PROCEEDINGS OF THE INSTITUTION OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERS PART F-JOURNAL OF RAIL AND RAPID TRANSIT

metrics 2024

Transforming Transit: The Journal of Mechanical Engineering Excellence

Introduction

PROCEEDINGS OF THE INSTITUTION OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERS PART F - JOURNAL OF RAIL AND RAPID TRANSIT is a premier academic journal published by SAGE Publications Ltd, focusing on the latest advancements in rail transportation and rapid transit systems. With an ISSN of 0954-4097 and E-ISSN of 2041-3017, this journal has garnered significant attention in the field, achieving a Q2 category ranking in Mechanical Engineering and securing a Scopus rank of #192 out of 672, placing it in the 71st percentile. Covering converged years from 1989 to 2024, it provides a platform for innovative research and discussions that address the complexities and evolving technologies within the rail industry. Its publication draws contributions from esteemed researchers, professionals, and students alike, fostering a crucial dialogue on sustainability, efficiency, and advancements in transit infrastructure. While the journal is not open access, it remains a vital resource for those committed to pushing the boundaries of mechanical engineering and rail systems development.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.64
Journal Impact Factor1.70
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)2.20
H-Index68
Journal IF Without Self1.70
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.58
Influence0.49
Immediacy Index0.50
Cited Half Life7.10
Citing Half Life8.10
JCI0.40
Total Documents1680
WOS Total Citations3445
SCIMAGO Total Citations7363
SCIMAGO SELF Citations751
Scopus Journal Rank0.64
Cites / Document (2 Years)2.57
Cites / Document (3 Years)2.97
Cites / Document (4 Years)3.06

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Mechanical Engineering in Engineering
Rank #192/672
Percentile 71.43
Quartile Q2

IF (Web Of Science)

ENGINEERING, CIVIL
Rank 102/181
Percentile 43.90
Quartile Q3
ENGINEERING, MECHANICAL
Rank 106/180
Percentile 41.40
Quartile Q3
TRANSPORTATION SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
Rank 44/72
Percentile 39.60
Quartile Q3

JCI (Web Of Science)

ENGINEERING, CIVIL
Rank 109/181
Percentile 39.78
Quartile Q3
ENGINEERING, MECHANICAL
Rank 113/180
Percentile 37.22
Quartile Q3
TRANSPORTATION SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
Rank 45/72
Percentile 37.50
Quartile Q3

Quartile History

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