ABSTRACT The growing demand for environmentally friendly and sustainable lubricants has driven the development of biolubricants derived from vegetable oils as alternatives to conventional mineral-based lubricants, which are known to be toxic and non-biodegradable. Indonesia holds significant potential for producing palm oil-based biolubricants due to its abundant palm oil resources. However, c…
ABSTRACT Refrigeration with blast freezer is very important to maintain the quality and nutritional value of food by slowing down spoilage, but many air blast freezing systems still use less environmentally friendly refrigerants, have limited cooling capacity, and imprecise temperature control so that there is a temperature deviation of ±4 ℃ in shrimp due to the compressor turning on and of…
ABSTRACT This study aims to design and develop a Smart Food Container (SFC) utilizing a Thermoelectric Cooler and Heat Pipe system integrated with the Internet of Things (IoT). The thermoelectric cooler used is the TEC2-25408, which is coupled with a copper heat pipe using water as the working fluid. The heat pipe efficiently absorbs heat from the hot side of the TEC, helping to maintain stabl…
ABSTRACT Energy is a crucial element in every aspect of human life. With the high global dependence on fossil fuels as the main source of energy, challenges arise due to the depletion of this non-renewable resource. Vortex turbines are one of the turbines that have the potential to produce clean electricity. Vortex turbines work by converting the kinetic energy of water into mechanical energy.…
ABSTRACT Analysis of the strength of the chassis structure and the large-sized electric bus body frame is needed to determine the ability to withstand various loads. The purpose of this study is to coMPare the magnitude of the total deformation, equivalent stress (von misses), and safety factor between the original chassis materials, namely (SS400 & Aluminum 6061) with alternative materials (S…
ABSTRACT Freeze vacuum drying is known as the best drying method in maintaining the nutritional quality and physical appearance of the product. However, this method has the disadvantages of a slow drying rate and high energy consumption. This study aims to improve the efficiency of the drying process by utilizing waste heat from the condenser through a thermal energy storage system based on ph…
ABSTRACT Coconut milk is a valuable food ingredient in Indonesia that can be preserved by Spray Drying to produce coconut powder. This study evaluates the performance of a Cyclone Separator, which is crucial for separating the powdered product from the air stream. Numerical simulations were conducted using the Discrete Phase Model (DPM) and the Reynolds Stress Model (RSM) at two air flow rates…
ABSTRACT Jalan Kaharudin Nasution in Pekanbaru City and Kampar Regency is a collector road with high traffic intensity that requires the availability of standard compliant road equipment facilities. This study aims to inventory and analyze the condition and needs of complementary structures and road equipment facilities along a 2,000-meter stretch based on field surveys and technical regulatio…
The cooperation between Indonesia and China under the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) plays a strategic role in accelerating national infrastructure development. This initiative aims to strengthen regional connectivity, stimulate economic growth, and enhance bilateral political relations. This study aims to analyze Indonesia's diplomatic strategy in utilizing the BRI, as well as to identify the …
ABSTRACT Jalan Garuda Sakti is a provincial road that connects Pekanbaru City with Kampar Regency, and is the boundary between inner-city and outer-city roads. Buildings and road equipment facilities play an important role in supporting optimal road function. This study aims to inventory the availability and needs of buildings and road equipment facilities in both segments. The method used is a…
ABSTRACT Roads are vital facilities that need serious attention, so that the activities of people in a city become better. The Trans-Sumatra Road, the Border of Pekanbaru City and Pelelawan Regency, is one of the border roads in Pekanbaru City where the function of this road is used for the activities of road users every day. Therefore, adequate equipment facilities are needed to improve the s…
ABSTRACT Traffic congestion is a common problem in urban areas, particularly at intersections with high vehicle volumes. One such intersection experiencing congestion issues is the signalized four-leg intersection of Jalan Lobak, Jalan Srikandi, Jalan Melati Indah, and Jalan Delima in the city of Pekanbaru. This study aims to evaluate the performance of the intersection, identify influencing f…
ABSTRACT The design of infiltration wells as an effort to reduce rainwater runoff in Perumahan Jaya Muda Perkasa was carried out through a series of hydrological and geotechnical analyses and calculations. This study began with the collection of annual rainfall data which was analyzed using the frequency distribution method (Gumbel and Log Pearson Type III) to determine the planned rainfal…
ABSTRACT Mount Marapi is one of the active volcanoes in West Sumatra that erupted again and released volcanic ash and cold lava at the end of 2023. In general, the composition of volcanic ash consists of Silica and Quartz. The abundant volcanic ash has not been optimally utilized, while volcanic ash which has pozzolanic properties can be used as a partial substitute for cement in making concre…
ABSTRACT Flooding is a major problem that has the potential to occur during the rainy season. The re-planning of drainage channel dimensions in the Jalan Suka Karya km 0-km 2.7 Area can be used as an effort to control flooding problems. The purpose of this research is to evaluate the existing conditions of drainage channels that cause flooding in the research location and determine alternative…
ABSTRACT The Community-Based Water Supply and Sanitation Program (PAMSIMAS) is a government initiative to improve access to clean water in rural areas. This study aims to evaluate the clean water distribution network system of the PAMSIMAS program in Keranji Guguh Village, Koto Gasib Subdistrict, Siak Regency, using EPANET 2.2 software. The evaluation was conducted for both existing conditions…
ABSTRACT The Kampar River, which flows through Rumbio Village, Kampar Regency, Riau Province, plays a vital role in the hydrological cycle and the sustainability of the surrounding ecosystem. However, the river is prone to flooding, especially during the rainy season, which necessitates technical interventions such as the construction of bank protection structures. This study aims to analyze t…
ABSTRACT Pasar Pagi Arengka is one of the important areas and serves as an access route to the city center. Due to the conversion of green land, water inundation has occurred on several road segments in Pekanbaru City, particularly on one section of the Pasar Pagi Arengka road, as the runoff discharge can no longer be accommodated by the capacity of the existing drainage channel. This study ai…
ABSTRACT Flooding and waterlogging are still common problems in the Dwi Beringin Indah V Housing Complex in Pekanbaru City, caused by inappropriate drainage channel dimensions and a poor rainwater management system. This study aims to evaluate the existing condition of the drainage channels and determine their adequacy in accommodating surface runoff. Empirical methods were used, utilizing max…