Ethics & Policies
Editorial Ethics and Integrity
The Journal of Ballistics, published by Dandao Xuebao, is dedicated to upholding the highest standards of editorial ethics and integrity. Our policies are designed to ensure fairness, transparency, and ethical conduct in all aspects of the publication process.
Authorship and Originality
- Authorship Criteria: Authors should meet the criteria for authorship as outlined in our Author Guidelines.
- Originality: Submitted manuscripts must be original works, and authors are required to appropriately cite and reference prior works.
Plagiarism and Duplicate Submission
- Plagiarism: Plagiarism in any form is strictly prohibited. All submitted manuscripts are subjected to plagiarism checks.
- Duplicate Submission: Manuscripts under consideration by the Journal of Ballistics must not be simultaneously submitted to other publications.
Conflicts of Interest
- Disclosure: Authors, editors, and reviewers are required to disclose any potential conflicts of interest that may influence the research or its evaluation.
Peer Review Process
Our peer review process is essential for maintaining the quality and credibility of the Journal of Ballistics. The following principles guide our peer review policies:
- Double-Blind Review: Manuscripts undergo a double-blind peer review process to ensure impartiality.
- Reviewer Selection: Reviewers are selected based on their expertise and experience in the relevant field.
- Timely Review: We strive to provide timely and constructive feedback to authors.
Open Access and Copyright
The Journal of Ballistics is committed to open access publishing to facilitate the widespread dissemination of knowledge. Authors retain copyright of their work, and articles are published under a Creative Commons license allowing for unrestricted use and distribution.
Data Sharing and Reproducibility
We encourage authors to share data and methods to facilitate transparency and reproducibility of research. Authors are expected to provide access to raw data whenever possible.
Corrections and Retractions
In cases of errors, inaccuracies, or ethical concerns, the Journal of Ballistics follows established procedures for corrections and retractions. Corrections are issued for minor errors, while retractions are reserved for serious ethical breaches or significant inaccuracies.
Manuscript Withdrawal
Authors may request the withdrawal of a manuscript during the review process. Withdrawals are considered if there are valid reasons, such as errors in the submission or changes in authorship.