The Journal of Engineering Tribology publishes high-quality, peer-reviewed papers from academia and industry worldwide on the engineering science associated with tribology and its application to machine elements. Papers may be of a fundamental nature addressing analysis and experiments or reports of design, development and service experience by practising engineers in industry. The scope includes: Plain and rolling element bearings; Hydrostatic and gas bearings; Piston rings; Gears and seals; Cams and followers; Condition monitoring; Modes of lubrication; lubrication technology; Lubricant rheology and chemistry; Wear and friction, particularly for lubricated conditions; Contact mechanics; Materials and coatings; High- and low-temperature, and other extreme environment tribology.
⚡ 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.
Mechanical EngineeringQ2
Surfaces and InterfacesQ3
Surfaces, Coatings and FilmsQ3
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
Engineering, Mechanical
Scopus Categories
Surfaces and InterfacesSurfaces, Coatings and FilmsMechanical Engineering
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Tribology and Lubrication EngineeringGear and Bearing Dynamics AnalysisLubricants and Their AdditivesAdhesion, Friction, and Surface InteractionsTribology and Wear AnalysisHydraulic and Pneumatic SystemsMechanical stress and fatigue analysisMetal and Thin Film MechanicsAdvanced machining processes and optimizationBrake Systems and Friction Analysis