Acta Geotechnica is an international journal publishing basic and applied research in geoengineering an interdisciplinary field dealing with geomaterials such as soils and rocks Emphasizes the interplay between geomechanical models and their engineering applications. Presents research papers on fundamental concepts in geomechanics Draws on applications in geoengineering, including foundation, dam, mining, tunneling, geohazard, geoenvironmental and petroleum engineering. Presents research papers, review articles, short notes and letters to the editors.
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How does this journal balance review speed with impact level?
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SJR Quartile by Discipline
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Earth and Planetary Sciences (miscellaneous)Q1
Geotechnical Engineering and Engineering GeologyQ1
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
Engineering, Geological
Scopus Categories
Earth and Planetary Sciences (miscellaneous)Geotechnical Engineering and Engineering Geology
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Geotechnical Engineering and Soil MechanicsGeotechnical Engineering and Underground StructuresGeotechnical Engineering and Soil StabilizationLandslides and related hazardsSoil and Unsaturated FlowGeotechnical Engineering and AnalysisRock Mechanics and ModelingGrouting, Rheology, and Soil MechanicsDam Engineering and SafetyMicrobial Applications in Construction Materials