Numerical schemes for integro-differential equations with Erdélyi-Kober fractional operator (Q2408153)

The paper discusses numerical schemes for discretising the fractional differential operator of Erdélyi-Kober type which arise when self-similar solutions are considered for sub-diffusive evolution equations. The authors consider how the E-Y operator can be discretised, using a range of simple methods. Then they consider how finite difference methods can be applied to an integro-differential equation with E-K operator. They derive the truncation error and give a convergence theorem that are confirmed in an example.