Journal Details
Mechanics Based Design of Structures and Machines
Instructions for Authors
Dr. Steven A. Velinsky
Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
Email: savelinsky@ucdavis.edu.
References. Cite in the text by author and date (Smith, 1983). Prepare reference list in accordance with the APA Publication Manual, 4th ed. Examples:
Journal: Belloy, E., Sayah, A. Gijis, M. A. (2002). Micromachining of glass inertial sensors. Journal of Microelectromechanical Systems 11(1):85–90.
Book: Love, A. E. H. (1944). A Treatise on the Mathematical Theory of Elasticity. New York: Dover Publications, Inc.
Illustrations. Illustrations submitted (line drawings, halftones, photos, photomicrographs, etc.) should be clean originals or digital files. Digital files are recommended for highest quality reproduction and should follow these guidelines:
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300 dpi or higher
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Sized to fit on journal page
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EPS, TIFF, or PSD format only
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Submitted as separate files, not embedded in text files
Color Reproduction. Color illustrations will be considered for publication; however, the author will be required to bear the full cost involved in color art reproduction. Color art can be purchased for online only reproduction or for print + online reproduction. Color reprints can only be ordered if print + online reproduction costs are paid. Rates for color art reproduction are: Online Only Reproduction: $225 for the first page of color; $100 per page for each of the next three pages of color. A maximum charge of $525 applies. Print + Online Reproduction: $900 for the first page of color; $450 per page for each of the next three pages of color. A custom quote will be provided for articles with more than four pages of color. Art not supplied at a minimum of 300 dpi will not be considered for print.
Tables and Figures. Tables and figures (illustrations) should be embedded in the text, but should be included as separate sheets or files. A short descriptive title should appear above each table with a clear legend and any footnotes suitably identified below. All units must be included. Figures should be completely labeled, taking into account necessary size reduction. Captions should be typed, double-spaced, on a separate sheet. All original figures should be clearly marked in pencil on the reverse side with the number, author's name, and top edge indicated.
Proofs. Page proofs are sent to the designated author using Taylor & Francis' EProof system. They must be carefully checked and returned within 48 hours of receipt.
Offprints/Reprints.
Each corresponding author will receive one copy of the issue in which the article appears. Reprints of individual articles area available for order at the time the authors review page proofs. A discount on reprints is available to authors who order before print publication.