About the Journal

The Voice of Azerbaijan Engineers (TVAE) is an open-access, peer-reviewed journal published by the Azerbaijan Engineers Union. TVAE provides a platform for disseminating high-quality engineering research and practice-oriented knowledge relevant to Azerbaijan and the wider region. The journal welcomes contributions from academia, industry, and professional engineering communities.

Focus and Scope

TVAE publishes original research articles, review papers, technical notes, and applied case studies across major engineering disciplines, including (but not limited to): mechanical engineering, civil engineering, electrical and electronics engineering, energy engineering, automation and robotics, materials and manufacturing, environmental engineering, and interdisciplinary engineering innovations. Submissions should demonstrate clear methodology, practical relevance, and compliance with research and publication ethics.

Open Access Policy

TVAE operates under an Open Access model. All published articles are freely available online to readers without subscription barriers.

Copyright and Licensing

All material is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) licence, unless otherwise stated. Authors retain copyright to their work, while granting the journal the right of first publication and distribution under CC BY 4.0. Third-party materials (figures, tables, images) must be properly credited and used with permission where required.

Peer Review

All submissions are assessed through a structured editorial process and double-blind peer review. The Editor-in-Chief makes the final decision based on editorial assessment and reviewer recommendations.

History of the Journal

The Voice of Azerbaijan Engineers (TVAE) was established by the Azerbaijan Engineers Union to strengthen the visibility of engineering research, professional practice, and applied innovations in Azerbaijan. The journal’s first issue was officially presented to readers on September 16, 2023, alongside an open call for article submissions to support regular publication.

From its early stage, TVAE expanded its editorial agenda through thematic content, including a special issue focused on ecology, reflecting the journal’s interest in engineering’s role in sustainability and environmental challenges.

Privacy Statement

Personal data provided to the journal (e.g., names, emails, affiliations) is used solely for editorial and publishing purposes (submission handling, peer review, publication, and indexing) and will not be shared for commercial use. Access to personal data is limited to authorized editorial staff and service providers necessary for journal operations.

Archiving and Preservation (LOCKSS/CLOCKSS)

TVAE is committed to long-term digital preservation of its content. The journal’s archiving and preservation arrangements include planned participation in recognized preservation systems such as LOCKSS/CLOCKSS and/or the PKP Preservation Network, subject to eligibility and technical implementation. Updates on preservation status will be published on the journal website.

Publication frequency: Quarterly (4 issues per year)