IEEE TRANSACTIONS ON INDUSTRIAL ELECTRONICS

Preparation of Papers for IEEE Trans on

Industrial Electronics
(Apr. 2021)
First A. Author1, Student Membership, Second B. Author2, Membership,
and Third C. Author3, Membership

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these instructions. Final submissions should include source V. G UIDELINES FOR M ANUSCRIPT P REPARATION
files of your accepted manuscript, high quality graphic files, A general IEEE style guide is available at https://
and a formatted PDF file. If you have any questions regarding ieeeauthorcenter.ieee.org/.
the final submission process, please contact the administrative
contact for the journal.
A. Abbreviations and Acronyms
A. Final files: Define abbreviations and acronyms the first time they are
used in the text, even after they have already been defined in
1) A source file of your manuscript in either Microsoft Word
the abstract. Abbreviations such as IEEE, SI, ac, and dc do
or LaTeX. Save the document as TXT xx-TIE-xxxx.doc
not have to be defined. Abbreviations that incorporate periods
(Word file) or TXT xx-TIE-xxxx.tex (LaTeX project).
should not have spaces: write “C.N.R.S.,” not “C. N. R. S.” Do
2) A publication-ready PDF of the manuscript which will
not use abbreviations in the title unless they are unavoidable
appear as Early Access article on IEEE Xplore. The
(for example, “IEEE” in the title of this article).
publication-ready PDF must match the source file. This
PDF file must be made following all IEEE and TIE
guide styles. When printing to PDF from Word in printer B. Other Recommendations
properties, select “Press Quality” instead of “Standard” so Use one space after periods and colons. Hyphenate complex
the file meets IEEE Xplore requirements. Name this file as modifiers: “zero-field-cooled magnetization.” Avoid dangling
ALL xx-TIE-xxxx.pdf. participles, such as, “Using (1), the potential was calculated.”
3) If applicable, all supplemental material such as multimedia [It is not clear who or what used (1).] Write instead, “The
or graphical abstract. potential was calculated by using (1),” or “Using (1), we
4) If the figures are not embedded into the text, then save all calculated the potential.”
your figures in one or several documents. FIG1 xx-TIE- Use a zero before decimal points: “0.25,” not “.25.” Use
xxxx.ext. Proper extensions are PS, EPS, TIFF, Microsoft “cm3,” not “cc.” Indicate sample dimensions as “0.1 cm x 0.2
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cm,” not “0.1 x 0.2 cm2.” The abbreviation for “seconds” is

“s,” not “sec.” Use “Wb/m2” or “webers per square meter,”
not “webers/m2.” When expressing a range of values, write “7
to 9” or “7-9,” not “7 9.”.

VI. M ATHS
If you are using Word, use either the Microsoft Equation
Editor or the MathType add-on (http://www.mathtype.com) for
equations in your paper (Insert — Object — Create New —
Microsoft Equation or MathType Equation). “Float over text”
should not be selected.

