International Journal for the History of Engineering & Technology
Scope & Guideline
Uncovering the Past, Shaping the Future of Engineering.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Historical Analysis of Engineering Practices:
The journal focuses on the historical evolution of various engineering practices, examining how these practices have transformed over time and their impact on society. - Technological Diffusion and Impact:
It investigates the processes through which technologies spread and their economic and social impacts, highlighting case studies from different historical contexts. - Interdisciplinary Perspectives:
The journal embraces an interdisciplinary approach, integrating insights from history, economics, sociology, and engineering to provide a comprehensive understanding of technological developments. - Case Studies of Specific Technologies:
It features detailed case studies of specific technologies, such as steam engines or electrical systems, analyzing their historical significance and technological advancements. - Cultural and Social Contexts of Technology:
The journal examines the cultural and social contexts in which engineering and technology have developed, exploring how societal needs and values shape technological innovations. - Preservation of Engineering Heritage:
A commitment to exploring the preservation and interpretation of engineering heritage, discussing the importance of historical sites, artifacts, and narratives.
Trending and Emerging
- Impact of Electrification:
Recent papers have increasingly explored the history of electrification, examining its transformative effects on society and industry, reflecting a growing interest in understanding how electricity reshaped modern life. - Technological Innovations in Transportation:
There is a notable increase in studies related to transportation technologies, including railways and automobiles, emphasizing their historical significance and evolution, which resonates with ongoing discussions about sustainable transport. - Environmental and Social Impacts of Technology:
Emerging themes focus on the environmental and social impacts of engineering practices, indicating a heightened awareness of the consequences of technological advancements on society and ecosystems. - Technological Heritage and Preservation:
The journal is increasingly addressing the preservation of technological heritage, highlighting the importance of conserving historical engineering sites and artifacts in the context of modern development. - Gender and Technology:
A growing trend in the journal is the examination of gender roles within the context of technology and engineering, reflecting a broader societal interest in diversity and inclusion in STEM fields.
Declining or Waning
- Early Industrial Revolution Technologies:
There seems to be a declining focus on the technological innovations specifically from the early Industrial Revolution, as more recent publications shift towards modern technologies and their historical implications. - Military Engineering Histories:
While military engineering has been a significant area of study, recent publications indicate a waning interest in this theme, suggesting a move towards civilian engineering and technology narratives. - Local Engineering Practices:
Studies centered on localized engineering practices and technologies are appearing less frequently, indicating a potential shift towards broader, global narratives in engineering history. - Historical Technical Manuals and Their Impact:
There is a noticeable decrease in the examination of historical technical manuals, reflecting a shift in focus towards more narrative-driven histories rather than prescriptive technical documentation. - Traditional Craftsmanship and Techniques:
Interest in traditional craftsmanship and techniques appears to be declining, as the journal increasingly emphasizes industrialized processes and modern technological advancements.
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