Quadcopter is a type of UAV (Unmanned Aerial Vehicle) that is often used today and is better known by public as a drone. The drone can be controlled automatically using a remote control or software that has been configured with a quadcopter system. One of the control systems that is often used is the PID controller. This study aims to obtain variations in PID parameter values at roll, pitch, an…
This study aims to analyze the stability of coconut-shell biomass gasification in a modified updraft gasifier equipped with two gas outlets: a reduction zone outlet and a combustion zone outlet. The modification was implemented to evaluate operational characteristics, combustible gas stability, flame behavior, and performance differences between the two outlets. The reduction zone produced CO, …
The increasing demand for electrical energy necessitates the operation of power plants with optimal operational efficiency. Combined Cycle Power Plant (CCPP) play a crucial role in meeting this demand however, these plants operate under varying loads to accommodate fluctuations in energy consumption. This operational load variation affects the performance of gas turbines, such as thermal effici…
Tar is an unavoidable by-product of biomass gasification and can cause operational problems such as system blockage. This study aims to analyze the characteristics of tar formation during coconut shell biomass gasification using a modified updraft gasifier with two gas outlet channels, namely the upper outlet and the combustion-zone outlet. The evaluation was conducted based on tar mass per uni…
Increasing electricity demand requires efficient and environmentally friendly power generation systems. Combined Cycle Power Plant (CCPP) have high efficiency levels because they combine the Brayton cycle in gas turbines and the Rankine cycle in steam turbines. The performance of Combined Cycle Power Plant is greatly influenced by gas turbine operating conditions, particularly ambient temperatu…
The increasing dependence on fossil fuels poses challenges to energy security, highlighting the need for renewable energy alternatives such as biomass. Coconut shell, a carbon-rich biomass waste, has significant potential to be converted into combustible gas through gasification. Although updraft gasifiers offer high efficiency, they are prone to excessive tar production, which can be mitigated…
Sustainability in the manufacturing industry demands the optimization of machining processes to be both environmentally friendly and cost-effective. This research aims to analyze and predict surface roughness (Ra) in the milling process of AISI 1045 steel by integrating the Minimum Quantity Lubrication (MQL) method using vegetable oil-based nanofluids and Al2O3 nanoparticles. The use of vegetab…
Dissimilar metal welding between low carbon steel SS400 and stainless steel SS304 is widely applied in industrial applications due to its ability to combine different mechanical properties and corrosion resistance. However, differences in thermal properties, coefficients of thermal expansion, and thermal conductivity often result in high distortion and residual stress in welded joints. One comm…
Dissimilar metal welding between carbon steel and stainless steel has been widely applied in industrial applications to reduce production costs and improve equipment reliability. However, differences in physical, mechanical, and thermal properties between the materials may lead to welding-related issues, particularly distortion in fillet weld joints. This study aims to analyze welding distortio…
The increasing demand for local Sunkist oranges, especially during certain periods, has led to a growing need for an accurate and efficient fruit sorting process. Manual sorting methods are prone to classification errors, which may result in distribution losses, reduced fruit quality, and potential health risks to consumers. Therefore, this study aims to develop an automatic quality identificat…
Bovine bone waste offers significant potential as a source of hydroxyapatite (HA), a biomaterial with chemical characteristics similar to human bone. This study aims to fabricate HA-HDPE composites through the cold sintering process while examining the effect of temperature variations on densification and microstructural characteristics. The cold sintering method was selected due to its ability…
This study aims to assess the stability of the coconut shell biomass gasification process using a modified updraft gasification reactor with three gas outlets: an upper outlet, a reduction outlet, and a combustion outlet. This modification was carried out to reduce tar formation, determine operational characteristics and flame stability, and compare the performance of the three outlets. The gas…
Membrane is a thin sheet or flexible film that serves as a selective separator between two phases due to its semipermeable nature. Membrane is one of the water purification technologies that has several advantages compared to conventional methods, including efficient energy use, sustainable operation capability, varied membrane materials, and excellent water quality. This study aims to analyze …
Peningkatan kebutuhan energi global serta meningkatnya polusi udara akibat penggunaan bahan bakar fosil mendorong penelitian intensif terhadap alternatif energi yang lebih ramah lingkungan. Di Indonesia, sepeda motor mendominasi hingga 85% kendaraan bermotor dan menjadi penyumbang terbesar emisi gas buang, terutama CO, HC, dan CO₂. Penggunaan teknologi mesin konvensional seperti karburator, d…
Palm kernel shell ash (PKSA) is an abundant biomass material that can be utilized as a reinforcement for aluminum composites due to its low cost, environmental friendliness, and ability to enhance mechanical properties. This study develops an Aluminum Matrix Composite (AMC) based on Aluminium 6063 reinforced with 3% PKSA and 1% SiC to improve its strength and corrosion resistance. The composite…
