To maintain scientific integrity and the quality of publications, INDOTERA: Indonesian Dissemination of Engineering and Applied Technology Research Applications enforces a strict plagiarism screening policy for all submitted manuscripts.

Screening Procedure

1. Plagiarism Check
All submitted manuscripts are checked using reliable and up-to-date plagiarism detection software before entering the peer review process.

2. Similarity Index Threshold
Manuscripts with a similarity index above 25%, without proper citations and clear sources, will be immediately rejected or returned to the authors for revision.

3. Handling of Plagiarism Cases
If serious plagiarism is detected—including partial plagiarism, duplication, or data fabrication—the journal reserves the right to reject the manuscript and notify the author(s) of the violation.

4. Consequences of Violations
Authors found guilty of plagiarism may face sanctions, including:

• Permanent rejection of the manuscript

• Notification to their affiliated institutions

• Temporary or permanent ban on submitting future manuscripts to this journal

5. Education and Prevention
The journal is also committed to providing information and guidance on publication ethics to help authors avoid plagiarism and maintain academic integrity.