Transport Problems

Scope & Guideline

Exploring Innovative Solutions in Transport Engineering

Introduction

Explore the comprehensive scope of Transport Problems through our detailed guidelines, including its aims and scope. Stay updated with trending and emerging topics, and delve into declining areas to understand shifts in academic interest. Our guidelines also showcase highly cited topics, featuring influential research making a significant impact. Additionally, discover the latest published papers and those with high citation counts, offering a snapshot of current scholarly conversations. Use these guidelines to explore Transport Problems in depth and align your research initiatives with current academic trends.
LanguageEnglish
ISSN1896-0596
PublisherSILESIAN UNIV TECHNOLOCY, FAC TRANSPORT
Support Open AccessYes
CountryPoland
TypeJournal
Convergefrom 2012 to 2024
AbbreviationTRANSP PROBL / Transp. Probl.
Frequency4 issues/year
Time To First Decision-
Time To Acceptance-
Acceptance Rate-
Home Page-
AddressUL KRASINKIEGO 8, KATOWICE 40-019, POLAND

Aims and Scopes

The journal 'Transport Problems' aims to address a wide array of issues related to transportation systems, focusing on enhancing safety, efficiency, and sustainability in various transport modalities. The journal encompasses both theoretical and practical research, providing insights that can guide policymakers, transport operators, and researchers.
  1. Safety in Transportation:
    Research focused on improving safety measures in transportation systems, including studies on driver behavior, accident analysis, and safety technology implementation.
  2. Sustainable Transport Solutions:
    Exploration of environmentally friendly practices and technologies in transportation, including electric vehicles, renewable energy applications, and sustainable urban mobility.
  3. Transport Infrastructure Development:
    Analysis of the planning, construction, and maintenance of transportation infrastructure, including roads, railways, and urban transport systems.
  4. Transport Economics and Policy:
    Investigations into the economic impacts of transportation systems, including cost-benefit analyses, policy evaluations, and the influence of transportation on economic growth.
  5. Innovative Transportation Technologies:
    Research on the development and application of new technologies in transport, such as autonomous vehicles, smart traffic management systems, and advanced logistics solutions.
  6. Intermodal and Multimodal Transport:
    Studies focusing on the integration of different transport modes, optimizing routes, and enhancing the efficiency of cargo and passenger transit.
The journal has witnessed an evolution in its thematic focus, with several emerging trends reflecting the current challenges and innovations in the transportation sector. These trends indicate a response to global issues and advancements in technology.
  1. Autonomous and Connected Vehicles:
    A significant increase in research related to autonomous vehicle technologies and their integration into existing transport systems, reflecting the industry's shift towards automation and connectivity.
  2. Impact of COVID-19 on Transportation Systems:
    Emerging studies examining the lasting effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on transportation behavior, infrastructure use, and public transit systems, highlighting a need for adaptive strategies.
  3. Smart Mobility and Urban Transport Solutions:
    Growing focus on smart mobility solutions, including shared transport services, smart traffic management, and urban planning that prioritizes sustainable and efficient public transport.
  4. Environmental Impact Assessments:
    Increased emphasis on evaluating and mitigating the environmental impacts of transportation systems, including studies on emissions, energy consumption, and sustainability practices.
  5. Data-Driven Transportation Research:
    An upward trend in utilizing big data and advanced analytics to inform transportation research, including traffic modeling, predictive maintenance, and optimization of transport routes.

Declining or Waning

While 'Transport Problems' continues to explore a broad spectrum of transportation-related topics, certain themes have shown a decline in focus over the recent years. This reflects a possible shift in research priorities or emerging technologies overshadowing older methodologies.
  1. Traditional Freight Transport Methods:
    Research on conventional freight transport methods, such as rail and road freight, has decreased, possibly due to the growing emphasis on multimodal and innovative transport solutions.
  2. Basic Traffic Management Strategies:
    Studies concentrating on basic traffic management strategies without the integration of advanced technologies or data analytics have waned, as researchers seek more dynamic and technologically advanced approaches.
  3. Passenger Behavior Studies in Stable Conditions:
    Research focusing on static analyses of passenger behavior in transport systems has diminished, as there is a shift towards understanding behavior under changing conditions, such as during crises or technological disruptions.

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