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Electrical Engineering Subject Guide

If you are trying to find a journal article for which you have a full citation, the best place to start is the library's Article Finder. Simply enter the article title, journal name, date, author(s), etc. and the Article Finder will search all of the library's holdings and return a link to the article if the library has access to it or a link to request the article by interlibrary loan.

To conduct a literature search, or to search for articles by topic, author, keyword, etc., the library provides a number of research databases. The most relevant databases for electrical engineering are listed below. These are provided only as a guide to help you get started. The interdisciplinary nature of much of today's research means that relevant articles will be found in most of the library's databases regardless of specific subject specialization.

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INSPEC
INSPEC, created by the IEE (Institution of Electrical Engineers), is the leading bibliographic database providing abstracts and indexing to the world's scientific and technical papers in physics, electrical engineering, electronics, communications, control engineering, computing, information technology, manufacturing, production and mechanical engineering. Containing over 8 million records, INSPEC provides coverage from over 3,400 journals, 2,000 conference proceedings as well as numerous books, dissertations and reports. In addition to the core subject areas, INSPEC also provides significant coverage in related disciplines such as materials science, oceanography, nuclear engineering, geophysics, biomedical engineering and many more. Available to registered IIT students, faculty, and staff both on-campus and through remote access.

CSA High Technology Research Database with Aerospace
The CSA High Technology Research Database with Aerospace brings together in one place the most comprehensive bibliographic coverage of research, emerging technologies, applications and companies in the areas of aeronautics, astronautics, computer & information technology, electronics, communications, solid state materials and devices, and space sciences. Everything from theoretical research through practical application is covered. Sources covered include over 3,000 periodicals, conference proceedings, technical reports, trade journal/newsletter items, patents, books, and press releases.

Web of Science
The Web of Science provides seamless access to current and retrospective multidisciplinary information from approximately 8,700 of the most prestigious, high impact research journals in the world. Web of Science also provides a unique search method, cited reference searching. With it, users can navigate forward, backward, and through the literature, searching all disciplines and time spans to uncover all the information relevant to their research. Users can also navigate to electronic full-text journal articles. Available to registered IIT students, faculty, & staff both on-campus and through remote access.

CSA Materials Research Database with METADEX
The CSA Materials Research Database with METADEX brings together in one place the majority of the leading materials science databases, with specialist content on materials science, metallurgy, ceramics, polymers, and composites used in engineering application. Everything from raw materials and refining through processing, welding and fabrication to end uses, corrosion, performance and recycling is covered in depth for all metals, alloys, polymers, ceramics, and composites. Sources covered include over 3,000 periodicals, conference proceedings, technical reports, trade journal/newsletter items, patents, books, and press releases. Available to registered IIT students, faculty, and staff both on-campus and through remote access.

Compendex
Compendex is the definitive bibliographic database of worldwide engineering literature trusted by engineering researchers worldwide. With over ten million records that reference more than 5,600 scholarly journals, trade magazines and conference proceedings, Compendex covers an unmatched breadth and quality of engineering publications. Available to registered IIT students, faculty, and staff both on-campus and through remote access.