A. Equations
Number equations consecutively with equation numbers in
parentheses flush with the right margin, as in (1). First use
the equation editor to create the equation. Then select the Fig. 1. Magnetization as a function of applied field. Note that “Fig.” is
“Equation” markup style. Press the tab key and write the abbreviated. There is a period after the figure number, followed by two
spaces. It is good practice to explain the significance of the figure in the
equation number in parentheses. To make your equations more caption.
compact, you may use the solidus ( / ), the exp function, or
appropriate exponents. Use parentheses to avoid ambiguities
in denominators. Punctuate equations when they are part of a Such figures may include photographs, illustrations, multi-
sentence, as in color graphs, and flowcharts.
Z Figures that are composed of only black lines and shapes.
r2
F (r, ϕ)dr dϕ = [σr2 /(2µ0 )] These figures should have no shades or half-tones of gray.
Only black and white.
0 Z ∞
Head and shoulders shots of authors which appear at the
exp(−λ|zj − zi |)λ−1 J1 (λr2 )J0 (λri )dλ. (1)
0 end of our papers. Data charts which are typically black and
Be sure that the symbols in your equation have been defined white, but sometimes include color.
before the equation appears or immediately following. Italicize
symbols (T might refer to temperature, but T is the unit tesla).
Refer to “(1),” not “Eq. (1)” or “equation (1),” except at the B. Multipart figures
beginning of a sentence: “Equation (1) is ...” . Figures compiled of more than one sub-figure presented
side-by-side, or stacked. If a multipart figure is made up
VII. U NITS of multiple figure types (one part is lineart, and another
Use either SI (MKS) or CGS as primary units. (SI units are is grayscale or color) the figure should meet the stricter
strongly encouraged.) English units may be used as secondary guidelines.
units (in parentheses). This applies to papers in data storage.
For example, write “15 Gb/cm2 (100 Gb/in2).” An exception
is when English units are used as identifiers in trade, such C. File Formats For Graphics
as “3 21 -in disk drive.” Avoid combining SI and CGS units,
such as current in amperes and magnetic field in oersteds. Format and save your graphics using a suitable graphics
This often leads to confusion because equations do not balance processing program that will allow you to create the images
dimensionally. If you must use mixed units, clearly state the as PostScript (PS), Encapsulated PostScript (.EPS), Tagged
units for each quantity in an equation. Image File Format (.TIFF), Portable Document Format (.PDF),
The SI unit for magnetic field strength H is A/m. However, or Portable Network Graphics (.PNG) sizes them, and adjusts
if you wish to use units of T, either refer to magnetic flux the resolution settings. If you created your source files in
density B or magnetic field strength symbolized as µ0H. Use one of the following programs you will be able to submit
the center dot to separate compound units, e.g., “A·m2.” the graphics without converting to a PS, EPS, TIFF, PDF, or
PNG file: Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, or Microsoft
Excel. Though it is not required, it is recommended that these
VIII. G UIDELINES FOR G RAPHICS P REPARATION AND
files be saved in PDF format rather than DOC, XLS, or PPT.
S UBMISSION
Doing so will protect your figures from common font and
A. Types of Graphics arrow stroke issues that occur when working on the files across
The following list outlines the different types of graphics multiple platforms. When submitting your final paper, your
published in IEEE journals. They are categorized based on graphics should all be submitted individually in one of these
their construction, and use of color / shades of gray. formats along with the manuscript.
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TABLE I purposes, the three main color spaces are Grayscale, RGB
U NITS FOR M AGNETIC P ROPERTIES (red/green/blue) and CMYK (cyan/magenta/yellow/black).
RGB is generally used with on-screen graphics, whereas
Symbol Quantity Conversion from Gaussian and
CGS EMU to SI a CMYK is used for printing purposes.
Φ magnetic flux 1M x → 108 W b = 108 V · s All color figures should be generated in RGB or CMYK
B magnetic flux density, 1G → 104 T = 104 W b/m2 color space. Grayscale images should be submitted in
magnetic induction
H magnetic field strength 1Oe → 103 /(4π)A/m Grayscale color space. Line art may be provided in grayscale
m magnetic moment 1erg/G = 1emu OR bitmap colorspace. Note that “bitmap colorspace” and
