About the Journal

SCIENCE, ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY

ISSN: 2744-2527 (Online); ISSN: 2831-1043 (Print)

Science, Engineering and Technology is an open-access journal employing a double-blind peer review process and publishing scholarly research with a primary focus on engineering, applied sciences, advanced technologies and applications. The journal’s scope includes both disciplinary and cross-disciplinary research within its primary areas of focus, including:

Computer Science and ICT
Traffic and Transportation Engineering
Mechanical and Materials Engineering
Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Civil and Structural Engineering
Architecture and Planning
Industrial Engineering and Management
Logistics, Distribution, and Warehousing
Environmental Science and Engineering
Applied Mathematics and Statistics
Engineering and Learning Technologies
Interdisciplinary Applications
Multidisciplinary (SET)

The journal publishes original research articles, review articles, and case studies that contribute to theoretical development, methodological innovation, and practical engineering solutions. Special issues may also include editorial articles that define thematic directions, address emerging challenges, and highlight impactful research trends within engineering and technology-oriented domains.

The journal is committed to the principles of open science, aiming to foster transparent knowledge sharing and broad dissemination of research findings. Through its open-access publishing model, Science, Engineering and Technology supports the global exchange of scientific and technical knowledge and assists researchers in advancing discovery, innovation, and societal impact.

Publisher: O.D. IMS Vogosca
Address: Branilaca Hotonja 190, Vogošća 71 320, Bosnia and Herzegovina
E-mail and URL: info@geoims.com / www.geoims.com

Co-Publisher: University of Sarajevo - Faculty of Traffic and Communications Sarajevo
Address: Zmaja od Bosne 8 (Campus UNSA), Sarajevo 71 000, Bosnia and Herzegovina
E-mail and URL: set.journal@fsk.unsa.ba / www.fsk.unsa.ba

Publication Frequency

The Science, Engineering and Technology journal applies a continuous online publication model (Online First). Articles are published and made publicly available immediately upon completion of the peer review, acceptance, and copy-editing processes. Upon Online First publication, each article is assigned a unique Digital Object Identifier (DOI) and is fully citable and accessible without delay.

At the time of online publication, articles are assigned to a designated volume and issue. Final page numbers are assigned only after the completion of the respective issue, followed by the production of the printed edition, ensuring consistency with standard indexing and archiving practices.

The journal publishes one volume per year, consisting of two issues released biannually in April (Issue No. 1) and October (Issue No. 2). Once final pagination is applied, articles are permanently archived within their respective volume and issue for both online and print editions.

In addition to regular issues, the journal may publish special issues dedicated to specific research themes. These issues are curated by Guest Editors and follow the same rigorous editorial, peer-review, and ethical standards as regular issues. Special issues are published as supplements within the journal’s regular volume structure.

Special Issue Policy

The journal intends to publish special issues in the future to further enrich its scholarly contributions.

Special issues are an integral part of our journal's commitment to disseminating cutting-edge research and fostering academic discourse. These issues consist of a collection of articles centered on a specific theme or topic within the journal's scope. Special issues aim to highlight recent advancements, provide in-depth analyses, and address emerging trends within the chosen subject area. By focusing on specific topics, special issues foster discussion, deepen understanding, and advance knowledge within the scientific community.

Objectives and Benefits of Special Issues are:

Consolidated knowledge: Special Issues serve as comprehensive collections dedicated to a specific topic, bringing together the latest research, emerging methodologies, and key developments across related sub-disciplines or new cross-disciplinary applications.
Focused research and innovation: By concentrating contributions within a defined thematic scope, Special Issues enable deeper scientific exploration, foster collaboration among experts, and stimulate innovation in rapidly evolving research areas.
Promotion of collaboration: Special Issues encourage cooperation among researchers, institutions, and industry partners, facilitating interdisciplinary dialogue and the exchange of ideas.
Highlighting emerging trends: They provide a platform to showcase current advances, novel approaches, and transformative technologies shaping the future of the field.
Enhanced visibility and impact: Thematic collections attract higher readership and citation potential, increasing the visibility of both the contributing authors and the journal.
Support for academic communities: Special Issues help strengthen specific research communities by providing a dedicated venue for sharing results, establishing standards, and identifying future research directions.

