Control Theory and Technology is an international peer-reviewed journal, which publishes high-quality papers on control theory and applications, with particular attention given to the emerging topics, original methods, and cutting-edge technologies in the area of systems and control. Founded in 2003, previously known as Journal of Control Theory and Applications. Covers all aspects of control theory and its applications.
⚡ Speed vs Prestige
How does this journal balance review speed with impact level?
Based on the Think.Check.Submit framework by DOAJ, COPE & OASPA. All data from verified open sources.
Publication & Citation Trend
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Source: OpenAlex · Note: citations accumulate over time so older years appear higher
SJR Quartile by Discipline
Scimago ranks this journal separately in each subject category — its quartile can differ by discipline.
Aerospace EngineeringQ2
Control and Systems EngineeringQ2
Electrical and Electronic EngineeringQ2
Control and OptimizationQ3
Information SystemsQ3
Modeling and SimulationQ3
Signal ProcessingQ3
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
Automation & Control Systems
Scopus Categories
Information SystemsElectrical and Electronic EngineeringControl and Systems EngineeringControl and OptimizationAerospace EngineeringSignal ProcessingModeling and Simulation
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Adaptive Control of Nonlinear SystemsDistributed Control Multi-Agent SystemsAdvanced Control Systems OptimizationStability and Control of Uncertain SystemsFault Detection and Control SystemsNeural Networks Stability and SynchronizationControl Systems and IdentificationStability and Controllability of Differential EquationsAdaptive Dynamic Programming ControlIterative Learning Control Systems