INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF REFRIGERATION

metrics 2024

Pioneering energy efficiency in refrigeration practices.

Introduction

International Journal of Refrigeration, published by Elsevier Science Ltd, is a leading periodical dedicated to advancing the field of refrigeration and its applications. With an impressive impact factor and ranking in the top quartile (Q1) of both Building and Construction and Mechanical Engineering categories, this journal has been instrumental in disseminating innovative research and breakthroughs since its inception in 1978. Covering a vast array of topics related to refrigeration technology, thermodynamics, and energy efficiency, it serves as an essential resource for researchers, engineers, and students alike. By providing high-quality, peer-reviewed articles, it aims to foster interdisciplinary dialogue and contribute significantly to the development of sustainable practices in the refrigeration sector. Although the journal does not offer open access options at present, its rigorous publication standards ensure that the latest advancements reach a broad audience in the academic and professional communities.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.95
Journal Impact Factor3.50
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)3.60
H-Index138
Journal IF Without Self3.50
Eigen Factor0.01
Normal Eigen Factor1.98
Influence0.60
Immediacy Index0.90
Cited Half Life7.40
Citing Half Life7.40
JCI0.84
Total Documents5521
WOS Total Citations16559
SCIMAGO Total Citations45418
SCIMAGO SELF Citations7624
Scopus Journal Rank0.95
Cites / Document (2 Years)3.88
Cites / Document (3 Years)4.11
Cites / Document (4 Years)4.07

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Building and Construction in Engineering
Rank #35/223
Percentile 84.30
Quartile Q1
Mechanical Engineering in Engineering
Rank #105/672
Percentile 84.38
Quartile Q1

IF (Web Of Science)

ENGINEERING, MECHANICAL
Rank 39/180
Percentile 78.60
Quartile Q1
THERMODYNAMICS
Rank 19/76
Percentile 75.70
Quartile Q1

JCI (Web Of Science)

ENGINEERING, MECHANICAL
Rank 43/180
Percentile 76.11
Quartile Q1
THERMODYNAMICS
Rank 19/76
Percentile 75.00
Quartile Q2

Quartile History

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