ABSTRACT Induction motor damage frequently occurs in industrial environments. One of the causes of failure is the use of a starting method that does not match the motor's requirements. This research employs two starting methods, namely autotransformer and soft starter. Both methods are tested through simulations and calculations to compare changes in motor variables during starting. In the…
ABSTRACT In electric power distribution operations, transformers are not free from failure. One of the causes of transformer failure is excessive heat which often occurs in the transformer isolation system. In this research, two oil testing methods were used, namely Dissolved Gas Analysis and Breakdown Voltage which were carried out at PT. Kilang Pertamina Internasional RU II Dumai to know…
ABSTRACT The purpose of this device is to facilitate the process of measuring and cutting fiber optic cables automatically and efficiently at PT. PLN Indonesia Comnets Plus (ICON+). This research aims to design and implement an IoT-based automatic fiber optic cable measuring and cutting tool, controlled via the Telegram platform and utilizing Google Spreadsheet for data storage. The device…
Electric bicycles are vehicles that are now widely loved by the public. As an alternative vehicle that utilizes electrical energy, the use of electric bicycles is very practical and does not produce emissions. The electrical energy stored in the battery will be converted into motion energy by the electric motor. The purpose of this study is to design a charging system on electric bicycles using…
One of the problems in the power system that is important to pay attention to is the quality of electrical power considering the large use of non-linier electronic loads. Power supply problems such as voltage sag and voltage swell often occur when three is a disturbance that can result in damage to electrical equipment, the motor suddenly stops and other sensitive loads. For this reason, power …
Grounding is an important component in an electric power system to ensure security, equipment safety, environmental safety and the safety of people around. The smaller the ground resistance value, the greater the ability to flow current to the ground so that current flows to the ground, because current prefers smaller resistance. Ideal grounding has a resistance value close to zero. One of the …
The design of the Methyl Tertiary-Butyl Ether (MTBE) plant with a production capacity of 60,000 tons per year in Bontang, East Kalimantan, aims to meet domestic and international needs for environmentally friendly fuels. The location chosen is strategic because it is close to raw material sources, has adequate infrastructure, and has good accessibility to export markets. This project also focus…
The rapid development of technology today provides convenience for humans in various fields, namely information, communication, business, and especially in the field of education. One technology that supports the education sector is Augmented Reality (AR). Science learning, one of which is the solar system, is learning that is difficult for some people to understand, because the learning media …
Personal computers (PCs) are essential in daily life for personal, work, and entertainment purposes. In Indonesia, computer usage reached 18.24% in 2021, with the highest distribution in DKI Jakarta. Many users choose desktop PCs for high-performance needs or long-term work, with the option of purchasing pre-built systems or assembling components themselves. Although assembling a PC offers flex…
The Public Works and Spatial Planning Office (PUPR) of Pekanbaru City, particularly the Water Resources Division (SDA), faces challenges in flood management due to a lack of effective data management systems related to housing, flood points, and river basins. The absence of adequate Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and digital archiving makes flood management suboptimal, potentially worseni…
The Department of Electrical Engineering at the University of Riau has developed the SITEI UNRI KP/Skripsi system. This system allows students to register for their internships (KP) and thesis (skripsi) online. Although the system has facilitated student processes, several limitations still need to be addressed to enhance efficiency and accuracy. Automation helps reduce administrative burdens, …
The development of fiber optic network technology requires accurate, practical, and efficient measurement tools to monitor the performance of optical signals. This research proposes the design of a microcontroller-based Optical Power Meter (OPM) using an SFP sensor to detect optical signal power at wavelengths of 1310 nm and 1550 nm. The OPM is equipped with an LCD screen to display measurement…
This research designs a package receiving Smartbox tool that supports Cash on Delivery (COD) transactions by utilizing Internet of Things (IoT) technology. The need to improve the goods delivery experience, especially in the COD method, encourages the development of systems that can facilitate the receipt of packages safely and efficiently. This system integrates Loadcell sensors, NodeMCU ESP82…
The boost converter is designed to convert a low input voltage into a higher and more stable DC voltage. The boost converter here is used to increase the voltage value produced by the solar panel. IGBT type TGAN40N60F2DS is used as an automatic switch (on) and (off) times are controlled by a control circuit produced by IC SG3525, a Boost converter which is made to produce a voltage of 125 V. Th…
In general, the water pump machine used in households is a centrifugal water pump type driven by a 1-phase permanent-split-capacitor induction motor or abbreviated as PSC motor. In the use of driving a water pump using solar power, a 3-phase cage rotor induction motor must be driven by a 3-phase alternating voltage. A 1-phase permanent-split-capacitor induction motor or abbreviated as PSC motor…
A power supply circuit that produces a lot of output is needed by electronic systems that work with several voltage levels. An example is a control circuit that controls a 3-phase inverter, where the control circuit uses several integrated circuits (IC) which must be supplied by a power supply. isolated from one another. The power supply circuit that will be made gets power input from solar pan…
A three-phase induction motor is a type of AC (Alternating Current) motor that is input by alternating current. When driving a water pump using solar power, a 3-phase cage rotor induction motor must be driven by a 3-phase alternating electric voltage. For this purpose, a power converter is needed which will convert the direct electricity produced by the solar panels into 3-phase alternating ele…
Power transformers have common problems such as thermal and electrical failures which can produce harmful gases in the insulating oil which is commonly known as fault gas. For this reason, transformer care and maintenance is required by testing the transformer oil, namely DGA (Dissolved Gas Analysis) testing. The aim of this research was to detect transformer failures and analyze the relationsh…
Continuity of electrical energy in an electrical system must be protected by a protection system with the right settings. Over current relay is one of the protection systems that is always used. Based on the provisions of PT. Semen Padang, the existing relay settings are always evaluated every 3 years to test the effectiveness of the settings that have been installed for a long time. The purpos…
Carbon charcoal derived from palm kernel shell can be transformed into Graphene through the application of high-voltage plasma technology. This research evaluates the conversion capability of palm kernel shell charcoal into Graphene using high-voltage plasma technology with the Arc Discharge method and analyzes the crystallization structure using X-Ray Diffraction (XRD). Changes in XRD peak pat…