International Journal of Rail Transportation

metrics 2024

Transforming transportation through scholarly dialogue.

Introduction

International Journal of Rail Transportation is a premier academic publication dedicated to advancing the field of rail transportation, published by Taylor & Francis Ltd. With an impressive convergence of scholarly contributions from 2013 to 2024, the journal aims to disseminate high-quality research and innovative ideas in automotive engineering, mechanics of materials, and transportation. The journal proudly holds a Q1 ranking in both Automotive Engineering and Mechanics of Materials for 2023, as well as a Q2 ranking in Transportation, signifying its impact and relevance in the respective disciplines. Additionally, it is recognized within the top percentiles in its Scopus rankings, affirming its commitment to producing significant insights that inform both academic and industrial practices. While currently not open access, the journal strives to connect researchers, professionals, and students with cutting-edge developments in rail transportation. By fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing, the *International Journal of Rail Transportation* serves as an essential resource for those seeking to push the boundaries of transport engineering and contribute to sustainable infrastructure solutions.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.95
Journal Impact Factor3.40
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)3.60
H-Index31
Journal IF Without Self3.40
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.24
Influence0.80
Immediacy Index0.50
Cited Half Life3.70
Citing Half Life6.20
JCI0.69
Total Documents271
WOS Total Citations876
SCIMAGO Total Citations1740
SCIMAGO SELF Citations189
Scopus Journal Rank0.95
Cites / Document (2 Years)4.39
Cites / Document (3 Years)4.50
Cites / Document (4 Years)4.68

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Mechanics of Materials in Engineering
Rank #79/398
Percentile 80.15
Quartile Q1
Automotive Engineering in Engineering
Rank #27/125
Percentile 78.40
Quartile Q1
Transportation in Social Sciences
Rank #40/141
Percentile 71.63
Quartile Q2

IF (Web Of Science)

TRANSPORTATION SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
Rank 27/72
Percentile 63.20
Quartile Q2

JCI (Web Of Science)

TRANSPORTATION SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
Rank 28/72
Percentile 61.11
Quartile Q2

Quartile History

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