JOURNAL OF REINFORCED PLASTICS AND COMPOSITES

metrics 2024

Unveiling Breakthroughs in Composite Materials

Introduction

Welcome to the JOURNAL OF REINFORCED PLASTICS AND COMPOSITES, a leading publication in the realms of materials science, engineering, and polymers. Published by SAGE Publications Ltd, this journal stands out with its robust Q2 ranking in multiple categories, including Ceramics and Composites, Materials Chemistry, Mechanical Engineering, and Mechanics of Materials. Since its inception in 1982, the journal has become an essential resource for researchers and professionals, disseminating pioneering research and innovative applications in reinforced plastics and composite materials. Though not open access, subscribers gain exclusive insights into groundbreaking findings contributing to the advancement of the industry. The journal is indexed in Scopus, with notable rankings that reflect its influence and high-quality scholarship. With ongoing coverage until 2024, the JOURNAL OF REINFORCED PLASTICS AND COMPOSITES remains committed to fostering academic dialogues and facilitating advancements in sustainable materials and advanced engineering solutions.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.58
Journal Impact Factor2.30
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)3.20
H-Index88
Journal IF Without Self2.30
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.39
Influence0.49
Immediacy Index0.40
Cited Half Life10.10
Citing Half Life7.50
JCI0.39
Total Documents3415
WOS Total Citations5767
SCIMAGO Total Citations14034
SCIMAGO SELF Citations1611
Scopus Journal Rank0.58
Cites / Document (2 Years)3.63
Cites / Document (3 Years)3.58
Cites / Document (4 Years)4.35

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Mechanical Engineering in Engineering
Rank #165/672
Percentile 75.45
Quartile Q1
Mechanics of Materials in Engineering
Rank #110/398
Percentile 72.36
Quartile Q2
Ceramics and Composites in Materials Science
Rank #43/127
Percentile 66.14
Quartile Q2
Materials Chemistry in Materials Science
Rank #108/317
Percentile 65.93
Quartile Q2
Polymers and Plastics in Materials Science
Rank #57/161
Percentile 64.60
Quartile Q2

IF (Web Of Science)

MATERIALS SCIENCE, COMPOSITES
Rank 19/35
Percentile 47.10
Quartile Q3
POLYMER SCIENCE
Rank 53/94
Percentile 44.10
Quartile Q3

JCI (Web Of Science)

MATERIALS SCIENCE, COMPOSITES
Rank 20/35
Percentile 42.86
Quartile Q3
POLYMER SCIENCE
Rank 60/94
Percentile 36.17
Quartile Q3

Quartile History

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