A lightning location system (LLS) is designed to determine the location or estimate of lightning strikes more accurately. This is essential for mapping areas with high lightning strike intensity, which can serve as a reference for determining protection on specific objects and minimizing losses to both inanimate objects and living beings. This study aims to test the consistency of the interfero…
This research aims to classify lightning recording data obtained in the Palembang region in January 2020 using the K-Nearest Neighbor (KNN) algorithm implemented in the Python programming language. The raw data, initially in psdata format, was converted to Comma Separated Values (CSV) format to facilitate analysis. From a total of 12,908 lightning recordings, the classification process successf…
This study aims to design a steering control system for an Autonomous Electric Vehicle (AEV) using the Improved Swerve Drive method based on the PID algorithm through a quantitative approach involving small-scale prototype testing. The research is motivated by issues such as limited maneuverability in narrow spaces, the complexity of the swerve drive system, and low steering angle precision. By…
This study aims to design a website-based system for managing product catalogs and orders for micro-enterprises, using Warung Layyan as a case study. The main issue lies in manual stock, order, and delivery processes, which are inefficient and prone to errors. To address this, a User-Centered Design (UCD) approach was applied, emphasizing user needs throughout system development. The process in…
The demand for energy increases along with technological development and population growth. Electrical energy has become a primary necessity, yet it still largely relies on non-renewable fossil fuels. Wind energy is one of the environmentally friendly renewable sources with great development potential. The Darrieus-type wind turbine is a vertical-axis turbine capable of operating at low wind sp…
Pertanian merupakan sektor vital dalam perekonomian Indonesia yang rentan terhadap gangguan hama, seperti serangga, tikus, dan ulat. Oleh karena itu, diperlukan solusi alternatif yang ramah lingkungan dan berkelanjutan. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk merancang dan membangun alat pembasmi hama otomatis berbasis mikrokontroler Arduino Uno yang menggunakan energi dari Pembangkit Listrik Tenaga Sur…
This study aims to design and implement a hybrid Solar Power Plant (PLTS) system as an energy source for a quail egg incubator based on the Internet of Things (IoT). The system was developed to address the limited electricity supply in remote areas and to ensure stable temperature and optimal humidity levels, which are crucial for the egg incubation process. The main components of the system in…
Energy sources such as solar offer great potential as an environmentally friendly and sustainable alternative. The main purpose of solar panel coolers is to reduce the operational temperature of the panels, prevent reduced efficiency due to overheating, and extend the life of the solar panels themselves. This research explores the potential of coconut fiber as a passive coolant in solar panels.…
Renewable energy power plants are technologies that can overcome the problem of energy crises in every country such as solar power plants that can be used if the PLN supply is cut off. The need for an Automatic Transfer Switch circuit to detect and divert resources from PLN to other resources and the need for a Time Delay to keep components from being damaged if sometimes PLN has a momentary bl…
Electricity is an important aspect in human life that is increasing with the development of technology and population growth. PT. PLN UP2D S2JB is responsible for regulating the distribution of electricity in the South Sumatra, Jambi, and Bengkulu regions. The use of VRLA batteries in the PLN electricity network plays a role in maintaining the reliability and operational stability of the LBS du…
This study compares the power output between a static Solar Power Generation System (PLTS) and a PLTS with a dual-axis solar tracker equipped with an Internet of Things (IoT)-based monitoring system using the Blynk application. The research was conducted over 10 days at Sriwijaya University Bukit Campus using two 20 Wp monocrystalline solar panels. Each system was integrated with an ESP32 micro…
Perancangan Printer Otomatis Tenaga Surya adalah perancangan printer yang dirancang secara otomatis dengan menggunakan Mikrokontroller ATMega8535, Sensor Proximity, 3 Buah Sensor PIR, dan Sensor Photodioda, selain itu juga menggunakan tenaga surya sebagai sumber energi. Pada sistem kerja printer otomatis ini, Sensor Proximity digunakan untuk mendeteksi kertas di tray printer kemudian 3 buah Sen…
The increasing demand for electricity is growing rapidly, necessitating even larger supplies. Therefore, new efforts are needed to obtain energy sources to meet this demand. In areas that are difficult to reach by the PLN distribution network, it would be better to use renewable energy power plants, such as solar power plants (PLTS) or wind power plants (PLTB). This research aims to analyze the…
One of the innovative steps to overcome the fossil energy crisis as the primary fuel for power plants is to utilize renewable energy, such as the application of solar modules. The output power generated by solar modules can be used to help relevant needs in various sectors, including the agricultural industry. To increase agricultural production does not appear, several essential aspects must b…
Solar energy is one of the solutions to the problem of lack of electrical energy. The output power generated by solar cells can be utilized to support relevant needs in several fields, including agriculture. One example of renewable energy development in agriculture is using solar panels as a source of electricity to operate water pumps because water has a vital role in supporting plant growth.…
