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Optimized Frame Design for Head Loss Testing Equipment Through Material Strength Analysis Wermasaubun, Hendrikus; Fitri, Muhamad; Hamid, Abdul; Romahadi, Dedik
International Journal of Innovation in Mechanical Engineering and Advanced Materials Vol 6, No 1 (2024)
Publisher : Universitas Mercu Buana

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.22441/ijimeam.v6i1.18915

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This article presents the design and analysis of a frame for head loss testing equipment, crucial for evaluating flow losses in pipe installations. The objective was to develop a robust yet lightweight frame that could withstand the operational loads imposed by the testing equipment. The frame, which supports essential components such as pipes, venturi meters, elbows, and reducers, was constructed using ASTM A500 hollow sections with dimensions of 20 x 20 x 1.6 mm and 35 x 35 x 1.6 mm. These dimensions were selected for their balance between strength and weight, validated through strength analysis and SolidWorks simulations. Conducted at Universitas Mercu Buana, the project involved the design, manufacturing, and testing of the frame to determine its load-bearing capacity. The results from the SolidWorks simulations confirmed the frame's structural integrity, which was further validated by its successful application in a practical setup. This study demonstrates the effectiveness of a systematic design approach, integrating material selection, load analysis, and simulation to achieve an optimal solution. The findings contribute valuable insights into the use of ASTM A500 hollow sections in structural applications, particularly where both strength and weight are critical. This work sets a precedent for future designs in mechanical engineering, offering a reliable framework for developing durable and efficient testing equipment.
Heat Mapping and Plastic Strain Radius Modeling of Dual-Tool Friction Stir Welds 6061 Aluminum Alloy Plate Using FEM Youlia, Rikko Putra; Utami, Diah; Romahadi, Dedik; Yishuang, Tang
International Journal of Innovation in Mechanical Engineering and Advanced Materials Vol 6, No 2 (2024)
Publisher : Universitas Mercu Buana

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.22441/ijimeam.v6i2.28235

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This study investigates the effects of Dual-Tool Friction Stir Welding (DT-FSW) parameters on the weld quality of 8 mm thick 6061 aluminum alloy plates, specifically focusing on the elimination or minimization of the "pass-overlap zone" that’s a gap typically observed at the mid-section of the weld cross-section resembling characteristics of the Heat-Affected Zone (HAZ). To address ongoing debates regarding the optimal joint performance concerning this overlap, symmetric increases in the dimensions of both FSW tools were implemented to analyze resultant temperature fields and plastic strain adaptations at the weld interfaces. Simulation visualizations were conducted with tool density variations at intervals of 0.2 mm and 0.4 mm. Results indicate that increasing tool density, thereby reducing the distance between tool surfaces, leads to a decrease in peak temperatures generated during welding. This reduction in temperature correlates with a more uniform distribution of plastic strain rates across all layers of the material—upper, middle, and lower—with the leading edge exhibiting the most significant improvement in strain uniformity. Conversely, during the stabilization phase, a decrease in tool density (S) results in a reduction of the maximum equivalent plastic strain rate. These findings suggest that careful adjustment of tool density in DT-FSW processes can enhance weld quality by promoting more uniform mechanical and thermal properties across the joint.
ANALYSIS OF FIRE FIGHTING PUMP PERFORMANCE USING SNI 03-6570-2001 STANDARD ON SELF-CONTAINED HYDRANTS Auf, Abdurrahman; Biantoro, Agung Wahyudi; Romahadi, Dedik; Chaeroni, Amat
International Journal of Innovation in Mechanical Engineering and Advanced Materials Vol 5, No 2 (2023)
Publisher : Universitas Mercu Buana