This research aims to design and develop an automatic water rocket launcher system that integrates a DC motor-based mechanical drive and a pneumatic system as a propulsion mechanism. The launcher is designed with the capability to automatically adjust vertical elevation angles up to 90 degrees and horizontal rotation up to 360 degrees using chain-gear transmission. The research methodology incl…
The pressure of two-phase flow in pipes is complex. This complexity arises due to the interaction between the phases, and the diversity of flow. The distribution of pressure and energy loss along piping systems is a critical factor in efficiency system. To determine the pressure distribution along the pipe, this research was conducted using an experimental method on a Plexiglass pipe with a 45Â…
Multiphase flow is a flow that involves many phases in the channel and has many important applications in various industrial fields, one of which is boilers. Two-phase flow is the simplest flow because it has a very complex phenomenon with the interaction between the same and different phases, based on the geometric shape and orientation and direction of the flow up or down. This phase interact…
Two-phase flow is a simultaneous flow of several types of phases that interact with each other in a channel, forming specific flow patterns. Pipe inclination significantly influences flow pattern distribution and transition boundaries between flow patterns. Two-phase flow pattern maps cannot be generalized for all pipe sizes and inclination angles. This study investigates the characteristics of…
This study aims to analyze the effect of variations in air-water mixture superficial velocity (Jmix) on pressure drop in vertical co-current two-phase flow and compare the experimental results with the theoretical calculations. The experiment was conducted using a 1-inch diameter plexiglass pipe with a test section length of 1 meter. The working fluids used were water and air, with water flow r…
This research aims to design and analyze the structure of a sterilizer basketused in the sterilization process of Fresh Fruit Bunches (FFB) of oil palm with a capacity of 1 ton. The study is motivated by the essential role of sterilization in maintaining palm oil quality by deactivating lipase enzymes and softening the fruits for easier processing. The design was carried out using SolidWorks 3D…
Clean water is essential for human life and sustainable development. To meet the needs of various households and the demands of an ever-evolving lifestyle, the demand for clean water continues to increase. Pollution and environmental damage caused by the disposal of domestic and industrial wastewater are among the factors contributing to the decline in water resource quality, which in turn lead…
The advancement of computer-based manufacturing technology has significantly improved machining efficiency, particularly through the utilization of Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machines. One of the advanced programming features that remains underutilized is parametric programming using the G65 macro code. This study aims to implement CNC programming using the G65 macro and compare its perfo…
This study aims to find out how students perceive the job prospects of graduates of the Mechanical Engineering Education Study Program. This study uses a qualitative approach with a data collection technique, namely interviews. The source of data or the object of this study is mechanical engineering education students of Sriwijaya University with a total of five students and one lecturer of Mec…
Pada era modern ini telah menciptakan hal menarik yang membuat kehidupan menjadi lebih mudah dibidang teknologi, di bidang ini telah banyak memberikan dukungan berupa kontribusi pada kehidupan umat manusia dari berbagai fasilitas seperti komponen otomotif,transportasi dan lain sebagainya. Salah satu peran yang di lakukan untuk memajukan teknologi seperti komposit matrik aluminium yang akan dipe…
Automotive technology will continue to evolve over time, with cooling system efficiency becoming a critical factor in vehicle performance and fuel consumption. Radiators, as the main element of cooling systems, are influenced by the thermal properties of working fluids. However, the low thermal conductivity of conventional fluids (water-ethylene glycol mixtures) can reduce system efficiency. Th…
Automotive technology will continue to evolve over time, with cooling system efficiency becoming a critical factor in vehicle performance and fuel consumption. Radiators, as the main element of cooling systems, are influenced by the thermal properties of working fluids. However, the low thermal conductivity of conventional fluids (water-ethylene glycol mixtures) can reduce system efficiency. Th…
Radiators are essential heat exchangers in automotive engine cooling systems that enhance engine performance by dissipating heat. Conventional coolants such as water, ethylene glycol, propanol, engine oil, and their mixtures exhibit limited thermal performance due to their low thermal conductivity. This study aims to evaluate the enhancement of heat transfer performance in a car radiator using …
Penelitian ini membahas perancangan dan simulasi launcher roket air yang menggunakan sistem penggerak mekanik serta mekanisme pelepasan berbasis pneumatic. Tujuan penelitian adalah menghasilkan desain launcher yang aman, stabil, dan mampu mengatur sudut peluncuran secara presisi. Proses perancangan dilakukan menggunakan SolidWorks untuk memodelkan rangka, sistem penggerak horizontal dan vertika…
Design and development of auxetic bone scaffold with a Negative Poisson’s Ratio (NPR) have become a strategic approach to improving both mechanical performance and nutrient transport in bone tissue engineering applications. Re-entrant Hexagonal Honeycomb (RHH), Double Arrowhead (DAH), and Auxetic Star Shape (ASS) bone scaffold were successfully developed using with Polycaprolactone (PCL) as t…