Composite Structures Journal Citation Rate 2026
0263-8223
eISSN 1879-1085
Elsevier BV
GB
Q1 Quartile Top Tier
About Composite Structures
Composite Structures (CS) is a peer-reviewed academic journal covering Composite Structure Analysis and Optimization and Mechanical Behavior of Composites, published by Elsevier BV in GB, catalogued under ISSN 0263-8223 (e-ISSN 1879-1085). As of 2026, it has a 2025 2-Year Citation Rate (OpenAlex) of 6.19 (Q1 quartile) — the average number of citations its recent articles received over a two-year window, computed from OpenAlex open citation data, not the Clarivate (JCR) Impact Factor. It operates a subscription model (APC ~$4270 USD). OpenAlex records 19,962 works and 787,764 citations, with an h-index of 233.
Composite Structures Citation Rate 2026 — In Context
Composite Structures has a 2025 2-Year Citation Rate (OpenAlex) of 6.19, placing it in the Q1 quartile within the Composite Structure Analysis and Optimization research area. This is the average number of citations the journal's recent articles received over a two-year window, computed from OpenAlex open citation data — not the Clarivate (JCR) Journal Impact Factor.
Composite Structures operates a subscription-based publishing model — readers access articles through institutional subscriptions or pay-per-view.
Researchers looking to publish in Composite Structures should review the journal's submission tips and verify the latest indexing status against Scopus, DOAJ, and Web of Science using our indexing tracker. To compare Composite Structures against similar journals in the field, use our journal comparison tool.
Submission Tips for Composite Structures
- Budget $4270 for the Article Processing Charge. Check if your institution or funder covers OA fees.
- This journal covers Composite Structure Analysis and Optimization, Mechanical Behavior of Composites, Structural Analysis and Optimization. Ensure your manuscript aligns with these scope areas to avoid desk rejection.
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| ISSN (Print) | 0263-8223 |
|---|---|
| ISSN (Online) | 1879-1085 |
| Publisher | Elsevier BV |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| APC / Cost | $4270 USD |
In-depth profile & metrics
Composite Structures is published by Elsevier BV and based in United Kingdom. It runs on a subscription or hybrid model with an article-processing charge of USD 4270.
In our subject taxonomy, Composite Structures is classified under Composite Structure Analysis and Optimization, Mechanical Behavior of Composites, Structural Analysis and Optimization and Structural Behavior of Reinforced Concrete.
Composite Structures is indexed in OpenAlex. OpenAlex tracking provides an open, citable record of its output even where commercial indexing is absent.
Its most recent citation rate stands at 6.186.
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Citation Rate
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Initial data points onlyCitation Rate by Year
| Year | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 6.186 | 2-Year Mean Citedness (OpenAlex) |
Metrics are sourced from OpenAlex, DOAJ and Scopus and reflect the latest data we hold. The headline figure is a 2-year citation rate (OpenAlex), not a Clarivate Impact Factor. Always verify against the journal's official site before relying on it. See our Methodology or report a correction.
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Last updated: Apr 24, 2026
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