Optical Switching and Networking

metrics 2024

Empowering Researchers in Cutting-edge Networking

Introduction

Optical Switching and Networking is a prestigious academic journal published by ELSEVIER, focusing on cutting-edge research and developments in the field of optical communications and networking. With an impressive impact factor and quartile ranking, this journal is recognized as a vital resource for professionals and researchers in Computer Networks and Communications and Electrical and Electronic Engineering, positioned in the Q2 category according to the latest metrics. Aiming to foster innovation and knowledge exchange among scholars, the journal covers a diverse range of topics, from optical switching mechanisms to the latest advancements in network architecture. Researchers benefiting from its accessible content will find it an invaluable platform for advancing their work and engaging with a global community of experts. For those seeking to enhance their understanding and contribute to the academic discourse in these rapidly evolving fields, Optical Switching and Networking serves as an essential conduit for high-quality research and ideas.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.50
Journal Impact Factor1.90
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)1.60
H-Index32
Journal IF Without Self1.90
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.11
Influence0.34
Immediacy Index1.50
Cited Half Life4.80
Citing Half Life5.20
JCI0.48
Total Documents636
WOS Total Citations444
SCIMAGO Total Citations3312
SCIMAGO SELF Citations287
Scopus Journal Rank0.50
Cites / Document (2 Years)2.38
Cites / Document (3 Years)2.48
Cites / Document (4 Years)2.02

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Electrical and Electronic Engineering in Engineering
Rank #248/797
Percentile 68.88
Quartile Q2
Computer Networks and Communications in Computer Science
Rank #142/395
Percentile 64.05
Quartile Q2

IF (Web Of Science)

COMPUTER SCIENCE, INFORMATION SYSTEMS
Rank 156/249
Percentile 37.60
Quartile Q3
OPTICS
Rank 66/119
Percentile 45.00
Quartile Q3
TELECOMMUNICATIONS
Rank 78/119
Percentile 34.90
Quartile Q3

JCI (Web Of Science)

COMPUTER SCIENCE, INFORMATION SYSTEMS
Rank 156/251
Percentile 37.85
Quartile Q3
OPTICS
Rank 72/120
Percentile 40.00
Quartile Q3
TELECOMMUNICATIONS
Rank 76/119
Percentile 36.13
Quartile Q3

Quartile History

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