Author Guidelines

For iMechanica: Journal of Applied Mechanics and Vocational Training, manuscripts must adhere to specific formatting and content requirements. The submission should be written in English, with a minimum of 5,000 words, and formatted as a Word or Rich Text Format (.rtf) file, using 12-point Times New Roman font on A4 paper in a single column. The manuscript must contain original work that contributes to scientific advancement. The structure includes the following sections:

  1. Title: The article title should be concise (12-15 words), informative, and not too complex, avoiding formulas.

  2. Author’s Name: The full name of the author(s) should be listed without academic titles, and for group submissions, complete contact details must be provided.

  3. Affiliation: Each author’s name should include affiliation, postal code, telephone number, and email address.

  4. Abstract: A brief paragraph (150-200 words) summarizing the background, research objectives, methods, results, conclusions, and contributions to science.

  5. Keywords: 3-5 keywords, written alphabetically, to define the scope of the paper.

  6. Introduction: This section should provide the background, importance of the research, a brief literature review, and a clear statement of the research objectives, approximately 1,000 words.

  7. Methods: Detailed methodology, including the materials, equipment, procedures, and data analysis techniques used, should be presented to ensure the work can be replicated.

  8. Results and Discussion: Results should be clearly presented in tables or figures (3-7) and should not be repeated in the text. The discussion should focus on the significance of the findings and their implications.

  9. Conclusion: A concise paragraph summarizing the research findings, contributions to science, and recommendations.

  10. Acknowledgment: Acknowledge contributors and funding sources, specifying the grant number if applicable.

  11. References: References should be formatted in APA style, using tools like Mendeley, EndNote, or Zotero for consistency.

This structured format ensures clarity, scientific rigor, and alignment with the journal’s focus on applied mechanics and vocational training.