Soil Mechanics and Foundation Engineering is an international journal that presents the latest achievements in soil and rock mechanics theory, experimental investigations, and geotechnical and foundation engineering. Focuses on investigations of geotechnical and foundation problems in regions with regular and extreme soil conditions. Discusses innovative solutions in the field. Provides international coverage from leading specialists. A translation of the Russian peer-reviewed journal Osnovaniya, Fundamenty i Mechanica Gruntov. Established over 50 years ago, it is a comprehensive source of knowledge for engineers, researchers, and design specialists.
⚡ Speed vs Prestige
How does this journal balance review speed with impact level?
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SJR Quartile by Discipline
Scimago ranks this journal separately in each subject category — its quartile can differ by discipline.
Energy (miscellaneous)Q3
Geotechnical Engineering and Engineering GeologyQ3
Ocean EngineeringQ3
Soil ScienceQ3
Water Science and TechnologyQ3
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
Engineering, Geological
Scopus Categories
Ocean EngineeringWater Science and TechnologySoil ScienceGeotechnical Engineering and Engineering GeologyEnergy (miscellaneous)
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Geotechnical and Geomechanical EngineeringLegal and Regulatory AnalysisMilitary Technology and StrategiesLinguistic, Cultural, and Literary StudiesGeotechnical Engineering and Soil Stabilization