On Λ-Fractional Viscoelastic Models

Abstract

Λ-Fractional Derivative (Λ-FD) is a new groundbreaking Fractional Derivative (FD) introduced recently in mechanics. This derivative, along with Λ-Transform (Λ-T), provides a reliable alternative to fractional differential equations’ current solving. To put it straightforwardly, Λ-Fractional Derivative might be the only authentic non-local derivative that exists. In the present article, Λ-Fractional Derivative is used to describe the phenomenon of viscoelasticity, while the whole methodology is demonstrated meticulously. The fractional viscoelastic Zener model is studied, for relaxation as well as for creep. Interesting results are extracted and compared to other methodologies showing the value of the pre-mentioned method.