Journal of the Korean Society for Aeronautical and Space Sciences

Aims & Scope

This journal is a monthly publication of the Korean Society for Aeronautical and Space Sciences(KSAS).

This multi-disciplinary journal aims to enhance and foster the sciences and technologies on aeronautical and space through the publication of original research papers and review articles disclosing new advancements in theoretical, computational and experimental research.

Topics of interest include all aspects of aerospace science and technology, which include acoustics, aerodynamics and fluid mechanics, structural dynamics and aeroelasticity, structures and materials, flight dynamics, guidance and control, flight simulation and operations, combustion and propulsion, thermomechanics and reacting flows, airworthiness and maintenance, avionics, aerospace telecommunications, space exploration, research instrumentation and facilities, aerospace policy and certification.

The journal also addresses the ground and flight tests of aerospace systems including aircraft, air ship, helicopter, MEMS, missile, satellite, rocket, and UAV.

Papers are selected for publication through a peer review process, and submitted articles are judged on the basis of technical originality, quality of exposition and significance of the results by the editors.

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Metrics & Ranking

Impact Factor

Year	Value
2025	0.3
2024	0.20

SJR (SCImago Journal Rank)

Year	Value
2024	0.200

Quartile

Year	Value
2024	Q4

h-index

Year	Value
2024	5

Journal Rank

Year	Value
2024	21197

Journal Citation Indicator

Year	Value
2024	102

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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, 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.

• An Investigation of Icing Effects on the Aerodynamic Characteristics of KC-100 Aircraft

  Citation: 11

  Authors: Sung-Ki, Chang-Hoon, Sung-Min, Rho-Shin, Tae-Hwan, Hoon-Hwa, Jae-Hong

• Target Tracking Control of a Quadrotor UAV using Vision Sensor

  Citation: 10

  Authors: Min-Goo, Sung-Kyung

• Investigation of Pintle Shape Effect on the Nozzle Performance

  Citation: 10

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• Optimal Earth-Moon Trajectory Design using Constant and Variable Low Thrust

  Citation: 9

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• Development of Korean Preliminary Lunar Mission Design Software

  Citation: 9

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• Application of Combustion Stabilization Devices to Liquid Rocket Engine

  Citation: 8

  Authors: Chae-Hoon, Woo-Seok, Soo-Yong, Young-Mog, Dae-Sung

• Numerical Study on a Reaction Wheel and Wheel-Disturbance Modeling

  Citation: 8

  Authors: Dae-Kwan, Shi-Hwan, Ki-Lyuk, Koon-Ho

• Offshore Wind Resource Assessment around Korean Peninsula by using QuikSCAT Satellite Data

  Citation: 8

  Authors: Jea-Kyung, Byoung-Min, Ki-Wahn, Jun-Shin

• Low Thrust, Fuel Optimal Earth Escape Trajectories Design

  Citation: 8

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• A performance analysis of terrain-aided navigation(TAN) algorithms using interferometric radar altimeter

  Citation: 8

  Authors: Seung-Hwan, Ju-Hong, Min-Gyu, Dae-Young, Chang-Ki, Hyun-Suk, Yoon-Hyung, Hee-Jun, Woong, Kuk-Jin

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