→ 103 A · m2 = 103 J/T
M magnetization 1erg/(G · cm3 ) = 1emu/cm3 “bitmap file format” are not the same thing. When bitmap
→ 103 A/m color space is selected, .TIF/.TIFF is the recommended file
4πM magnetization 1G → 103 /(4π)A/m
format.
σ specific magnetization 1erg/(G · g) = 1emu/g → 1A · m2 /kg
j magnetic dipole 1erg/G = 1emu
moment → 4π × 1010 W b · m
H. Accepted Fonts Within Figures
J magnetic polarization 1erg/(G · cm3 ) = 1emu/cm3
→ 4π × 104 T When preparing your graphics IEEE suggests that you use
χκ susceptibility 1 → 4π
χ mass susceptibility 1cm3 /g → 4π × 103 m3 /kg
of one of the following Open Type fonts: Times New Roman,
µ permeability 1 → 4π × 107 H/m Helvetica, Arial, Cambria, and Symbol. If you are supplying
= 4π × 107 W b/(A · m) EPS, PS, or PDF files all fonts must be embedded. Some fonts
µr relative permeability µ → µr
may only be native to your operating system; without the fonts
ω, W energy density 1erg/cm3 → 101 J/m3
N, D demagnetizing factor 1 → 1/(4π)
embedded, parts of the graphic may be distorted or missing.
A safe option when finalizing your figures is to strip out the
fonts before you save the files, creating “outline” type. This
converts fonts to artwork what will appear uniformly on any
D. Sizing of Graphics
screen.
Most charts, graphs, and tables are one column wide (3.5
inches / 88 millimeters / 21 picas) or page wide (7.16 inches /
I. Using Labels Within Figures
181 millimeters / 43 picas). The maximum depth a graphic can
be is 8.5 inches (216 millimeters / 54 picas). When choosing 1) Figure Axis labels
the depth of a graphic, please allow space for a caption. Figure axis labels are often a source of confusion. Use
Figures can be sized between column and page widths if the words rather than symbols. As an example, write the label
author chooses, however it is recommended that figures are “Magnetization,” or “Magnetization M,” not just “M.”
not sized less than column width unless when necessary. Put units in parentheses. Do not label axes only with
There is currently one publication with column measure- units. As in Fig. 1, for example, write “Magnetization
ments that don’t coincide with those listed above. PROCEED- (A/m)” or “Magnetization (A m1),” not just “A/m.” Do
INGS OF THE IEEE has a column measurement of 3.25 not label axes with a ratio of quantities and units. For
inches (82.5 millimeters / 19.5 picas). example, write “Temperature (K),” not “Temperature/K.”.
The final printed size of author photographs is exactly 1 inch Multipliers can be especially confusing. Write “Magne-
wide by 1.25 inches tall (25.4 millimeters x 31.75 millimeters tization (kA/m)” or “Magnetization (103 A/m).” Do not
/ 6 picas x 7.5 picas). Author photos printed in editorials write “Magnetization (A/m) x 1000” because the reader
measure 1.59 inches wide by 2 inches tall (40 millimeters would not know whether the top axis label in Fig. 1 meant
x 50 millimeters / 9.5 picas x 12 picas). 16000 A/m or 0.016 A/m. Figure labels should be legible,
approximately 8 to 10 point type.
E. Resolution 2) Subfigure Labels in Multipart Figures and Tables
Multipart figures should be combined and labeled before
The proper resolution of your figures will depend on the
final submission. Labels should appear centered below
type of figure it is as defined in the “Types of Figures” section.
each subfigure in 8 point Times New Roman font in the
Author photographs, color, and grayscale figures should be at
format of (a) (b) (c).
least 300dpi. Lineart, including tables should be a minimum
of 600dpi.
J. Referencing a Figure or Table Within Your Paper
F. Vector Art When referencing your figures and tables within your paper,
While IEEE does accept, and even recommends that authors use the abbreviation “Fig.” even at the beginning of a sentence.
submit artwork in vector format, it is our policy is to rasterize Do not abbreviate “Table.” Tables should be numbered with
all figures for publication. This is done in order to preserve Roman Numerals.
the figures’ integrity across multiple computer platforms.
K. Checking Your Figures: The IEEE Graphics Checker
G. Color Space The IEEE Graphics Checker Tool enables authors to pre-
The term color space refers to the entire sum of colors screen their graphics for compliance with IEEE Transactions
that can be represented within the said medium. For our and Journals standards before submission. The online tool,
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located at http://graphicsqc.ieee.org/, allows authors to upload R EFERENCES AND F OOTNOTES

