Optimization of one-step hybrid method for direct solution of fifth order ordinary differential equations of initial value problems

This paper focuses on the derivation, analysis and implementation of a hybrid method by optimizing the order of the method by introduction of six-hybrid points for direct solution of fifth order ordinary differential equations of initial value problems (IVPs). Power series was used as the basis function for the solution of the IVP. The basis function was interpolated at some selected hybrid points whereas the fifth derivative of the approximate solution was collocated at all the interval of integration of the method to generate a system of linear equations for the determination of the unknown parameters. The derived method was tested for consistency, zero stability, convergence and absolute stability. The method was tested with two linear test problems to confirm its accuracy and usability. The comparison of the results with some existing methods shows the superiority of the accuracy of the method.