This research aims to design and implement a Real-Time Face Detection Attendance System using the YOLO V5 algorithm integrated with an ESP32-CAM and a web-based platform. The system utilizes the real-time face detection capabilities of the YOLO V5 algorithm to capture and identify objects. The ESP32-CAM serves as the primary device for capturing user facial images, which are then processed by t…
The Buncis Feeder at the Mariana Substation is a 20 kV distribution line with conductor length of 302.38 km, which potentially causes high energy loss. This study aims to analyze the energy loss and financial impact using two approaches which are manual calculation and simulation with ETAP 19.0.1. The data includes conductor types and lengths, peak load currents, and resistance values based on …
The performance of solar panels is greatly affected by their operational temperature. An increase in temperature due to direct sunlight exposure can cause a decrease in the output power efficiency of the photovoltaic panel. One solution to overcome this problem is to implement a cooling system. This research aims to optimize the output power of polycrystalline type solar panels with a capacity …
Transformers are vital components in electrical power distribution systems, with a limited service life that is highly influenced by winding temperature, insulation oil quality, and load patterns. This study aims to analyze and compare the remaining life of two distribution transformers with capacities of 400 kVA and 250 kVA at ULP Kenten using the predictive maintenance method. This method ado…
The increasing demand for efficient and environmentally friendly alternative energy sources has driven the development of renewable energy-based power generation technologies. One such innovation is the Permanent Magnet Synchronous Generator (PMSG) of the radial type, which offers advantages such as high efficiency, compact design, and no need for external excitation. This study aims to design …
A radial-type permanent magnet generator (PMG) is an electrical machine that employs permanent magnets as the source of the magnetic field and adopts a radial flux configuration, wherein the magnetic field is oriented radially outward from the rotor shaft. In this configuration, the permanent magnets are mounted on the rotor such that the magnetic flux is directed along the radial axis toward t…
This research aims to design and analyze an axial flux permanent magnet generator as an efficient and environmentally friendly low-speed power generation solution, particularly for renewable energy applications such as vertical axis wind turbines. The generator is designed with a single rotor and stator configuration, utilizing 12 neodymium magnets and 12 single-phase copper coils, each consist…
This research focuses on developing an axial flux permanent magnet generator (AFPMG) for small-scale power generation systems such as wind turbines or micro-hydro power plants. The generator offers several key advantages, including high power density, optimal efficiency at low speeds, and a compact design. The developed prototype utilizes a dual-rotor configuration with alternating NdFeB magnet…
Pengenalan citra adalah teknologi pengidentifikasian objek, tempat, orang dan beberapa variabel lain dalam citra digital. Algoritma yang dapat dijalankan dalam sistem pengenalan citra adalah Sparse Representation for Classification (SRC). Namun, beban komputasi yang tinggi dan kebutuhan training data yang banyak untuk memenuhi kondisi sparse menjadi kekurangan dari algoritma ini. Dengan demikia…
This study discusses the analysis of using the Solar Guardian application on a solar charge controller in a rooftop Solar Power Plant (PLTS) system with a capacity of 2000 Wp that uses polycrystalline solar panels. The aim of this research is to evaluate the effectiveness of monitoring and controlling the PLTS system using the Solar Guardian application, as well as to analyze the performance of…
This research focuses on the design and development of a 150 WP Hybrid Solar Power Plant (PLTS) integrated with an Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS) and monitored using the Internet of Things (IoT) technology for water pump operation. The system uses solar panels as the primary energy source, with PLN electricity as a backup, enabling the automatic switch of energy sources when solar energy is in…
This research aims to analyze and compare the performance of the Thermoelectric Cooler (TEC) active cooling system with the Perforated Aluminum Plate passive cooling system on 20 WP polycrystalline solar panels. Testing was carried out for 14 days with data collection every minute from 09.00 to 15.00 WIB, including parameters of temperature, voltage, current, output power, and light intensity r…
SF₆ gas (sulfur hexafluoride) is widely used as an insulating and arcquenching medium in high-voltage equipment such as Circuit Breakers (CB) due to its superior dielectric properties. However, the quality of this gas can deteriorate due to environmental and operational factors. This study aims to evaluate the quality of SF₆ gas in CBs based on three main parameters: pressure, dew point, an…
Transformers have a very important role in the electrical power system. Specifically, transformers are used to change the voltage level, either to step up or step down the voltage. Predicting the load on a transformer is very important to keep the system reliable and to avoid overloading in the coming years. This research aims to forecast the load on a 20 MVA Power Transformer at the Sungai Jua…
Efficient, safe, and standard-compliant electrical installation planning is a vital element in supporting the operation of a building, particularly in industrial facilities. This study aims to design an electrical installation and lighting system for the Dormitory, Office, and Security Room at PT. Industri Pipa Indonesia, located in Batam. The planning process is based on the PUIL 2011 standard…