At METAL: Jurnal Sistem Mekanik dan Termal, we are committed to promoting open and equitable access to scientific research. To support this mission, the journal operates under a zero APC model, meaning that we do not charge any fees at any stage of the publication process.
1. No Submission Fees
- Authors are not required to pay any fees to submit their manuscripts for consideration.
2. No Article Processing Charges (APC)
- There are no fees for article processing, including peer review, copyediting, proofreading, and publication.
3. No Publication Fees
- Once a manuscript is accepted, it will be published online free of charge, with open access to all readers worldwide.
4. No Hidden Costs
- METAL does not charge for any part of the publication process. Authors will not encounter any unexpected or hidden fees throughout the submission, review, or production phases.
5. Open-Access Commitment
All articles are published under the Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 4.0 International License (CC BY-NC-SA 4.0), ensuring free and unrestricted access for readers while giving authors the freedom to share and disseminate their research.
6. Funding and Support
METAL: Jurnal Sistem Mekanik dan Termal is funded and supported by the Mechanical Engineering Department, Faculty of Engineering, Universitas Andalas, Indonesia. The journal’s sustainable non-commercial open-access model is made possible through institutional funding, ensuring that no financial burden is placed on authors or readers.
7. Benefits of Zero APC
- Accessibility: Researchers from all backgrounds and institutions can publish without financial barriers.
- Inclusivity: METAL encourages submissions from researchers in all regions, including those with limited funding.
- Global Impact: Open access without fees ensures that the research reaches the widest possible audience, increasing visibility and fostering collaboration.
At METAL, our zero APC policy reflects our belief in the importance of inclusive and accessible scientific communication. We are dedicated to fostering a collaborative, open-access environment that supports innovation and the advancement of knowledge in mechanical and thermal engineering.