ABSTRACT Betaine surfactant, widely used as a co-agent in various chemical products, is primarily applied in the formulation of personal care items, classifying it as a bio-resource. Indonesia’s domestic surfactant production currently stands at 70,000 tons per year, which remains insufficient to meet national demand. Consequently, the country relies on imports, which have increased by 8.15%…
ABSTRACT Linear alkylbenzene (LAB) is an organic compound (C₁₂H₂₆) that is a clear liquid used as a raw material in detergents, household cleaning products, agricultural herbicides, ink solvents, and paints. LAB has replaced alkylbenzene sulfonate (ABS) as a detergent raw material because it degrades faster, making it more environmentally friendly. Additionally, LAB compounds are more …
ABSTRACT Ethylene and acetic acid are among the most important petrochemical compounds in the chemical industry, serving as key raw materials for the production of polyethylene, ethylene glycol, styrene, and various other derivative products. Meanwhile, acetic acid is used in the manufacture of adhesives, synthetic fibers (such as acetate), solvents, and as an intermediate in the pharmaceutica…
Design of a Direct Dimethyl Ether (DME) Plant from Natural Gas with the Main Equipment Design of Dimethyl Ether Reactor (R-102) Nadiyah Nesa Syakdiyah ABSTRACT Dimethyl Ether (DME) is a simple ether compound used as a raw material in industry and as a fuel. DME is a colorless, odorless gas that is soluble in water and oil. It is non-carcinogenic, nonteratogenic, non-mutagenic, and non-to…
he rapid growth of high-rise building construction in earthquake-prone regions such as Indonesia presents significant challenges in structural planning, particularly regarding increasingly complex and asymmetrical building forms. This study aims to examine the influence of structural mass configurations on the dynamic behavior of multi-story buildings located in high seismic risk zones. The mai…
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The depletion of fossil energy sources and their environmental impacts have encouraged the use of renewable energy based on biomass. Acacia crassicarpa bark is a lignocellulosic waste from the forestry industry with significant potential as a feedstock for bio-oil production through pyrolysis. This study aims to optimize the bio-oil yield from the pyrolysis of A. crassicarpa bark using a NiMo/N…
Indonesia has great potential for renewable energy development, including biomass, which can be utilized as an alternative energy source. Bagasse, an abundant agricultural waste, is one type of biomass that has not been optimally utilized. Through the pyrolysis process, bagasse can be converted into high-value products such as bio-oil, biochar, and gas. This study aims to determine the optimum …
Noodles are one of the most popular processed food products due to their practicality, affordability, and ease of preparation. However, conventional noodles are primarily made from wheat flour, which is low in dietary fiber and micronutrients. Therefore, it is necessary to develop more nutritious noodle formulations by utilizing local ingredients such as sago flour and bok choy (pakcoy) vegetab…
ABSTRACT Indonesia ranks 8th as the largest food waste-producing country in the world, with an annual generation of 14.73 million tons. The high amount of food waste can significantly contribute to climate change, as greenhouse gas emissions from food waste reach 4,051.5 kgCO₂e per ton. This study aims to determine the generation and composition of food waste from the canteens of the Faculty …
ABSTRACT ABSTRACTABSTRACT Rapid population growth and industrial expansion in Marpoyan Damai District Pekanbaru City have led to a significant increase in solid waste generation disposed at the Muara Fajar Landfill. Limited waste reduction capacity at the sub-district level remains a critical issue and is projected to worsen annually. To address this challenge, the development of a Material Re…
ABSTRACT The rapid growth of motorized vehicles has increased fossil fuel consumption while worsening environmental conditions. Therefore, innovation is needed in the development of energy-efficient vehicles that are efficient, environmentally friendly, and meet the regulations of the Energy Efficient Car Contest (KMHE) competition. This study aims to design and manufacture an energy-efficient…
ABSTRACT Co-pyrolysis offers a promising approach to reducing Indonesia’s dependence on fossil fuels, which has led to serious environmental problems such as greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution. This study aims to evaluate the effects of temperature variation and blending ratios in the co-pyrolysis of oil palm empty fruit bunches (OPEFB) and low-density polyethylene (LDPE) on bio-oil …
ABSTRACT Indonesia as a tropical country has a high risk of hydrometeorological disasters, one of which is drought that often occurs in various regions. This study aims to analyze the level of drought and its relationship with the distribution of hot spots in Pelalawan Regency using Sentinel-2 satellite imagery through the Google Earth Engine (GEE) platform with the Normalized Difference D…
ABSTRACT Almost every year during the dry season, forest fires in peatlands occur, with the main factor being drought. In peatlands that have undergone land use change, there is excessive construction of drainage canal networks that accelerate the flow of water out of the peat. Depth to Groundwater Table is a key parameter in overcoming these problems. The ai…
ABSTRACT Drought is a condition in which rainfall falls below normal for a certain period and becomes a major threat to the sustainability of peatlands, as it can increase the risk of forest fires. This study analyzes the drought index in the peatlands of Siak Regency using the Standardized Precipitation Index (SPI) method based on CHIRPS satellite data on the Google Earth Engine (GEE) pla…
ABSTRACT As cities develop, problems related to urban drainage systems become increasingly complex. This is also the case in Pekanbaru, particularly on Jalan Arifin Ahmad, which plays a strategic role in supporting community mobility. Suboptimal drainage conditions, high levels of development, and land use changes cause flooding during the rainy season. These floods…
ABSTRACT This study discusses the design and performance evaluation of the Butler Matrix in 2x2, 3x3, 4x4, and 12x12 configurations, integrated with MIMO antennas for applications at a working frequency of 9.3 GHz in the X-Band frequency band. This research is intended as part of the development of a smart antenna-based radar platform that requires a power-sharing system with the ability …
ABSTRACT Province of Riau, known for its abundant natural resources, boasts a diverse range of sectors, including oil and gas. However, its development faces numerous challenges. One vital aspect is effective and efficient logistics management, particularly in resource management, such as heavy equipment transportation for raw materials and products. Therefore, the system must be modified with…
ABSTRACT Benzoic acid is an intermediate material needed in Indonesia. The benzoic acid plant is designed with a production capacity of 18,000 tons per year. The raw materials used are toluene and oxygen, with the assistance of cobalt acetate catalyst through the toluene oxidation reaction. The average import of benzoic acid in Indonesia is 8,339 tons per year (BPS, 2023). It is expected that …