COMPUTERS & STRUCTURES

metrics 2024

Advancing Engineering Through Computational Innovation

Introduction

COMPUTERS & STRUCTURES is a leading interdisciplinary journal published by Pergamon-Elsevier Science Ltd, focusing on the application of computer methods in the fields of civil and structural engineering, mechanical engineering, materials science, and modeling and simulation. With a prestigious history dating back to its inception in 1971, this journal is committed to advancing the knowledge and methodologies that integrate computational techniques with structural analysis and design. Recognized in 2023 with a Q1 ranking across several categories, including Civil and Structural Engineering and Computer Science Applications, COMPUTERS & STRUCTURES emphasizes the importance of innovative research that pushes the boundaries of traditional engineering practices. Although the journal does not currently offer open access, it remains an invaluable resource for researchers, professionals, and students seeking to disseminate and discuss groundbreaking findings that are shaping the future of engineering and materials science. The rigorous peer-review process ensures the publication of high-quality articles that contribute to the global discourse in these critical fields.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank1.27
Journal Impact Factor4.40
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)4.50
H-Index161
Journal IF Without Self4.40
Eigen Factor0.01
Normal Eigen Factor1.38
Influence1.05
Immediacy Index0.90
Cited Half Life13.50
Citing Half Life9.40
JCI1.01
Total Documents4557
WOS Total Citations16036
SCIMAGO Total Citations35390
SCIMAGO SELF Citations2265
Scopus Journal Rank1.27
Cites / Document (2 Years)5.27
Cites / Document (3 Years)5.37
Cites / Document (4 Years)5.57

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Modeling and Simulation in Mathematics
Rank #19/324
Percentile 94.14
Quartile Q1
Mechanical Engineering in Engineering
Rank #69/672
Percentile 89.73
Quartile Q1
Civil and Structural Engineering in Engineering
Rank #40/379
Percentile 89.45
Quartile Q1
Computer Science Applications in Computer Science
Rank #138/817
Percentile 83.11
Quartile Q1
General Materials Science in Materials Science
Rank #85/463
Percentile 81.64
Quartile Q1

IF (Web Of Science)

COMPUTER SCIENCE, INTERDISCIPLINARY APPLICATIONS
Rank 37/169
Percentile 78.40
Quartile Q1
ENGINEERING, CIVIL
Rank 24/181
Percentile 87.00
Quartile Q1

JCI (Web Of Science)

COMPUTER SCIENCE, INTERDISCIPLINARY APPLICATIONS
Rank 51/169
Percentile 69.82
Quartile Q2
ENGINEERING, CIVIL
Rank 32/181
Percentile 82.32
Quartile Q1

Quartile History

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