Tunnelling and Underground Space Technology
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Aims & Scope
Tunnelling and Underground Space Technology is an international journal which publishes authoritative articles encompassing the development of innovative uses of underground space and the results of high quality research into improved, more cost-effective techniques for the planning, geo-investigation, design, construction, operation and maintenance of underground and earth-sheltered structures. The journal provides an effective vehicle for the improved worldwide exchange of information on developments in underground technology - and the experience gained from its use - and is strongly committed to publishing papers on the interdisciplinary aspects of creating, planning, and regulating underground space.
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CONSTRUCTION & BUILDING TECHNOLOGY
ENGINEERING, CIVIL
CONSTRUCTION & BUILDING TECHNOLOGY
ENGINEERING, CIVIL
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Academic Intelligence Overview & Context
ImpaQ AnalysisTunnelling and Underground Space Technology (acronym: tust, abbr: TUNNELLING UNDERGROUND SPACE TECHNOL, ISSN: 0886-7798) is a peer-reviewed international scholarly journal in the field of Engineering & Technology, published by Elsevier Ltd in England. The periodical holds a Journal Impact Factor (JIF) of 8.70, ranking in quartile Q1 of Web of Science (SCIE), a Scopus SJR indicator of 2.041 (Q1), an H-index of 170.
The journal enforces rigorous peer evaluation with an average review speed of 25.6周, a publication frequency of Bimonthly, an annual output of approximately 477 scientific articles. In terms of accessibility and author fees, it operates under the Hybrid model with an estimated APC of $3,837 USD. It serves as a benchmark publication platform for academics, researchers, and doctoral candidates seeking global research visibility.
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