Aims and Scope of Journal of Fluid Mechanics
The Journal of Fluid Mechanics is a peer-reviewed scientific journal in the field of fluid mechanics. It publishes original work on theoretical, computational, and experimental aspects of the subject.
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CiteScore 

6.8
Eigenfactor 

0.01 - 0.05
Impact Factor 

< 5
Scite Index 

0.94 5-Year SI

SJR 

Q1Mechanical Engineering

SNIP 

1.79
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| Overview | |
| Publisher | CAMBRIDGE UNIV PRESS |
| Language | English |
| Frequency | Continuous publication |
| General Details | |
| Language | English |
| Frequency | Continuous publication |
| Publication Start Year | 1956 |
| Publisher URL | Visit website |
| Website URL | Visit website |
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