There's no single, universally standardized format across *all* IEEE publications, as specific formatting instructions may vary slightly depending on the journal, conference, or other publication. However, some general principles and common formats apply:
In-text citation:
* Citations are indicated by bracketed numbers, such as [1], [2, 3], [4–7], etc. These numbers correspond to the entries in the "References" section.
* Place the citation at the end of the sentence or clause to which it refers.
* Multiple citations are listed in ascending numerical order, separated by commas.
* Ranges of citations are indicated using an en dash (–).
References section (bibliography):
This section lists all cited sources in numerical order. The format of each entry depends on the type of source (book, journal article, conference proceeding, website, etc.). Here are some common examples:
* Journal Article:
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[1] A. Author1, B. Author2, and C. Author3, "Title of the article," *Name of the Journal*, vol. x, no. y, pp. z–w, Month Year. DOI or URL if available.
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* Conference Proceedings:
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[2] D. Author4 and E. Author5, "Title of the paper," in *Proceedings of the Conference Name*, City, State, Year, pp. a–b. DOI or URL if available.
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* Book:
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[3] F. Author6, *Book Title*, Edition. City, State: Publisher, Year.
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* Website:
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[4] Organization Name, "Title of Web Page," [Online]. Available: URL [Accessed: Month Day, Year].
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Key features of IEEE format:
* Emphasis on authors and publication details: The focus is on providing enough information to allow readers to easily locate the source.
* Use of italics: Titles of journals and books are usually italicized.
* Concise language: Sentences are kept short and to the point.
* Consistency: All entries in the references section should follow a consistent format.
* DOI and URLs: Including DOIs (Digital Object Identifiers) and URLs when available is strongly encouraged.
Important Considerations:
* Check specific publication guidelines: Before submitting your work, always carefully review the author guidelines provided by the specific journal, conference, or publication where you intend to submit. These guidelines may specify variations in formatting, abbreviations, and acceptable capitalization.
* Use a citation management tool: Tools like Zotero, Mendeley, or EndNote can greatly simplify the process of creating and formatting IEEE citations. These tools can automatically format your citations and bibliography according to the IEEE style guide.
This information provides a general overview. For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always consult the specific guidelines of the publication you're targeting. They often have detailed instructions and examples.