U. R. D. Author, E. S. Onetoo

Format Conventions for Tire Society Papers

REFERENCE: U. R. D. Author, E. S. Onetoo, "Format Conventions for Tire Society Papers," submitted for presentation at the 2003 Tire Society meeting, and for consideration for publication in the journal Tire Science and Technology.

ABSTRACT: This document provides an example of the formatting conventions which should be applied when preparing papers for submission to the Tire Society. The abstract length should not exceed 300 words.

KEY WORDS: Give several key words here that best classify the content of your paper.

Generally, manuscripts should follow the format and style conventions of the Society's journal, Tire Science and Technology, as described at the following internet link: (click here). These conventions are embodied in the present document, which is intended to exemplify the desired format. The body of the manuscript starts immediately following the abstract and keywords. No introductory heading is used. Paragraphs in the body of the text should be indented. Manuscripts should use double spacing, and should be printed on one side only.

First Heading

Second Heading

The above heading styles illustrate first and 2^nd level headings.

Units

SI units should be used throughout the text and on the figures. Authors may include other units in parentheses.

Equations

Equations are best entered using the Equation Editor. To create new equations, copy one of the equations given below, paste, then double-click on the new equation to edit. Note that equation numbers can be automatically generated by Word. To update the numbering, selected the equation number and press "F9".

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Copyright Issues

Only papers not previously published will be accepted, and authors must agree not to publish elsewhere a paper submitted to and accepted by the Journal. A Transfer of Copyrights form must accompany manuscripts submitted to the Tire Society. The form can be obtained at the following internet address: click here

Conclusion

Manuscripts should be submitted by the corresponding author in MS Word format (not .PDF) directly via e-mail to the journal Editor, with copies to the program chairmen. The largest file size that can be received in a single email is 5 MB. The current size of this file is 209k. This number can be copied and updated automatically as file size changes (highlight the number and press F9). Files larger than 5 MB must be zipped or broken into a series of smaller files that can be sent separately. Alternatively, the manuscript can be submitted by mail using a floppy diskette. If submitting hardcopies, submit an original copy of the manuscript, including the original set of figures and/or glossy black and white prints, along with three additional complete copies for review purposes. In order to be considered for the Superior Paper Award, manuscripts must be submitted by posted due date.

Acknowledgements

This section is given as a 2^nd level heading after the body of the manuscript.

References

[1] Cando, A. B., Dillard, E. F., "Title of Paper," Journal of Interesting Results, Vol. 21, 1982, pp. 100-150.

[2] Author, U. R. D., This is a Book Title, Publisher, 1982.

List of Tables

TABLE 1 - Note that the table caption is placed above the table, and is centered.

TABLE 2 - A list of all table captions goes on this page.

TABLE 1 - Note that the table caption is
placed above the table, and is centered.

	Column 1	Column 2	Column 3
Rows
1^a	x		a
2^b		2.35	b
3	x	5.24	c
4			d
5	x	6.00	e
6			f
7			g
8			h

^aThis is a footnote.

^bNote that the table caption is placed above the table, and is centered.

List of Figure Captions

FIG. 1 - Note that the figure caption is placed below the figure, and is centered. Note that long captions are justified. Suggestion: Use "Paste Special" to paste the image, using a format that permits you to specify that the image not Float Over Text.

FIG. 2 - Note that figures and tables should be inserted directly into the MS Word paper, and should not be submitted as separate PowerPoint or Excel files. When inserting figures and/or tables, please minimize file size by using the "Paste Special" feature on the "Edit" menu. Paste figures as pictures.

FIG. 3 - A list of all figure captions goes on this page.

FIG. 1 - Note that the figure caption is placed below the figure, and is centered. Note that long captions are justified. Suggestion: Use "Paste Special" (in the Edit menu of MS Word) to paste the image, using a format that permits you to specify that the image not Float Over Text.