their graphics in order to check that each file is the correct
A. References
file format, resolution, size and colorspace; that no fonts are
missing or corrupt; that figures are not compiled in layers or References need to be cited in text. Put the number on
have transparency, and that they are named according to the the line, in square brackets inside the punctuation. Multiple
IEEE Transactions and Journals naming convention. At the references are each numbered with separate brackets. When
end of this automated process, authors are provided with a citing a section in a book, please give the relevant page
detailed report on each graphic within the web applet, as well numbers. In text, refer simply to the reference number. Do
as by email. not use “Ref.” or “reference” except at the beginning of
For more information on using the Graphics Checker Tool a sentence: “Reference [#] shows ... .” Please do not use
or any other graphics related topic, contact the IEEE Graphics automatic endnotes in Word, rather, type the reference list at
Help Desk by e-mail at [email protected]. the end of the paper using the “References” style.
Reference numbers are set flush left and form a column of
L. Submitting Your Graphics their own, hanging out beyond the body of the reference. The
reference numbers are on the line, enclosed in square brackets.
Because IEEE will do the final formatting of your paper, In all references, the given name of the author or editor is
you do not need to position figures and tables at the top and abbreviated to the initial only and precedes the last name. Use
bottom of each column. In fact, all figures, figure captions, and them all; use et al. exceptionally if more than 6 author names
tables can be placed at the end of your paper. In addition to, or were listed. Use commas around Jr., Sr., and III in names. Ab-
even in lieu of submitting figures within your final manuscript, breviate conference titles [1]. When citing journals [2]–[11],
figures should be submitted individually, separate from the provide the issue number, page range, volume number, DOI,
manuscript in one of the file formats listed above in section year, and/or month if available. When referencing a patent
VI-J. Place figure captions below the figures; place table titles [12], provide the day and the month of issue, or application.
above the tables. Please do not include captions as part of the References may not include all information; please obtain
figures, or put them in “text boxes” linked to the figures. Also, and include relevant information. Do not combine references.
do not place borders around the outside of your figures. There must be only one reference with each number. If there
is a URL included with the print reference, it can be included
M. Color Processing / Printing in IEEE Journals at the end of the reference [13].
All IEEE Transactions, Journals, and Letters allow an author Authors are encouraged to include the DOI number for each
to publish color figures on IEEE Xplore R at no charge, and reference. It’s the most important part of the reference. The
automatically convert them to grayscale for print versions. In DOI is like a digital fingerprint and it’s used to identify the
most journals, figures and tables may alternatively be printed article without mistakes.
in color if an author chooses to do so. Please note that this Other than books [14]–[17], capitalize only the first word
service comes at an extra expense to the author. If you intend in a paper title, except for proper nouns and element symbols.
to have print color graphics, include a note with your final For papers published in translation journals, please give the
paper indicating which figures or tables you would like to be English citation first, followed by the original foreign-language
handled that way, and stating that you are willing to pay the citation See the end of this document for formats and examples
additional fee. of common references. For a complete discussion of references
and their formats, see “The IEEE Style Manual,” available as
IX. C ONCLUSION a PDF link off the Author Digital Toolbox main page.
A conclusion section is not required. Although a conclusion
may review the main points of the paper, do not replicate the B. Footnotes
abstract as the conclusion. A conclusion might elaborate on the
Number footnotes separately in superscripts (Insert — Foot-
importance of the work or suggest applications and extensions.
note).1 Place the actual footnote at the bottom of the column
in which it is cited; do not put footnotes in the reference list
A PPENDIX (endnotes). Use letters for table footnotes (see Table I).
Appendixes, if needed, appear before the acknowledgment.
X. E DITORIAL P OLICY
ACKNOWLEDGMENT
The preferred spelling of the word “acknowledgment” in Do not submit a reworked version of a paper you have
American English is without an “e” after the “g.” Use the submitted or published elsewhere. Do not publish “prelimi-
singular heading even if you have many acknowledgments. nary” data or results. The submitting author is responsible for
Avoid expressions such as “One of us (S.B.A.) would like obtaining agreement of all coauthors and any consent required
to thank ... .” Instead, write “F. A. Author thanks ... .” In from sponsors before submitting a paper.
most cases, sponsor and financial support acknowledgments 1 It is recommended that footnotes be avoided (except for the unnum-
are placed in the unnumbered footnote on the first page, not bered footnote with the receipt date on the first page). Instead, try to
here. integrate the footnote information into the text.
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The IEEE Transactions and Journals Department does not [3] F. N. Author1, “The title of the article,” Journal title, vol. 56,
publish conference records or proceedings. The department DOI XX/XXXX/ZZZ.XXXX.XXXXXXX, no. 2, pp. 581–588, Feb.
2009.
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Authors of rejected papers may revise and resubmit them as article,” Journal title, vol. 15, DOI XX/XXXX/ZZ.XXXX.XXXXXXX,
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2012.
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in City, Country. He received the M. and SM.
the person (he or she) and not the author’s
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University of City, Country in 1999, 2004 and
including similar information to the previous au-
2009 respectively.
thor, including military, work experience, and
The second paragraph uses the pronoun of
other jobs. Job titles are capitalized. The current
the person (he or she) and not the author’s
job must have a location; previous positions may
last name. It lists military and work experience,
be listed without one. Information concerning previous publications may
including similar information to the previous au-
be included.
thor, including military, work experience, and
The third paragraph begins with the author’s title and last name
other jobs.
(e.g., Dr. Smith, Prof. Jones, Mr. Kajor, Ms. Hunter), including similar
The third paragraph begins with the author’s title and last name
information to the previous author, including the list of any awards and
(e.g., Dr. Smith, Prof. Jones, Mr. Kajor, Ms. Hunter), including similar
work for IEEE committees and publications. The photograph is placed
information to the previous author, including the list of any awards and
at the top left of the biography. Personal hobbies will be deleted from the
work for IEEE committees and publications. The photograph is placed
biography.
at the top left of the biography. Personal hobbies will be deleted from the
biography.