ABSTRACT Sago pulp is a biomass waste that is rich in cellulose and starch as a by-product produced by sago flour processing factories that have not been optimally utilized. In this study, sago pulp waste is processed into biopellets as an alternative energy source to replace fuel in households. This study aims to analyze the physical characteristics of biopellets and determine the best variat…
ABSTRACT Partial Discharge (PD) is an early indicator of insulation degradation in medium-voltage cables, which may lead to severe failures in the power distribution system if not detected at an early stage. This study aims to analyze the condition of 20 kV medium-voltage cable lines using the Oscillating Wave Test System (OWTS) method based on a Damped Alternating Current (DAC) voltage source…
ABSTRACT Faults in electrical transmission lines, especially short-circuit faults, can cause power system instability and damage electrical equipment, making accurate identification and classification methods essential. This study aims to develop a fault detection method using Wavelet Transform (WT) for feature extraction and Radial Basis Function Neural Network (RBFNN) for classification.…
ABSTRACT Instant bread yeast is a common leavening agent used in bread making and contains the microorganism Saccharomyces cerevisiae. However, natural yeast is now being considered as an alternative due to its several advantages, including the ability to enrich flavor, extend product shelf life, and be more easily digested. This research aims to produce natural yeast through the fermentation …
ABSTRACT Empty Palm Fruit Bunch (EFB) is a by-product of the palm oil industry that is abundant in Riau Province. The high cellulose content in EFB has the potential to be developed as a basic material for making activated carbon, which is the type of adsorbent most widely developed for heavy metal adsorption. This study aims to analyze the best carbonization temperature and time on the qu…
ABSTRACT Printing wastewater contains heavy metals such as lead (Pb) and copper (Cu), which are toxic. This study aimed to evaluate the effect of pH and stirring speed on the adsorption efficiency and capacity of Pb and Cu using a composite adsorbent of Spent Bleaching Earth (SBE) and Spent Mushroom Substrate (SMS) with a composition ratio of 25% SBE and 75% SMS. Characterization was conducted…
ABSTRACT Industrial printing wastewater contains heavy metals such as lead (Pb) and copper (Cu), which are toxic and difficult to degrade, thus requiring an effective treatment method. One alternative to reduce heavy metals is the adsorption method using a composite adsorbent made from Spent Mushroom Substrate (SMS) and Spent Bleaching Earth (SBE). This study aims to determine the removal …
ABSTRACT The problem of leaf litter and ketapang twig accumulation at the Faculty of Engineering, University of Riau, has prompted innovative efforts in its management. One approach that can be taken is to apply TOSS (Waste Management Technology at the Source) in managing this waste. This study aims to analyze the physical characteristics of biopellets produced from the TOSS biodrying pro…
ABSTRACT The increase in palm oil production in Indonesia produces abundant solid waste, one of which is empty oil palm bunches (EFB) which has the potential to be used as raw material for activated carbon. This study aims to analyze the best concentration and activation time on the quality of EFB activated carbon, the ability of EFB activated carbon to adsorb Cu²⁺ metal ions, and to an…
ABSTRACT Liquid waste produced by industry contains various kinds of chemical compounds that are difficult to dissolve such as lead metal from the pulp and paper industry and copper from the electroplating industry, so it is necessary to treat industrial liquid waste. The aim of this study is to obtain the optimal contact time and pH in the bioabsorption of heavy metals Pb(II) and Cu(II) by ca…
ABSTRACT Rice production in Riau Province in 2023 reached 205.97 thousand tons from 51.91 thousand hectares of land, generating a large amount of rice husk waste. When burned completely, rice husks produce ash with pozzolanic properties, which has the potential to be used as a substitute for cement in paving block production. Plastic waste, especially the polypropylene type, is elastic and…
ABSTRACT Heavy metals such as Cu and Pb are hazardous pollutants that are toxic, persistent, and capable of accumulating in living organisms. The concentration of heavy metals exceeding the quality standards in wastewater requires further treatment before being discharged into the environment. Adsorption is an effective and economical method for reducing heavy metal content. This study aim…
ABSTRACT Power quality disturbances in the Distribution Network cause losses both from the generation side and from the load side, therefore a mechanism is needed that can anticipate these problems. This research offers a method that is able to overcome these problems. Especially related to disturbances caused by Voltage sag, Voltage swell due to changes in load characteristics in the repeater…
ABSTRACT The people of Pekanbaru have a high interest in education, this can be seen from the high interest in sending their children to public and private schools. However, Pekanbaru has challenges and educational problems in terms of school facilities. School facilities in Pekanbaru at the junior high school level are experiencing a lack of facilities, this can be seen from the decrease in t…
ABSTRACT Modern music has become an essential part of human life as time progresses, serving as entertainment, self-expression, and a tool for learning. The interest in modern music has grown, especially among the younger generation. This can be seen in the numerous concerts held by famous artists in Pekanbaru, as well as the many music-related facilities available. However, facilities to supp…
ABSTRACT Pekanbaru City, the capital of Riau Province, has various major events or events every year, even every few months. This is because Pekanbaru City is experiencing development and growth in the economic, business, and tourism sectors, where demand is increasing for venues for events, businesses, and exhibitions that can accommodate various types of sectors. These events or events are P…
ABSTRACT Silica gel is one of the silica-based materials that has quite extensive uses such as in the pharmaceutical industry, ceramics, paints and special applications in the chemical field. This study aims to synthesize silica gel from Bengkalis Beach sand by varying the concentration of HCl during gel formation. Silica gel is synthesized through several stages starting with the leaching pro…
ABSTRACT Silica gel is one of the silica-based materials that has quite extensive uses such as in the pharmaceutical industry, ceramics, paints and special applications in the chemical field. This study aims to synthesize silica gel from Bengkalis Beach sand by varying the concentration of HCl during gel formation. Silica gel is synthesized through several stages starting with the leaching pro…
ABSTRACT The increase in the number of laundry services will be directly proportional to the amount of liquid waste generated at the end of the activity. Therefore, it is necessary to develop effective and environmentally friendly waste treatment methods. The adsorption process is still the best choice for liquid waste treatment, especially if it uses environmentally friendly adsorbents, for e…
ABSTRACT Instant yeast is a leavening agent in making bread containing microorganisms of the Saccharomyces cerevisiae type. However, sourdough is now starting to be considered as an alternative because it has several advantages, including being able to enrich the taste, extend the shelf life of the product, and being easier to digest. This study aims to produce natural yeast through fermentati…