Durian fruit is a fruit that is quite popular among Indonesian people. Durian fruit produces a lot of waste that has no economic value and can damage the environment. Utilizing durian rind fiber as a natural fiber in making composites is one way to reduce this waste. To produce quality durian rind fiber, you can use the alkalization method or fiber treatment. The purpose of this study was to an…
The expansion device is an important part of the vapor compression cycle refrigeration machine which serves to decrease the pressure liquid refrigerant out of the condenser and regulate the flow of refrigerant to the evaporator entry. In addition to the expansion device, other important thing is the use of refrigerants. Good refrigerant is a refrigerant that has a high latent heat, power saving…
NUR KHOTIMAH, NIM. 2210247002, Production of Activated Carbon from Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) Plastic Waste by Physical Activation Method for Adsorption Application of Carbon Dioxide (CO2), supervised by Awaludin Martin and Erman Taer. This research aims to produce activated carbon from PET plastic using the physical activation method. The production of activated carbon from polyethylene…
FIKRI FAHLEVI NASUTION, NIM. 2210247004, Design of Air Blast Freezing System with Cascade Refrigeration System Using R290/R32 to Prevent Decay of Black Tiger Shrimp, supervised by Awaludin Martin and Rahmat Iman Mainil. Shrimp is Indonesia's main export commodity, with 2021 production reaching 1.21 million tons or IDR 79.21 trillion. The urgency of this research is that although the productio…
ROLANDI, NIM. 2210247003, Performance Evaluation of Cut Size Paper Cutting Machines and Improvement Recommendations based on Total Productive Maintenance (Case Study: PT. Riau Andalan Kertas), supervised and proctoring Anita Susilawati and Ismet Hari Mulyadi. PT. Riau Andalan Kertas (RAK) is a leading paper factory in Indonesia, prioritizes timely production by optimizing productivity, efficie…
Al-Cu alloys advantageous properties including high strength, corrosion resistance, and good formability. These attributes render Al-Cu alloys a promising alternative material for bell fabrication; however, it is imperative to examine the correlation between their acoustic and mechanical properties. This study investigates the effect of various quenching media on the acoustic properties…
This research aims to investigate the influence of support distance and bending angle on the ovality of 1-inch black steel pipes using a ram bending tool. The primary issue addressed is how variations in these parameters affect the ovality value of the pipes. Research objectives include testing the capabilities of the Ram Bending tool to produce ovality with different bending angles and su…
The current increase in energy demand is inversely proportional to the decreasing availability of fossil fuels. The Indonesian government has issued Ministerial Regulation No. 41 of 2018 to gradually replace fossil fuels with biodiesel. Fossil fuels are not only scarce but also have adverse environmental impacts such as increasing Earth's surface temperature, altering climate, and wea…
Recycling beverage cans for the manufacture of calligraphy products is an alternative to reduce waste and increase economic value in metal casting industry. The quality of lost foam casting product is influenced by pouring temperature, gating system, sand size, and styrofoam density. This research aims to investigate the effect of lost foam casting gating systems on the surface roughnes…
The problem of cooling electronic components is increasing along with component damage that occurs, one of which is caused by heat flux generates by the processor. Loop heat pipe is a heat pipe that is flowed by two phases of a loop ype heat pipe whose heat is in the same direction. Loop heat pipe has the advantages of large heat transfer, high heat efficiency and strong resistance to g…
Bells are usually made of tin-copper alloys due to their acoustic properties. Aluminum alloys with an additional 4.8% copper have shown smilar characteristic as tin-copper. Aluminum can be used as a material for making bells. Ceramic casting molds use clays. One of the areas that has considerable natural clay potential is in Gema Village, Lipat Kain Subdistrict, Kampar Regency, Riau P…
Fracture of the maxillofacial region is the most common trauma case encountered in the field of oral and maxillofacial surgery. The treatment involves fixation using Miniplates secured with multiple screws. The aim of this research is to develop a magnesium-based Miniplate prototype as a maxillofacial implant product. The methodology includes planning the Miniplate design, programming a…
The dependency on fossil fuels as the primary energy source has caused significant problems, particularly in energy security and environmental impact. The development of renewable energy has become a main focus in the effort to create a sustainable future. An interesting innovation in this field is the development of biomass. One abundant source of biomass is the waste generated from th…
The development of electric cars as an alternative to fossil fuel vehicles is growing rapidly, accompanied by new technological innovations. The increasing consumption of fossil fuels and the energy crisis have encouraged universities to conduct research on alternative energy. Electric energy, as one of the solutions, has great potential to replace fossil energy in the future. Electric …
In the development of science and technology today, many new ideas appear in the automotive world. One of them is a category of high-speed cars known as formula student cars among college students. This formula student car is equipped with safety components that protect the car and driver from accidents. Therefore, the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) developed a safety feature cal…
Kontes Kapal Cepat Tak Berawak Nasional (KKCTBN) organized by the Pusat Prestasi Nasional (Puspresnas) KemendikbudristekRI aims to promote innovation in the design and performance of maritime technology prototypes. The selection of appropriate materials for the hull of a catamaran is crucial, as it affects the strength and weight of the vessel. Materials like Fiber Reinforced Polymer (FRP),…
This research is based on the limitations of previous studies that have not explored the effect of temperature and shoulder width on the Friction Stir Welding (FSW) tool used. This research focuses on the optimal welding results and the highest tensile strength in FSW welding with High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) sheet material. This study varies the temperature of 110°C, 120°C, 130°C wi…
Agave Sisalana Perrine (Agave SP) plants grow widely in the Bukit Bulek area, West Sumatra Province. Agave leaf fiber is used by the people of Bukit Bulek as a binding/rope material so that Agave leaf fiber has good potential to be developed as a composite reinforcing material. The aim of the research is to use fibers from Agave leaves as reinforcement for epoxy matrix composites for fl…
Kontes Mobil Hemat Energi (KMHE) and Shell Eco Marathon Asia (SEMA) contests are competitions to build the most fuel-efficient vehicles that are participated by students from all over Indonesia and even the world. The Selembayung team is the only representative of Riau University who participated in the KMHE and SEMA competitions. The design process and manufacturing production managem…
The frame is one of the most important components of a vehicle. In designing a car, it is necessary to pay attention to the design of the frame structure to get safety and comfort when driving. This research will also discuss the process of making the Gardapati Type Prototype Energi Effecient frame. The design process starts from the design of the Gardapati Prototype Type Energi Effecie…