Benefits for Authors:

Enhanced visibility: Publication in a focused Special Issue increases readership, discoverability, and citation potential within the journal’s international audience.
High thematic relevance: Authors contribute to a dedicated issue addressing emerging and high-impact topics.
Promotion and outreach: Featured visibility on the journal’s website, social media platforms, and in dedicated promotional campaigns highlighting the Special Issue.
Best Paper Award: Eligible submissions may be considered for the Best Paper of the Special Issue recognition, granted based on scientific quality, originality, and impact. The award includes a digital certificate, public acknowledgment on the journal’s website and social media, and an additional privilege — a 100% APC waiver for one future submission by the corresponding author to a regular issue of the journal.
APC discount: Reduced APC for submissions accepted within the Special Issue, supported by journal sponsorship or institutional partners.
Networking opportunities: Engagement with guest editors, reviewers, and international researchers, fostering future collaborations and joint research initiatives.

Proposal and Procedures

Special issues may be initiated either by members of the Editorial Team or by recognized experts in the field, who may be formally approved to serve as Guest Editors. Each special issue may be led by one or more Guest Editors, depending on its scope and thematic complexity.

Proposals may stem from conferences, workshops, or collaborations among researchers. The process involves:

Proposal Submission:
- Proposals must include a detailed outline of the theme, rationale, and potential contributions.
- Guest Editors are responsible for submitting their proposals via email to: info@setjournal.com.
Evaluation:
- Proposals undergo rigorous evaluation by the Editor-in-Chief to assess their relevance, originality, and contribution to the field.
- The Editor-in-Chief holds the final decision on approving or rejecting proposals.
Call for Articles:
- Upon approval, a call for articles is issued, inviting researchers to submit their work.
Peer Review:
- Submissions are peer-reviewed according to the journal’s standard procedures.
- Articles are selected based on quality and alignment with the special issue's scope.

Guidelines for Proposals

Proposals should maintain a balance between a sufficiently broad scope to attract diverse submissions and a focused thematic direction to ensure coherence and depth. Each proposal must include the following elements:

Special Issue Title: A concise and informative title reflecting the main theme.
Special Issue Section: The journal section or disciplinary area under which the issue will be published.
Abstract / Scope: A brief description outlining the rationale, significance, objectives, and intended audience of the Special Issue.
Keywords and Topics: A comprehensive list of relevant keywords and potential research topics covered by the issue.
Timeline: A suggested schedule indicating key milestones (proposal approval, submission deadline, review period, final publication).
Guest Editors’ Credentials: Academic qualifications, institutional affiliations, and contact details of all proposed Guest Editors.
Potential Authors and Reviewers (optional but encouraged): A preliminary list of researchers who may contribute as authors or reviewers, demonstrating the reach and feasibility of the Special Issue.

Guest Editors: Selection, Responsibilities, and Benefits

Selection of Guest Editors:

Guest Editors are formally appointed by the Editor-in-Chief based on their subject-matter expertise, academic credentials, and demonstrated professional integrity. The selection process ensures that each Guest Editor possesses the qualifications necessary to uphold the journal’s editorial standards and ethical principles.

Minimum qualifications include:

A doctoral degree (Ph.D.) or equivalent in a relevant field.
Proven research expertise demonstrated through publications, project leadership, or recognized contributions to the discipline.
Editorial or peer-review experience, such as serving as a reviewer, editorial board member, or editor for reputable journals or conferences.
Recognition and standing within the academic or professional community, reflected through citations, awards, or institutional affiliations.

Responsibilities:

Guest Editors play a central role in maintaining the scientific quality, integrity, and relevance of the Special Issue. Their primary responsibilities include:

Propose the theme and scope: Propose the topic, objectives, and scope of the Special Issue in alignment with the journal’s overall aims and areas of focus.
Attracting high-quality submissions: Invite and encourage contributions from a diverse range of authors and institutions to ensure the issue reflects global research perspectives.
Supervising the peer review process: Identify and invite qualified independent reviewers and oversee the review workflow in accordance with the journal’s Peer Review Policy, ensuring that each manuscript receives a fair, unbiased, and timely evaluation.
Upholding publication ethics: Support compliance with the journal’s Publication Ethics, by promoting transparency in the editorial process, identifying and disclosing potential conflicts of interest, and adhering to established ethical standards, in coordination with the Editor-in-Chief or a designated Editor.
Enhancing scholarly impact: Collaborate with authors during the review and revision process to improve the clarity, scientific rigor, and overall contribution of the Special Issue.

While Guest Editors may oversee the peer review process and provide recommendations regarding the acceptance or rejection of submissions within a Special Issue, the final editorial decision is made by the Editor-in-Chief or an Editor formally appointed by the Editor-in-Chief.

Responsibility for ethical oversight, conflict of interest management, complaints, and appeals rests with the Editor-in-Chief or an Editor formally appointed by the Editor-in-Chief.

Benefits:

Official recognition: The Guest Editor’s name and affiliation will be featured on the journal’s website, the Special Issue homepage, and in the published volume.
Editorial leadership: Opportunity to define the thematic scope, propose reviewers, and oversee the peer-review process with full support from the editorial office.
Academic visibility: Strengthened academic profile through editorial experience formally recognized in academic promotion and professional evaluation processes.
Networking opportunities: Collaboration with leading researchers, authors, and members of the international editorial board.
Editorial contribution: Option to co-author the Editorial Introduction article for the Special Issue.
Certification: Official Certificate of Guest Editorship issued upon publication of the Special Issue.
APC support: Waiver or discount on APC for one or more submissions selected by the Guest Editor, subject to approval by the Editor-in-Chief.
Additional privilege: A 100% APC waiver for one submission by the Guest Editor to a regular issue of the journal.

Submission Guidelines and Policies

Authors submitting to a special issue must adhere to the journal’s submission policies. All submissions will be managed online via the Open Journal Systems (OJS) platform and undergo rigorous peer review.

In the context of special issues, the journal may include editorial articles authored by the Guest Editors. These contributions are intended to introduce the thematic scope of the issue, articulate its relevance to the broader scholarly discourse, and highlight the motivation behind the selection of included works. As non-research articles, editorials are not subject to external peer review. However, their publication is formally reviewed and approved by the Editor-in-Chief to ensure transparency, academic integrity, and alignment with the journal’s editorial and ethical standards.

All articles submitted to the Special Issue are subject to the same Peer Review Policy and Publication Ethics guidelines as regular submissions.

Additional Notes

Article Count: A Special Issue typically includes 5–20 peer-reviewed articles, accompanied by an editorial introduction authored by the Guest Editors. If fewer than five papers are accepted after peer review, the accepted articles will be published within regular journal issues rather than forming a standalone Special Issue.
Consistency with Journal Policies: The peer review process, publication ethics, open access licensing, copyright, and repository policies for Special Issues are fully consistent with those applied to regular issues of the journal. Any violation of ethical or editorial standards may lead to the cancellation of the Special Issue by the Editor-in-Chief. However, articlesalready accepted for publication will be included in a regular issue, provided that the authors are not responsible for the breach of standards that led to the cancellation.
Timeline: The timeline for the Special Issue will be jointly agreed upon between the Guest Editors and the Editor-in-Chief and clearly communicated on the journal’s website to ensure transparency and predictability for all contributors.

Special issues enable the journal to address emerging trends and foster collaboration across disciplines. By offering a platform for focused research, we aim to advance scholarly discourse and contribute meaningfully to the scientific community.

Copyright & Licensing

Open-access articles in Science, Engineering, and Technology journal are published under CC (Creative Commons) licenses, providing an industry-standard framework to facilitate the easy re-use of open-access material. Authors retain copyright and grant the journal the right of first publication, with the work simultaneously licensed under the CC BY license (Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License). Therefore, the author(s) retain copyright, in accordance with CC BY 4.0, allowing others to share the work with proper acknowledgment of the authorship and initial publication in this journal.

Open Access

Science, Engineering and Technology is an open-access scientific journal dedicated to providing high-quality research freely and openly to readers worldwide. We firmly believe that open access to scientific knowledge fosters collaboration, accelerates research progress, and facilitates the global dissemination of scholarly findings. Consequently, all articles are freely available for reading and reuse upon publication, without any subscription fees or paywalls.

We are committed to promoting open science practices and research transparency. As part of this commitment to advancing scientific knowledge and fostering collaboration, we strongly encourage authors to embrace data sharing and reproducibility.

Registered Open Access Policy: Sherpa/RoMEO
Signed the Budapest Open Access Initiative and DORA Declaration.

Repository Policy

Science, Engineering and Technology supports the principles of open access and encourages authors to disseminate their research widely. Authors are permitted to deposit their work in institutional or subject repositories, on personal or institutional websites, and on scholarly social networking platforms.

Authors may share the published version of record or the accepted manuscript (postprint), in accordance with the journal’s open access and licensing policies. Authors retain copyright to their work and are free to distribute it under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY), provided that proper credit is given to the original authors and the journal.

