What to Look for When Choosing a Journal
Before submitting your research, evaluate journals on these key criteria:
- Robotics and automation scope — robot design, control, autonomy, sensing, actuation
- Interdisciplinary peer review spanning mechanical, electrical, and computer engineering
- Google Scholar and CrossRef DOI indexing for broad academic discoverability
- Open access for practitioners, engineers, and academic researchers worldwide
- Fast review turnaround — 2–4 weeks for a fast-moving field
- Transparent APC with clear, upfront publication fee structure
Recommended Journals — Cluster 2: Engineering, Technology & Applied Sciences
All journals below are published by Keith Publications — open access, peer-reviewed, and indexed for global discoverability.
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Applied Sciences, Engineering, and Technology Journal
(ASETJ)
Applied sciences, engineering disciplines, technology innovation, and interdisciplinary research bridging theory with real-world application.
Applied Sciences Engineering Research Technology Innovation Interdisciplinary Studies -
Columbia Journal of Engineering and Technology
(CJET)
Electrical, mechanical, civil, computer, software, environmental, and industrial engineering with a focus on emerging technologies.
Electrical Engineering Mechanical Engineering Civil Engineering Computer Engineering -
Journal of Medical Technology and Innovation
(JMTI)
Medical technology, biomedical engineering, health informatics, clinical innovation, and translational research at the medicine-technology interface.
Medical Technology Biomedical Engineering Health Informatics Clinical Innovation
Fast Publication: All Keith Publications journals complete initial review within 2–5 business days and full peer review within 2–4 weeks. Articles are published online within 5–10 days of acceptance — making us one of the fastest open access publishers in the engineering and technology field.
Robotics and Automation Research Scope
Keith Publications engineering journals cover the full breadth of robotics and automation research: robot kinematics, dynamics, and mechanical design; actuator and sensor development; motion planning and path planning algorithms; control systems and feedback mechanisms; autonomous vehicle and drone systems; swarm robotics; collaborative and cobot systems; industrial automation and smart manufacturing; agricultural robotics; surgical robotics; soft robotics; and human-robot interaction (HRI). Both theoretical and applied robotics research is welcomed.
Robotics Research in Industry 4.0
The fourth industrial revolution (Industry 4.0) is fundamentally reshaping how robotics and automation research is prioritised and applied. Research connecting robotics with digital twin technology, IoT sensor networks, edge AI, collaborative manufacturing ecosystems, and cyber-physical systems is of growing importance. Keith Publications encourages robotics and automation research that addresses these Industry 4.0 themes and demonstrates practical relevance to manufacturing, logistics, or service industry applications.
Tips to Maximise Your Acceptance Chances
- Align your topic with the journal's scope — read the aims and scope carefully before submitting.
- Write a compelling abstract — it's the first thing editors and reviewers read. Make it clear, concise, and keyword-rich.
- Ensure strong methodology — clearly describe your research design, experimental setup, or computational approach.
- Use current and relevant citations — include recent publications (within the last 5 years) alongside seminal engineering works.
- Follow formatting guidelines exactly — non-compliant manuscripts are often desk-rejected without review.
- Present results clearly — use tables, figures, and graphs to communicate quantitative findings effectively.
- State practical implications — explain how your engineering or technology findings can be applied in practice.
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