ACTA ASTRONAUTICA

metrics 2024

Connecting Scholars and Innovators in Aerospace

Introduction

ACTA ASTRONAUTICA is a premier journal in the field of aerospace engineering, dedicated to advancing knowledge in space exploration and technology. Published by PERGAMON-ELSEVIER SCIENCE LTD in the United Kingdom, this journal boasts a prestigious Q1 ranking within its category as of 2023, positioning it in the top tier of aerospace engineering publications. With an ISSN of 0094-5765 and an E-ISSN of 1879-2030, ACTA ASTRONAUTICA has been a crucial resource for researchers and professionals since its inception in 1974, continuing to publish cutting-edge research through to 2024. The journal focuses on a wide range of topics, from orbital mechanics and spacecraft design to astronautics and planetary science, aiming to inspire innovation and facilitate the exchange of ideas among scholars, industry experts, and students. ACTA ASTRONAUTICA is ranked 19th out of 153 in its field, highlighting its importance and influence within the aerospace community. Researchers seeking a reputable platform to share their findings will find this journal to be an essential part of the academic discourse in aerospace engineering.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank1.11
Journal Impact Factor3.10
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)3.10
H-Index105
Journal IF Without Self3.10
Eigen Factor0.02
Normal Eigen Factor3.50
Influence0.64
Immediacy Index0.70
Cited Half Life5.30
Citing Half Life7.50
JCI1.25
Total Documents8798
WOS Total Citations17746
SCIMAGO Total Citations51620
SCIMAGO SELF Citations9077
Scopus Journal Rank1.11
Cites / Document (2 Years)3.67
Cites / Document (3 Years)3.88
Cites / Document (4 Years)3.83

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Aerospace Engineering in Engineering
Rank #19/153
Percentile 87.58
Quartile Q1

IF (Web Of Science)

ENGINEERING, AEROSPACE
Rank 9/52
Percentile 83.70
Quartile Q1

JCI (Web Of Science)

ENGINEERING, AEROSPACE
Rank 7/52
Percentile 86.54
Quartile Q1

Quartile History

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