Tetsu-to-Hagané is a peer-reviewed academic journal published in Japanese by the Iron and Steel Institute of Japan (ISIJ), and an open access journal dedicated to the publication of research addressing fundamental and technological aspects of iron, steel, and related engineering materials. Articles describe the properties, structure, characterization and modelling, processing, fabrication of iron and steel, as well as report on associated environmental issues.
⚡ Speed vs Prestige
How does this journal balance review speed with impact level?
21
weeks to review
Slow · median is 15 wks
Q4
SJR Rank
Bottom 25%
General Information
Country / RegionJapan
Primary LanguageJapanese
1st Year Published1915
Annual Volume~ 116 articles / year
StatusActive
Total Publications20,464
Publisher OrgThe Iron and Steel Institute of Japan
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SJR Quartile by Discipline
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Condensed Matter PhysicsQ4
Materials ChemistryQ4
Metals and AlloysQ4
Physical and Theoretical ChemistryQ4
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
Metallurgy & Metallurgical Engineering
Scopus Categories
Condensed Matter PhysicsPhysical and Theoretical ChemistryMaterials ChemistryMetals and Alloys
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Microstructure and Mechanical Properties of SteelsMetallurgical Processes and ThermodynamicsMetallurgy and Material FormingMetal Alloys Wear and PropertiesIron and Steelmaking Processes