At Tuijin Jishu - The Journal of Propulsion Technology, we uphold the highest ethical standards and adopt clear policies to ensure the integrity, transparency, and fairness of our publication process. We are committed to promoting responsible conduct among authors, reviewers, and editors, and we take our role in the dissemination of scientific knowledge seriously. Below are the key ethics and policies that govern our journal:

1. Publication Ethics:

• Plagiarism Detection: Tuijin Jishu employs advanced plagiarism detection software to identify and prevent any instances of plagiarism or academic misconduct. Authors are required to submit original work, and any form of plagiarism will be met with severe consequences, including rejection of the manuscript and a potential ban from future submissions.

• Authorship and Acknowledgments: All individuals who have significantly contributed to the research and manuscript should be listed as authors. Proper acknowledgment of contributions from others who do not meet the criteria for authorship is also required. Authors must ensure that their affiliations and contact details are accurately provided.

• Data Integrity: Authors are responsible for the accuracy and integrity of the data presented in their manuscripts. All data sources should be appropriately cited, and any falsification or manipulation of data is strictly prohibited.

• Conflict of Interest: Authors must disclose any financial or personal relationships that may influence their work. Conflicts of interest, if any, should be declared at the time of manuscript submission.

2. Peer Review Process:

• Objective Review: Tuijin Jishu follows a double-blind peer review process, where both the identities of the authors and reviewers are concealed. This approach ensures an objective and unbiased evaluation of the manuscript.

• Reviewer Confidentiality: Reviewers are expected to treat the manuscripts they review as confidential documents. They should not disclose any information about the manuscript to others without permission from the journal.

• Timely Review: Reviewers are requested to provide timely and constructive feedback to the authors. If reviewers cannot complete their reviews within the specified timeframe, they are encouraged to inform the editorial team promptly.

3. Editorial Decisions:

• Fair and Impartial Decision Making: Editorial decisions are based solely on the manuscript's scientific merit, relevance, and originality. The editorial team ensures that no author's gender, ethnicity, nationality, institutional affiliation, or other irrelevant factors influence the decision-making process.

4. Corrections and Retractions:

• Corrections: If errors or inaccuracies are discovered in published articles, Tuijin Jishu will issue corrections promptly to maintain the integrity of the scientific record.

• Retractions: In cases of serious ethical violations or significant errors in published work, articles may be retracted. Retractions are carried out following established guidelines and procedures.

5. Open Access Policy:

• Tuijin Jishu follows an open-access policy, providing free and unrestricted access to all published articles. This approach promotes the global exchange of knowledge, ensuring that research is accessible to researchers, practitioners, and the general public worldwide.

6. Copyright and Licensing:

• Authors retain the copyright of their published articles, and content is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY). This allows others to distribute, adapt, and build upon the work, provided proper attribution is given to the original authors and the journal.

Tuijin Jishu is committed to fostering a culture of responsible research and ethical publishing. By adhering to these ethics and policies, we aim to maintain the credibility and excellence of our journal while contributing to the advancement of propulsion technology and related disciplines.