TK TechForum Journal, formerly known as ThyssenKrupp Techforum, is committed to maintaining a peer-review process that is both rigorous and efficient. The journal’s average review period is approximately 10 weeks, allowing sufficient time for careful scholarly evaluation while supporting the timely publication of accepted research.
The editorial process begins immediately after submission. Each manuscript first undergoes an initial editorial screening to assess its relevance to the journal’s aims and scope, completeness of submission, adherence to author guidelines, originality, and basic academic quality. Manuscripts that meet these preliminary requirements are assigned to an appropriate handling editor and then sent to qualified reviewers with relevant subject expertise.
Reviewer selection is managed carefully to ensure independence, avoid conflicts of interest, and support a fair and objective assessment. Reviewers are asked to evaluate the manuscript’s originality, methodological soundness, technical accuracy, clarity, relevance, and contribution to mechanical engineering and related fields. During the review period, the editorial office monitors progress and communicates with reviewers when necessary to reduce avoidable delays.
After the review reports are received, the handling editor evaluates the reviewers’ comments and recommendations and makes an editorial decision in accordance with the journal’s standards of scholarly quality, research integrity, and publication ethics. Authors are informed of the decision promptly and receive constructive comments to guide revision where required.
The journal recognizes the importance of timely dissemination of research. While the average review time is approximately 10 weeks, the actual duration may vary depending on the complexity of the manuscript, reviewer availability, the need for additional expert evaluation, and the extent of revisions required. Accepted manuscripts are published online after completion of editorial approval, copyediting, proofreading, and final production checks.
By balancing careful peer review with an efficient editorial workflow, TK TechForum Journal aims to support authors, maintain trust in the published record, and ensure the timely communication of high-quality research.