The Ulam Stability of High-Order Variable-Order <i>φ</i>-Hilfer Fractional Implicit Integro-Differential Equations

Abstract

This study investigates the initial value problem of high-order variable-order φ-Hilfer fractional implicit integro-differential equations. Due to the lack of the semigroup property in variable-order fractional integrals, solving these equations presents significant challenges. We introduce a novel approach that approximates variable-order fractional derivatives using a piecewise constant approximation method. This method facilitates an equivalent integral representation of the equations and establishes the Ulam stability criterion. In addition, we explore higher-order forms of fractional-order equations, thereby enriching the qualitative and stability results of their solutions.

Keywords

• implicit integro-differential equations
• high-order variable-order φ-Hilfer fractional derivatives
• Ulam–Hyers stability
• Ulam–Hyers–Rassias stability