Archiving

Science, Engineering and Technology is committed to ensuring the long-term accessibility, integrity, and preservation of its scholarly content. This policy addresses journal-level preservation and archiving and complements the Repository Policy, which governs author self-archiving and dissemination.

Print Preservation: The journal’s print content is archived and preserved in the National library of Bosnia and Herzegovina .

Digital Preservation: Articles are archived and preserved through recognized preservation services and repositories, including COBISS.BH, PKP PLN, ZENODO, and other trusted archiving services, while article metadata and full-text links are disseminated through discovery and indexing platforms.

Persistent Identifiers: The journal is a member of Crossref and assigns a unique Digital Object Identifier (DOI) to each published article. DOIs provide permanent and stable links to content, ensuring long-term discoverability and accessibility even if the journal’s website structure or URLs change.

Open Access Archiving: The journal supports open-access archiving to enhance the visibility and dissemination of research outputs and encourages authors to deposit their postprints in appropriate repositories, in accordance with the Repository Policy.

License for Archiving: All published articles are distributed under the Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY), which permits archiving, sharing, and redistribution of content, provided that appropriate credit is given to the authors and the journal.

Abstracting and Indexing: In addition to database indexing, the journal ensures transparent and interoperable dissemination of article-level metadata through standardized mechanisms, including Open Archives Initiative (OAI-PMH Registration Record), RSS and Atom Feeds.

Peer Review

Science, Engineering and Technology journal operates under a double-blind peer review model. All submitted articles undergo a rigorous review process to ensure the high quality of published articles.

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Sustainable Development Goal

The journal is dedicated to supporting the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by actively encouraging authors to contribute research that addresses these vital global objectives. The journal welcomes scholarly work that aligns with categories such as Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure, Sustainable Cities and Communities, Affordable and Clean Energy, among others.

By fostering contributions that advance SDG-related themes, the journal aims to provide a platform for innovative research and practical solutions that support sustainable development. Authors are encouraged to explore and present work that impacts the achievement of the SDGs, creating opportunities for academic collaboration and meaningful progress toward a more sustainable world.

Revenue Sources

The funding model of the Science, Engineering and Technology journal is primarily based on Article Processing Charges (APCs). In addition, we warmly welcome sponsorships and institutional support, which play a crucial role in maintaining open access and high publishing standards. The journal also accepts advertising, presented transparently in a dedicated section of the website as well as in the print edition. All advertisements are reviewed to ensure alignment with the journal’s Sponsorship and Advertising Policy and academic integrity.

Thanks to the generous contributions of our sponsors, the journal is often able to waive APCs and facilitate the publication of selected articles free of charge. Authors are encouraged to consult the Author Guidelines to determine whether APCs for the upcoming issue have been fully or partially covered through sponsorship.

Note: Revenue sources such as APCs and sponsorships do not influence editorial decision-making.

Sponsorship and Advertising

Thanks to the generous contributions of our sponsors, the journal is often able to waive APCs and facilitate the publication of selected articles free of charge. The purpose of this advertising policy is to outline guidelines and requirements for accepting advertisements in the journal.

Advertisements must meet the following criteria:

Advertisements are not related to editorial decisions and are kept separate from published content. Advertisers should not have any influence over the journal's editorial process or content.
Advertisements must be relevant to the journal's target audience and must not compromise its reputation for integrity and academic excellence.
Advertisements promoting tobacco, alcohol, drugs, gambling, adult content, or any illegal activities are strictly prohibited.
Advertisements should not be deceptive, offensive, or misleading.
Any potential conflicts of interest between advertisers and members of the Editorial Team or journal staff will be disclosed and managed appropriately.

The Science, Engineering, and Technology journal reserves the right to decline any advertising content that does not meet these criteria. Therefore, advertisements may be accepted, rejected, or require modifications at the discretion of the Editorial Team. Advertisements will be placed in designated areas of the printed and online issues of the journal, subject to review to ensure compliance with visual standards. Advertising fees will apply based on the type and placement of the advertisement, with all fees communicated to the advertiser upon approval.

Note: We are committed to providing high-quality, peer-reviewed content, and advertising does not influence treview process and editorial decision-making.

For more information or inquiries about advertising opportunities in the Science, Engineering, and Technology journal, please contact [info@setjournal.com].

Online Submission

All article submissions are managed through the Open Journal Systems (OJS), an open-source software application designed for the management and publication of scholarly journals.

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