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.22441/ijimeam.v5i2.20898

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Self-controlled hydrants are fire protection systems located in residential areas that function for early fire extinguishing. In a fire protection system, the pump plays an important role in supplying water from the reservoir to the end point of the installation. Fire pumps must always be in optimum condition and accordance with applicable standards. This study aims to analyze pump performance at current conditions in self-contained hydrants in the Palmerah District and then compare it with the performance that pumps should have in ideal conditions according to SNI 03-6570-2001 standards. The method used is a quantitative descriptive analysis method by comparing the current condition of the pump with applicable standards and conducting a direct survey of the location of the installed fire pump. The measuring instruments used in the study were a pressure gauge, control box, and pitot gauge. The results obtained through testing and calculating pump performance The pump installed on the self-contained hydrant in actual conditions with a total head of 86.62 m produces a flowrate of 0.0189 m3/s at 2800 RPM and can flow a maximum flowrate of 0.0284 m3/s with a head of 66.94 m while in ideal conditions with approximately the same speed and total pump head of 88.83 m, The pump produces a flow rate of 0.0473 m3/s and can produce a maximum flowrate of 0.0710 m3/s with a head of 71.81 m and when shut-off (Q = 0) at actual and ideal conditions produces a same total pump head 94.10 m. However, the pump in actual conditions can flow a minimum flowrate required of 0.040 m3/s with a pressure required of 350 kPa at 3000 RPM with a total pump head of 108.52 m. Thus, the pump must operate heavier due to the higher total head to deliver the required minimum flow rate and pressure.
Effect of Water Hyacinth Fiber Length and Content on the Torsional Strength of Epoxy Resin Composites Pramana, Putratama Aziz; Fitri, Muhamad; Hamid, Abdul; Romahadi, Dedik
International Journal of Innovation in Mechanical Engineering and Advanced Materials Vol 6, No 3 (2024)
Publisher : Universitas Mercu Buana

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.22441/ijimeam.v6i3.19701

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This study investigates the influence of water hyacinth fiber length and content on the torsional strength of epoxy resin composites. Utilizing an experimental design, specimens were prepared with varying fiber lengths (10 mm, 20 mm, 25 mm, and 135 mm) and content percentages (4%, 7%, and 10%) and subjected to torsional testing according to ASTM E-143 standards. The primary objective was to determine the optimal fiber configurations that enhance the composite's mechanical properties, particularly its resistance to torsional stress. Results indicated that shorter fiber lengths consistently yielded higher torsional strength, with the 20 mm fibers at a 7% content displaying the highest torque resistance, achieving a maximum of 1.418 Nm and a shear stress of 29.348 MPa. In contrast, longer fibers generally showed diminished performance, likely due to poorer resin penetration and fiber-matrix bonding. Regression analysis was employed to develop predictive models for the torsional behavior based on fiber dimensions and compositions, achieving high accuracy with coefficients of determination (R²) ranging from 0.95 to 1.00, suggesting excellent model fits. These findings underscore the potential of using water hyacinth fibers as effective reinforcement in epoxy composites, particularly at optimal lengths and concentrations. The study contributes to the broader utilization of natural fibers in composites, offering a sustainable alternative to synthetic fibers with beneficial mechanical properties and environmental impacts.
STRENGTH ANALYSIS OF A WUXI TUNNEL SHAFT USING FINITE ELEMENT METHOD Sisliana, Azara Vigha; Romahadi, Dedik; Imran, Muhammad
International Journal of Innovation in Mechanical Engineering and Advanced Materials Vol 5, No 1 (2023)
Publisher : Universitas Mercu Buana

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.22441/ijimeam.v5i1.18974

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The Wuxi Tunnel is a machine for producing mochi ice cream from China. One of the most important components in the ongoing production is the shaft. A shaft is a stationary rotating part, usually of a circular cross-section, to which elements such as gears, pulleys, cranks, sprockets, and other rotational transfer elements are attached. The load received by the shaft comes from the product and materials. The load was too heavy and worked continuously, resulting in the shaft breaking 3 times and not being straight. The purpose of this research is to analyze the shaft to determine the type of material and recommended dimensions so that the strength of the shaft is maintained and to determine the stress that occurs on the shaft due to the load from the product and other materials. The research method used in this study is the finite element method using Autodesk Inventor Pro software and manual calculations so that later, the results of the type of material and dimensions suitable for the shaft will be used. The analysis results show that the shaft can withstand loads at a diameter of 50 mm on the type of material AISI 4340 Annealed. The von Mises result for manual calculations is 294.2578 MPa, and the von Mises result for finite elements is 275.5 MPa. The allowable stress is 470 MPa. So that, AISI 4340 material with a recommended large diameter of at least 50 mm is a safe shaft limit that can be used at PT. X because the von Mises value is lower than other types of materials, and a safety factor of 1.71 is more than >1.
Multiclass gas pipeline leak detection using multi-domain signals and genetic algorithm-optimized classification models Suprihatiningsih, Wiwit; Romahadi, Dedik; