The Visual Computer Journal Citation Rate 2026
0178-2789
eISSN 1432-2315
Springer Science+Business Media
DE
Q2 Quartile Established Impact
About The Visual Computer
The Visual Computer (VC) is a peer-reviewed academic journal covering 3D Shape Modeling and Analysis and Advanced Image and Video Retrieval Techniques, published by Springer Science+Business Media in DE, catalogued under ISSN 0178-2789 (e-ISSN 1432-2315). As of 2026, it has a 2025 2-Year Citation Rate (OpenAlex) of 2.82 (Q2 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 ~$2990 USD). OpenAlex records 5,725 works and 89,433 citations, with an h-index of 103.
The Visual Computer Citation Rate 2026 — In Context
The Visual Computer has a 2025 2-Year Citation Rate (OpenAlex) of 2.82, placing it in the Q2 quartile within the 3D Shape Modeling and Analysis 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.
The Visual Computer operates a subscription-based publishing model — readers access articles through institutional subscriptions or pay-per-view.
Researchers looking to publish in The Visual Computer 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 The Visual Computer against similar journals in the field, use our journal comparison tool.
Submission Tips for The Visual Computer
- Budget $2990 for the Article Processing Charge. Check if your institution or funder covers OA fees.
- This journal covers 3D Shape Modeling and Analysis, Advanced Image and Video Retrieval Techniques, Advanced Vision and Imaging. Ensure your manuscript aligns with these scope areas to avoid desk rejection.
How The Visual Computer Compares
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| ISSN (Print) | 0178-2789 |
|---|---|
| ISSN (Online) | 1432-2315 |
| Publisher | Springer Science+Business Media |
| Country | Germany |
| APC / Cost | $2990 USD |
| h-index | 103 |
| Total Works | 5,800 |
| Total Citations | 90,879 |
| 2-yr Mean Citedness | 3.48 (OpenAlex) |
In-depth profile & metrics
The Visual Computer is published by Springer Science+Business Media and based in Germany. It runs on a subscription or hybrid model with an article-processing charge of USD 2990.
In our subject taxonomy, The Visual Computer is classified under 3D Shape Modeling and Analysis, Advanced Image and Video Retrieval Techniques, Advanced Vision and Imaging and Computer Graphics and Visualization Techniques.
The Visual Computer is indexed in OpenAlex. OpenAlex tracking provides an open, citable record of its output even where commercial indexing is absent.
OpenAlex records 5,800 works that have together drawn 90,879 citations, giving the journal an h-index of 103; its most recent citation rate stands at 2.825; OpenAlex puts its two-year mean citedness at 3.48.
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Citation Rate
Historical Trend
Initial data points onlyCitation Rate by Year
| Year | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2.825 | 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.
Works Published per Year (2014–2025)
Annual publication volume sourced from OpenAlex. Current year omitted (partial data).
Publication & citation history by year
| Year | Works published | Citations received |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 540 | 1,344 |
| 2024 | 546 | 3,772 |
| 2023 | 454 | 4,762 |
| 2022 | 419 | 5,470 |
| 2021 | 305 | 5,978 |
| 2020 | 232 | 4,689 |
| 2019 | 161 | 3,688 |
| 2018 | 160 | 3,149 |
| 2017 | 125 | 1,800 |
| 2016 | 147 | 1,993 |
| 2015 | 137 | 2,654 |
| 2014 | 148 | 2,460 |
Journal at a Glance
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Last updated: Apr 24, 2026
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OpenAlex ID: S73060445
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