Peer Review Policy

Peer Review Policy

The International Journal of Engineering Research in Robotic Intelligence (IJERRI) is committed to maintaining the highest standards of academic quality, research integrity, transparency, and ethical publishing. To ensure the publication of scientifically sound and original research, all submitted manuscripts undergo a rigorous and impartial peer review process conducted by qualified experts in relevant disciplines.

The peer review process serves as a critical quality assurance mechanism that helps evaluate the originality, validity, significance, and scholarly contribution of submitted research before publication.

1. Type of Peer Review

IJERRI follows a Double-Blind Peer Review system designed to promote fairness, objectivity, and impartiality throughout the evaluation process.

Under this model:

  • The identities of authors are concealed from reviewers.
  • The identities of reviewers are concealed from authors.
  • Reviewers evaluate manuscripts solely on academic merit and scientific quality.
  • Personal, institutional, geographic, or professional biases are minimized.

This approach ensures an independent and unbiased assessment of all submitted manuscripts.

2. Initial Editorial Screening

Upon submission, each manuscript undergoes a preliminary assessment conducted by the Editorial Office and Editorial Board.

The purpose of this screening is to determine whether the manuscript:

  • Falls within the scope of IJERRI.
  • Addresses topics related to robotics, artificial intelligence, intelligent systems, engineering innovation, automation, machine learning, and emerging technologies.
  • Complies with the journal's formatting and submission requirements.
  • Meets minimum standards of academic quality and clarity.
  • Demonstrates originality and scholarly significance.
  • Adheres to ethical publishing standards.

During this stage, manuscripts may also be screened using plagiarism detection software.

Manuscripts that fail to satisfy these requirements may be rejected without external peer review.

3. Reviewer Assignment

Manuscripts that successfully pass the initial editorial screening are assigned to at least two independent expert reviewers possessing relevant expertise in the manuscript's subject area.

Reviewers are selected based on:

  • Academic qualifications and credentials.
  • Research and publication experience.
  • Subject-specific expertise.
  • Previous peer-review performance.
  • Professional reputation and scholarly contributions.

The journal strives to select reviewers from diverse institutions and geographical regions whenever possible to ensure balanced evaluations.

4. Review Criteria

Reviewers are requested to evaluate manuscripts according to several academic and technical parameters, including:

Originality and Innovation

  • Novelty of research contributions.
  • Advancement of existing knowledge.
  • Innovation in methodologies, models, or applications.

Scientific and Technical Quality

  • Soundness of research design.
  • Appropriateness of methodology.
  • Validity of theoretical framework.
  • Technical accuracy and reliability.

Research Objectives

  • Clarity of research questions and objectives.
  • Alignment between objectives, methods, and findings.

Data Analysis and Interpretation

  • Quality of data collection and analysis.
  • Appropriateness of statistical techniques.
  • Interpretation of results.
  • Reliability and reproducibility of findings.

Relevance and Contribution

  • Relevance to robotics and intelligent systems.
  • Significance for engineering research and practice.
  • Potential impact on academia, industry, and society.

Presentation and Organization

  • Structure and logical flow.
  • Quality of writing and language.
  • Use of figures, tables, and references.
  • Compliance with academic standards.

5. Review Outcomes and Editorial Decisions

Following the completion of peer review, reviewers submit detailed comments and recommendations to the editorial team.

Based on reviewer evaluations, the editorial decision may be one of the following:

Accept without Revision

The manuscript is suitable for publication in its current form.

Accept with Minor Revisions

Minor modifications are required before publication.

Major Revisions Required

Substantial revisions are necessary, and the revised manuscript may undergo further review.

Reject

The manuscript does not meet the journal's quality, relevance, originality, or methodological standards.

Authors receiving revision requests are required to:

  • Address all reviewer comments carefully.
  • Submit a revised manuscript.
  • Provide a detailed response letter explaining how each comment has been addressed.

Failure to adequately address reviewer concerns may result in rejection.

6. Confidentiality

The peer review process is conducted under strict confidentiality.

Reviewers, editors, and editorial staff must:

  • Treat all submitted manuscripts as confidential documents.
  • Refrain from sharing manuscript content with unauthorized individuals.
  • Avoid discussing unpublished research outside the review process.
  • Protect the intellectual property rights of authors.

Reviewers are prohibited from using unpublished information, ideas, data, or findings for personal, academic, or commercial advantage.

7. Conflict of Interest Policy

To maintain the integrity and credibility of the review process, reviewers and editors must disclose any actual or potential conflicts of interest.

Conflicts may arise from:

  • Personal relationships with authors.
  • Academic collaborations.
  • Institutional affiliations.
  • Financial interests.
  • Competitive or professional relationships.

If a conflict of interest exists, the reviewer or editor must recuse themselves from the evaluation process, and an alternative reviewer will be appointed.

8. Ethical Standards and Research Integrity

IJERRI adheres to internationally recognized principles of publication ethics and research integrity.

During peer review, manuscripts are evaluated for potential ethical concerns, including:

  • Plagiarism.
  • Self-plagiarism.
  • Data fabrication.
  • Data falsification.
  • Duplicate publication.
  • Redundant publication.
  • Image manipulation.
  • Improper citation practices.
  • Unethical research conduct.

Any suspected ethical violations will be investigated according to the journal's ethical policies and may result in rejection, correction, retraction, or notification of relevant institutions.

9. Review Timeline

The International Journal of Engineering Research in Robotic Intelligence (IJERRI) strives to provide a timely and efficient review process while maintaining rigorous quality standards.

Typical timelines are:

Stage

Estimated Duration

Initial Editorial Screening

3–7 Days

Reviewer Assignment

2–5 Days

Peer Review Process

2–4 Weeks

Author Revision Period

1–3 Weeks

Final Editorial Decision

3–7 Days

Online Publication

After Final Acceptance

Actual review times may vary depending on reviewer availability, manuscript complexity, and revision requirements.

10. Final Publication Decision

The final decision regarding publication rests exclusively with the:

  • Editor-in-Chief
  • Managing Editor
  • Editorial Board

Editorial decisions are based upon:

  • Reviewer recommendations.
  • Scientific merit of the manuscript.
  • Relevance to the journal's scope.
  • Compliance with ethical standards.
  • Overall contribution to knowledge and practice.

The journal reserves the right to accept, reject, or request additional revisions regardless of reviewer recommendations when necessary to maintain publication quality and integrity.

Commitment to Excellence

Through its rigorous double-blind peer review process, IJERRI seeks to publish high-quality, innovative, and impactful research that contributes to advancements in:

  • Robotics Engineering
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Intelligent Systems
  • Automation Technologies
  • Machine Learning
  • Computer Vision
  • Smart Manufacturing
  • Emerging Engineering Technologies

The journal remains committed to fostering scientific excellence, ethical publishing, and the global dissemination of knowledge.

Editorial Office
International Journal of Engineering Research in Robotic Intelligence (IJERRI)
Publisher: Wissira Research Lab LLC
Carmel, Indiana, United States – 46074
Email: editor@wissira.us
Website: https://ijerri.org