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Analisis Unjuk Kerja Alkaline Electrolyzer Cell Dengan Naoh Sebagai Elektrolit Pada Aplikasi Mesin Pembakaran Dalam
ABSTRACT
This study aims to analyze the performance of an internal combustion engine using hydrogen gas produced through electrolysis as a supplementary fuel. Hydrogen was generated using an alkaline electrolyzer with NaOH electrolyte at various concentrations and current intensities. The experiment was conducted on a 97 cc four-stroke gasoline engine, with performance parameters including effective shaft power, brake specific energy consumption (BSEC), thermal efficiency, volumetric efficiency, and air-fuel ratio (AFR). The results show that the addition of hydrogen significantly enhances combustion efficiency and engine output. At a current of 50A, thermal efficiency increased by up to 18.43%, BSEC decreased by 19.54 KJ/kWh, while volumetric efficiency and AFR rose to 30.14% and 24.12%, respectively. Although electrical power consumption increased with higher current and electrolyte concentration, it remained within efficient operational limits. This study demonstrates that hydrogen as a dual fuel can improve engine performance and support a cleaner energy transition.
Kata kunci: hydrogen, alkaline electrolyzer, engine efficiency, BSEC, thermal efficiency, AFR, dual fuel
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