This study aims to describe students' STEM skills after the implementation of the Project Based Learning (PjBL) model in welding teaching materials at the Mechanical Engineering Education Study Program, Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Universitas Sriwijaya. The study used a descriptive quantitative method with a total sampling technique involving 85 students taking the TIG-MIG Weldin…
This study object to analyze the pressure distribution and to investigate the effect of the superficial velocity ratio of air and water on pressure distribution of air–water two-phase flow in a 1-inch plexiglass pipe inclined at 30° to the horizontal. Pressure measurements were conducted at five points along a 1-meter observation section using water flow rates of 5–18 gpm and air flow rate…
Heat exchanger tipe shell and tube merupakan salah satu peralatan utama yang digunakan dalam sistem pembangkit listrik tenaga uap (PLTU) untuk mendukung proses perpindahan panas antara dua fluida yang berbeda temperatur. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis pengaruh variasi jumlah baffle terhadap kinerja heat exchanger tipe shell and tube pada kondensor PLTU 3×10 MW PT Bukit Energi Serv…
Wind energy has become one of the most promising renewable energy sources, with horizontal-axis wind turbines widely used due to their high efficiency. However, the mechanical strength of turbine blades made using additive manufacturing is highly influenced by internal structural configurations, which may affect their durability under aerodynamic loading. To address this issue, optimization of …
Hollow columns offer material efficiency and mass reduction, which are crucial factors for the seismic resistance of bridge infrastructure in Indonesia. This study evaluates the performance of prestressed hollow columns based on nano-silica concrete under cyclic loading through finite element method simulation using ANSYS software. Secondary data were used to model variations in tendon diameter…
This study aims to develop an Arduino Uno-based Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) e-module for the Electrical and Industrial Electronics course in the Mechanical Engineering Education Study Program at Sriwijaya University that has good levels of validity and practicality. This research was motivated by the limited availability of interactive learning media that can help students understand PL…
The development of renewable energy promotes small-scale wind turbines as independent power sources. This study designs and analyzes a small-scale Horizontal Axis Wind Turbine (HAWT) blade with a NACA 2412 airfoil using an integrated Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) and Finite Element Analysis (FEA) framework through a one-way coupling approach. CFD simulations were performed at Tip Speed Rat…
This study aimed to identify the factors influencing product manufacturing failures in Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) practice at the Mechanical Engineering Education Study Program, Universitas Sriwijaya. This research employed a quantitative descriptive method with 46 students selected using proportional random sampling. Data were collected through questionnaires and documentation and analy…
This study aims to develop video tutorial-based learning media on lathe machine maintenance materials and to determine its validity and practicality. The research method used was Research and Development (R&D) with the 4D development model consisting of define, design, develop, and disseminate stages. The research subjects were students of the Mechanical Engineering Education Study Program who …
Jenis penelitian ini adalah ex post facto yang bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh gender dan pemahaman materi terhadap keterampilan praktikum las SMAW pada mahasiswa Pendidikan Teknik Mesin Universitas Sriwijaya. Populasi penelitian berjumlah 85 mahasiswa Program Studi Pendidikan Teknik Mesin Universitas Sriwijaya yang telah menempuh mata kuliah praktik las busur dan asetilin. Sampel penelitia…
This study employed a research and development (R&D) approach using the ADDIE Model (Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, and Evaluation) to develop a Project-Based Learning (PjBL)-based jobsheet assisted by Autodesk Inventor CAM Ultimate for CAM Milling material that is valid and practical. The research was conducted in the Mechanical Engineering Education Study Program. The validity…
This study aims to analyze students' interest in welding courses from a gender perspective. The study used a mixed methods approach involving 60 respondents, consisting of 30 male and 30 female students. Data collection techniques were conducted through questionnaires and interviews. Data analysis used descriptive statistics, the Mann–Whitney U test, and qualitative analysis to strengthen the…
The results indicate that electric voltage variation significantly affects the characteristics of PVDF–SnO₂ membranes. Increasing the voltage from 15 kV (PSE 1) to 30 kV (PSE 3) leads to improvements in pore size and distribution, where PSE 3 shows the highest average pore size (6.03 ± 0.12), while PSE 1 has the lowest (4.44 ± 0.17). In terms of mechanical properties, PSE 1 exhibits the h…
Paper waste is a type of waste that continues to increase in number so that it requires proper management so that it can be recycled optimally. One of the efforts to support the recycling process is to sort paper waste by type. This research aims to develop a real-time paper waste classification system based on digital image processing using HSV color features and contour features that cover ar…
Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengembangkan jobsheet digital berbasis Google Site pada mata kuliah Sistem Perawatan dan Perbaikan di Program Studi Pendidi- kan Teknik Mesin Universitas Sriwijaya serta mengetahui tingkat validitas dan kepraktisan produk yang dikembangkan. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah penelitian dan pengembangan (Research and Development) dengan model ADDIE yang melip…
Surface roughness is a critical quality indicator in precision manufacturing industries due to its direct impact on fatigue resistance and tribological performance of machine components. This study aims to predict surface roughness (Ra) values in the CNC milling process of S45C steel using flood cooling by integrating Support Vector Regression (SVR) and Gaussian Process Regression (GPR) algorit…
The structure of a current aircraft is composed of 80% aluminum and 20% composites. Aluminum is a non-ferrous metal known for its corrosion resistance and light weight. Furthermore, aluminum alloys are easy to manufacture and have a high strength-to-weight ratio (GMF, 2018). An aircraft requires lightweight materials to reduce weight and improve fuel efficiency. Structural corrosion that occurs…
Kuningan merupakan paduan tembaga dan seng yang banyak digunakan dalam industri otomotif, kelistrikan, dan manufaktur karena memiliki sifat mekanik yang baik serta ketahanan terhadap korosi. Namun, material ini rentan mengalami kegagalan akibat beban berulang atau fatik. Penelitian ini bertujuan menganalisis pengaruh perlakuan panas Uji Fatik Lengkung dari Material Kuningan yang Mendapatkan ter…
Air merupakan sumber daya vital yang ketersediaannya semakin terancam oleh polusi limbah domestik dan industri. Oleh karena itu, diperlukan teknologi pengolahan yang efektif dan efisien. Studi ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis karakteristik membran Polyethersulfone (PES) yang diinkorporasi dengan perak nitrat (AgNO₃) untuk aplikasi pengolahan air bersih. Membran disiapkan menggunakan 15 wt% PE…
Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis pengelolaan Praktik Industri pada Program Studi Pendidikan Teknik Mesin di Universitas Sriwijaya yang meliputi aspek perencanaan, pelaksanaan, evaluasi, serta faktor pendukung dan penghambat. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif dengan metode studi kasus. Pengumpulan data dilakukan melalui teknik wawancara dan dokumentasi, kemudian dianali…
Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis pengaruh metode pengelasan SMAW, asetilin, TIG, dan MIG terhadap ketahanan korosi baja stainless steel 304 menggunakan metode uji kehilangan massa. Spesimen hasil pengelasan direndam dalam larutan NaCl 3,5% selama 672 jam untuk mensimulasikan lingkungan korosif, kemudian produk korosi dihilangkan menggunakan larutan asam nitrat (HNO₃) 15% sebelum di…
This study aims to analyze the role of the microteaching course in improving the self-efficacy of Mechanical Engineering Education students. The research used a qualitative descriptive approach involving lecturers, alumni, and students through observation, interviews, and documentation. Data were analyzed using the Miles and Huberman model supported by NVivo 12 Pro. The results show that microt…
Aluminum matrix composite (AMC) is an engineering material developed to improve the mechanical properties of recycled aluminum through the addition of reinforcing particles. This study aims to analyze the effect of the addition of Silicon Carbide (SiC) at 3 wt% and Rice Husk Ash (RHA) at 2 wt%, 4 wt%, and 6 wt% on the hardness, impact toughness, and microstructure of aluminum scrap using the st…
Ti-6Al-4V Grade 23 is a biomaterial widely used for implant applications due to its high strength, good corrosion resistance, and excellent biocompatibility. The Selective Laser Melting (SLM) process produces a martensitic α′ microstructure with high residual stress, which requires heat treatment to improve microstructural stability and material properties. This study aims to analyze the eff…
This study aims to analyze the effect of Selective Laser Melting (SLM) process parameters on the microhardness and microstructure of Ti-6Al-4V Grade 23 titanium alloy. This material is widely used in biomedical and aerospace applications due to its high strength-to-weight ratio, good corrosion resistance, and excellent biocompatibility. However, laser-based additive manufacturing processes ofte…
This study investigates the effect of Selective Laser Melting (SLM) process parameters on the mechanical properties of Ti-6Al-4V Grade 23, a material widely used in biomedical applications, particularly medical implants. The advancement of additive manufacturing technology has enabled the fabrication of personalized prostheses with complex geometries tailored to individual needs. Selective Lase…
This study is aimed at developing membranes made from Polyvinylidene Fluoride (PVDF) modified with the addition of Silver Nitrate (AgNO₃). The membranes are expected to possess robust mechanical properties, optimal surface morphology, high filtration performance, and resistance to fouling. The membranes are fabricated using the phase inversion method, where PVDF solution at varying concentrat…
This research focuses on the design and testing of a household wastewater filter that aims to convert domestic wastewater into potable water through the application of multi-stage filtration and disinfection technology based on Polyvinylidene Fluoride (PVDF) membranes. The background of the research is based on the increasing need for clean water, limited access to potable water, and high level…