Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part P: Journal of Sports Engineering and Technology

Aims & Scope

The Journal of Sports Engineering and Technology is the peer reviewed publication of choice for authors seeking to disseminate original research findings related to the development or application of technology in sports.

High quality output from engineering focused research activity is presented where the objective of the work undertaken was to enhance user performance (fitness, skill, comfort, etc.), reduce incidence and severity of injury, increase participation rates, promote participation, or enhance the spectator experience.

The scope of the journal includes but is not limited to papers focused on: -Equipment used for competition, training, rehabilitation and coaching -Sports equipment related design and innovation (the ideation process, concept creation, embodiment refinement, design for mass manufacture and for sustainability) -The development and validation of instrumentation, processes or software to enhance research activities within sports engineering and technology

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Metrics & Ranking

Impact Factor

Year	Value
2025	1.1
2024	1.10

SJR (SCImago Journal Rank)

Year	Value
2024	0.490

Quartile

Year	Value
2024	Q2

h-index

Year	Value
2024	28

Journal Rank

Year	Value
2024	11790

Journal Citation Indicator

Year	Value
2024	360

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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 Health Professions, 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.

• Ball recovery patterns as a performance indicator in elite soccer

  Citation: 59

  Authors: Daniel, Júlio, Pedro, João, Maria T

• Method analysis of accelerometers and gyroscopes in running gait: A systematic review

  Citation: 38

  Authors: Michelle, Ross, Ian C

• Artificial turf systems for sport surfaces: current knowledge and research needs

  Citation: 36

  Authors: P

• Static and dynamic reliability of WIMU PROâ„¢ accelerometers according to anatomical placement

  Citation: 32

  Authors: Carlos D, Alejandro, Javier, Sergio J, José

• Predictive musculoskeletal simulation using optimal control: effects of added limb mass on energy cost and kinematics of walking and running

  Citation: 32

  Authors: Antonie J, Maarten, Heiko, Berthold

• Comparison of the validity and reliability of local positioning systems against other tracking technologies in team sport: A systematic review

  Citation: 31

  Authors: José, José M, Petrus, Fábio Yuzo, Markel

• The reliability and accuracy of Polar Team Pro GPS units

  Citation: 30

  Authors: Zeki, Mehmet, Filipe Manuel

• Quantitative comparison of Hybrid III and National Operating Committee on Standards for Athletic Equipment headform shape characteristics and implications on football helmet fit

  Citation: 27

  Authors: Bryan R, Anna, Tyler J, Andrew R, Steven, Stefan M

• Reliability and accuracy of helmet-mounted and head-mounted devices used to measure head accelerations

  Citation: 27

  Authors: Brian, David, Thomas M, Larry, Janette J, Douglas, Eric A

• Boat acceleration, temporal structure of the stroke cycle, and effectiveness in rowing

  Citation: 25

  Authors: V

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