Drones

metrics 2024

Pioneering Insights in Drone Applications.

Introduction

Drones, published by MDPI in Switzerland, is a leading open-access journal dedicated to advancing research in the dynamic field of drone technology and applications. Since its inception in 2017, this journal has quickly established itself as a vital source of scholarly content, boasting a Q1 ranking in Aerospace Engineering and strong placements in Artificial Intelligence, Computer Science Applications, Control and Systems Engineering, and Information Systems. The journal aims to foster discourse and innovation around drone usage across various sectors, including environmental monitoring, logistics, and advanced manufacturing. With an impressive Scopus ranking, including a top 30 position in Aerospace Engineering, Drones continues to draw contributions from a diverse array of researchers, professionals, and students, thereby enriching the academic dialogue surrounding this transformative technology. As an open-access journal, it ensures that research is widely accessible, promoting transparency and collaboration within the international research community.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank-
Journal Impact Factor4.40
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)4.80
H-Index-
Journal IF Without Self4.40
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor1.04
Influence0.74
Immediacy Index1.30
Cited Half Life1.80
Citing Half Life4.60
JCI0.95
Total Documents-
WOS Total Citations4649
SCIMAGO Total Citations-
SCIMAGO SELF Citations-
Scopus Journal Rank-
Cites / Document (2 Years)-
Cites / Document (3 Years)-
Cites / Document (4 Years)-

Metrics History

Rank 2024

IF (Web Of Science)

REMOTE SENSING
Rank 14/62
Percentile 78.20
Quartile Q1

JCI (Web Of Science)

REMOTE SENSING
Rank 20/62
Percentile 67.74
Quartile Q2

Quartile History

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