Torres, 2008). Moreover, this integral is employed to capture the behavior of nonlinear dissipative systems (El-Nabulsi and Torres, 2008). Let
, at this juncture, it is important to mention that the left and right CFDs, as defined in Abdeljawad (2015), are given by:
Let
and
, the left RLI of order
is:
In recent years, there has been significant interest in the development and application of operators (32) and (33). Salah et al. (2024) utilized conformable fractional-order modeling to analyze the transmission dynamics of HIV/AIDS, providing new insights into disease spread and control strategies. Kiriş et al. (2024) introduced novel midpoint-type inequalities for coordinated convex functions using generalized CFI, expanding the mathematical toolkit for handling such functions. Ying et al. (2024) investigated conformable fractional Milne-type inequalities, contributing to the broader understanding of fractional inequalities and their applications. Hezenci and Budak (2024) developed Bullen-type inequalities for twice-differentiable functions using CFI, offering new perspectives on classical inequalities. Wang and Yuan (2024) explored the existence, uniqueness, and Ulam stability of solutions to the fractional conformable Langevin system on the ethane graph, further advancing the application of fractional calculus in complex systems analysis.
The structure of this article unfolds as follows:
I. Introduction:
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Background on fractional calculus and conformable derivatives.
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Objectives and contributions of the article.
II. Definitions and Notations:
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Left and right -conformable fractional integrals ( -CFI).
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Left and right -conformable fractional derivatives ( -CFD).
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Function spaces and properties.
III. -CFD for Functions in Certain Spaces:
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Establishing -CFD for functions in specified spaces.
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Proving properties of -CFD in these spaces.
IV. Caputo-Type -Conformable Derivatives:
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Definition and properties of Caputo-type -CFD.
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Comparison with Riemann–Liouville and other types of fractional derivatives.
V. Conclusion
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Summary of main results and contributions.
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Implications and future research directions.
2 The -CFD and -CFI
Definition 1 Sadek (2024a)
Let
an increasing function and
such that
. The left
-CFD of order
starting from
is:
If , we get the left and right CFD Eq. (1) see Abdeljawad (2015).
Definition 2 Sadek (2024a)
Let
an increasing function with
. The left
-CFI of order
starting from
is:
If , we get the left and right CFI Eqs. (2) and (3) see Abdeljawad (2015).
From Eq. (39), we have
Let
. The left
-CFI by
Let
. The right
-CFI is
We have
In Definition 5 present the -CFD.
Let
and
. The left and right
-CFD, within the framework of Riemann-Liouville type. Specifically, they are defined as follows:
We have
Now we have some properties of the -CFD and -CFI.
Let
. We have
The second equation can be demonstrated using a similar method. □
We have
Since Letting , we obtain Eq. (49) can be proved in a similar method. □
Let
, we get
The demonstration can be derived through a simple and direct calculation. □
It can be shown that
3 -CFD on the spaces and
In this section, we explore the -CFD of functions within the spaces specified by the following definitions.
Let
,
and an interval
define
For
,
if and only if
can be expressed in the following manner:
Since
we have
and thus
The proof of sufficiency involves the application of the operator to both sides of (65). □
Regarding the right- -CFD, a parallel lemma can be formulated.
if and only if
The demonstration closely resembles the proof presented in Lemma 3. □
In Theorem 2, we state the -CFD in and
Let . We have
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Let , the left -CFD is
(63) -
Let , the right -CFD is
(64)
Since
, from Lemma 3, we have
Let
with
. We have
We have
Let
, we have
From Theorems 1 and 3, we have
Let
and
. We get
Let
,
,
and
,
. Then
We have Using the integration by parts times, we get Now by using Theorem 1, we get
4 -CFD with the Caputo type
Let and .
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If . The left Caputo -CFD of is
(74) -
If . The right Caputo -CFD of is
(75)
Let
. We have the left and right
-CFD in the Caputo type are
From Eq. (74), Lemma 2 and Theorem 2, we get The identity (77) is proved by using (75), Lemma 2 and Theorem 2 as well. □
We have
Let with and . We have and for .
We have The result is obtained by replacing by . □
Let and . We have and
We have and
Let , and .
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If or , we have
(78) -
If and , we have
(79)(80)
From the definition (74) we have Using Theorem 3 and Theorem 4, we have If , by Lemma 5, we have .
The case is trivial. Now if , it can be proved that for using the steps used in proving Lemma 5. □
Let
and
. We get
We have
Let
and
,
. We have
The proof can be accomplished by utilizing Theorems 1, 4, 6, and Lemma 6. □
5 Conclusion
This study introduced and analyzed novel fractional derivatives and integrals obtained through an iterative process involving conformable integrals with respect to another function. We successfully derived both left and right fractional -conformable integrals, and based on the Riemann–Liouville and Caputo definitions, we established left and right fractional -conformable derivatives. Rigorous mathematical proofs confirmed that these fractional operators exhibit properties analogous to their classical counterparts. Additionally, we defined fractional derivatives for functions within specific spaces, aiming to elucidate the relationship between these novel fractional differential operators.
While classical fractional calculus is widely recognized for its ability to uncover hidden dynamics in complex systems, each nonlocal system possesses unique characteristics that may not be adequately captured by existing fractional integrals and derivatives. Our proposed fractional operators, although reducible to established operators like Riemann–Liouville, Caputo, and Hadamard under specific conditions, introduce new generalized fractional operators that extend beyond the scope of these established ones.
We anticipate that these novel fractional operators may offer fresh insights into fractional variational problems, optimal control problems, and the modeling of intricate systems. The dependence on two parameters, including the -conformable operator parameter that enhances the detection of memory effects, represents a significant advantage of these operators. Overall, this study provides a foundation for further exploration of these generalized fractional operators and their potential applications in uncovering the dynamics of complex systems. One direction is to expand these two papers (Hogeme et al., 2024; Negero et al., 2023) using this definition.
CRediT authorship contribution statement
Lakhlifa Sadek: Writing – original draft, Visualization, Validation, Supervision, Methodology, Conceptualization. Dumitru Baleanu: Validation, Supervision. Mohammed S. Abdo: Writing – original draft, Validation, Formal analysis, Conceptualization. Wasfi Shatanawi: Validation, Funding acquisition, Formal analysis.
Acknowledgments
The authors thank the anonymous referees for their encouraging and constructive comments, which have improved this paper. The authors M.S. Abdo and W. Shatanawi would like to thank Prince Sultan University for the support through TAS research lab.
Funding
No funding.
Declaration of competing interest
The authors declare that they have no known competing financial interests or personal relationships that could have appeared to influence the work reported in this paper.
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