Family-tree of bibliometric indices

Standard bibliometric indices were re-defined using a generalized concept of “successful paper”. A family-tree based upon the new definitions provides new insights into the relationships between the standard indices, and empty boxes in the family-tree may inspire design of new indices.

► Generic relationships between known bibliometric indices.
► Arithmetic relationships between known bibliometric indices.
► Special property of the g-index.
► Inspiration for new indices.
► Disadvantage: several important indices cannot be fitted into the family-tree.