About the Journal
Research & Development Journal of The South African Institution of Mechanical Engineering - R&D Journal (SAIMechE)
History of the R&D Journal
‘Scientia Progredimur’– By Knowledge, We Advance.
SAIMechE is the senior body representing the discipline of mechanical engineering in South Africa. It covers all fields of application, including automobile, energy generation, process engineering, heavy manufacturing, design, management, research, mining, and education. The R&D Journal covers the full spectrum of South African mechanical engineering research, both academic and industrial. The journal is supported by leading South African academics and aims to constructively promote such research and its proponents.
The R&D Journal is a peer-reviewed engineering science journal first published in 1985. The Journal is fully accredited as a subsidised research journal with the South African State Department of Higher Education.
Aim and Scope
The R&D Journal aims to advance the field of Mechanical and Mechatronic Engineering by publishing high-quality, peer-reviewed research. The journal serves as a platform for disseminating innovative and impactful research findings, fostering the exchange of knowledge and ideas among researchers, practitioners, and industry professionals.
The journal welcomes original research articles and advanced applications (case studies) that contribute to the understanding and advancement of Mechanical and Mechatronic Engineering, particularly in a South African context. Topics of interest include, but are not limited to:
- Advanced manufacturing processes and technologies
- Computational mechanics and simulations
- Materials science and engineering
- Energy systems and sustainability
- Biomechanics and biomedical engineering
- Mechatronic systems and applications
- Design and optimisation of mechanical systems
- Fluid dynamics and thermal sciences
- Robotics and automation
- Control systems and instrumentation
The journal encourages submissions that explore new methodologies, present experimental and theoretical advancements, and demonstrate practical applications in the field. The journal aims to bridge the gap between research and practice by providing a comprehensive and inclusive platform, contributing to developing innovative solutions to engineering challenges.
Contact details for the R&D Journal can be found under the 'Editorial Team', tab.
