Composite Structures

Aims & Scope

The past few decades have seen outstanding advances in the use of composite materials in structural applications.

There can be little doubt that, within engineering circles, composites have revolutionised traditional design concepts and made possible an unparalleled range of new and exciting possibilities as viable materials for construction.

Composite Structures, an International Journal, disseminates knowledge between users, manufacturers, designers and researchers involved in structures or structural components manufactured using composite materials.

The journal publishes papers which contribute to knowledge in the use of composite materials in engineering structures.

Papers deal with design, research and development studies, experimental investigations, theoretical analysis and fabrication techniques relevant to the application of composites in load-bearing components for assemblies, ranging from individual components such as plates and shells to complete composite structures.

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Metrics & Ranking

Impact Factor

Year	Value
2025	7.1

SJR (SCImago Journal Rank)

Year	Value
2024	1.761

Quartile

Year	Value
2024	Q1

h-index

Year	Value
2024	213

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Abstracting & Indexing

Journal is indexed in leading academic databases, ensuring global visibility and accessibility of our peer-reviewed research.

• Scopus
• Google Scholar
• Web of Science

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Subjects & Keywords

Journal’s research areas, covering key disciplines and specialized sub-topics in Engineering and Materials Science, designed to support cutting-edge academic discovery.

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Most Cited Articles

The Most Cited Articles section features the journal's most impactful research, based on citation counts. These articles have been referenced frequently by other researchers, indicating their significant contribution to their respective fields.

• A review on additive manufacturing of polymer-fiber composites

  Citation: 1050

  Authors: Pedram, Dong

• Nonlinear bending of functionally graded carbon nanotube-reinforced composite plates in thermal environments

  Citation: 1041

  Authors: Hui-Shen

• A review of recent research on mechanics of multifunctional composite materials and structures

  Citation: 980

  Authors: Ronald F.

• Models for the elastic deformation of honeycombs

  Citation: 900

  Authors: I.G., K.E.

• Review of advanced composite structures for naval ships and submarines

  Citation: 854

  Authors: A.P, E, P, K

• Polymer composite materials: A comprehensive review

  Citation: 826

  Authors: Rachid, Rajaa, Zakaria, Miloudi, Mohamed, Ahmed

• A critical review of recent research on functionally graded plates

  Citation: 749

  Authors: D.K., Tarun, R.K.

• Fibre reinforced cement-based (FRC) composites after over 40 years of development in building and civil engineering

  Citation: 723

  Authors: Andrzej M.

• A review of mechanical drilling for composite laminates

  Citation: 679

  Authors: DeFu, YongJun, W.L.

• Free and forced vibrations of functionally graded polymer composite plates reinforced with graphene nanoplatelets

  Citation: 640

  Authors: Mitao, Sritawat, Jie

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