Archives of Civil Engineering

Scope & Guideline

Elevating Standards in Civil Engineering Research

Introduction

Welcome to your portal for understanding Archives of Civil Engineering, featuring guidelines for its aims and scope. Our guidelines cover trending and emerging topics, identifying the forefront of research. Additionally, we track declining topics, offering insights into areas experiencing reduced scholarly attention. Key highlights include highly cited topics and recently published papers, curated within these guidelines to assist you in navigating influential academic dialogues.
LanguageEnglish
ISSN1230-2945
PublisherPOLISH ACAD SCIENCES
Support Open AccessYes
CountryPoland
TypeJournal
Convergefrom 1996 to 2024
AbbreviationARCH CIV ENG / Arch. Civ. Eng.
Frequency4 issues/year
Time To First Decision-
Time To Acceptance-
Acceptance Rate-
Home Page-
AddressDEFILAD SQ 1, WARSAW, 00-910, POLAND

Aims and Scopes

The Archives of Civil Engineering focuses on advancing the field of civil engineering through innovative research and comprehensive analyses. The journal encompasses a wide range of topics that reflect contemporary challenges and advancements in civil engineering, emphasizing practical applications and theoretical foundations.
  1. Structural Engineering:
    Research and development of new materials, methods, and technologies for the design, analysis, and construction of structures, including bridges, buildings, and other civil engineering infrastructures.
  2. Geotechnical Engineering:
    Studies focusing on soil mechanics, foundation engineering, slope stability, and the behavior of earth materials under various conditions.
  3. Transportation Engineering:
    Innovations in the design and operation of transportation systems, including roadways, railways, and traffic management, aimed at improving safety and efficiency.
  4. Environmental Engineering:
    Research aimed at addressing environmental challenges related to construction, including waste management, pollution control, and sustainable practices in civil engineering.
  5. Construction Management and Technology:
    Focus on project management techniques, risk assessment, cost estimation, and the use of technology in optimizing construction processes.
  6. Materials Science in Civil Engineering:
    Investigation into the properties, performance, and sustainability of construction materials, including concrete, steel, and recycled materials.
  7. Hydraulic and Water Resources Engineering:
    Studies on the management and design of hydraulic structures, flood risk management, and the impact of water resources on civil engineering projects.
  8. Smart Infrastructure and Digital Tools:
    Integration of digital technologies, such as Building Information Modeling (BIM), IoT, and AI, to enhance the design, construction, and maintenance of civil engineering projects.
The journal has seen a notable increase in research related to emerging technologies and contemporary challenges in civil engineering. These trends reflect the evolving nature of the industry and the increasing importance of sustainability, digitalization, and resilience in civil engineering practices.
  1. Sustainable Construction Practices:
    Growing emphasis on research that promotes environmentally friendly materials and methods, reflecting the industry's shift towards sustainability and reducing carbon footprints.
  2. Digital Transformation in Civil Engineering:
    Increased publications on the use of digital technologies, such as BIM, AI, and IoT, to improve project management, design processes, and infrastructure monitoring.
  3. Resilience Engineering:
    Research focusing on enhancing the resilience of infrastructure against natural disasters and climate change impacts has become more prominent.
  4. Advanced Materials and Nanotechnology:
    Emerging studies on innovative materials, including nanomaterials and recycled products, aimed at improving performance and sustainability in construction.
  5. Smart Infrastructure Systems:
    Growing interest in developing smart cities and infrastructure, utilizing sensors and data analytics to optimize performance and maintenance.
  6. Health and Safety in Construction:
    Increased focus on improving safety standards and practices in construction, driven by the need for enhanced worker protection and accident prevention.
  7. Urban Planning and Development:
    Research addressing the challenges of urbanization, including sustainability in urban design, infrastructure development, and community resilience.

Declining or Waning

While the journal continues to explore a wide range of civil engineering topics, certain areas of research have shown a decline in publication frequency. This shift may reflect changing industry priorities, technological advancements, or a saturation of research in specific topics.
  1. Traditional Construction Techniques:
    Research focused on conventional construction methods has decreased as the industry shifts toward innovative materials and techniques that enhance efficiency and sustainability.
  2. Basic Theoretical Analyses:
    Papers centered on fundamental theoretical studies without practical applications are less frequently published, indicating a preference for research that addresses real-world challenges.
  3. Non-digital Project Management:
    The focus on traditional project management methods and techniques is waning as digital tools and methodologies gain prominence in the field.
  4. Manual Soil Testing Methods:
    Research employing traditional soil testing methods is decreasing as advanced technologies and automated systems become more prevalent in geotechnical investigations.
  5. Low-tech Environmental Solutions:
    There is a decline in studies proposing basic environmental solutions, as the focus shifts toward more sophisticated, technology-driven approaches to sustainability in construction.

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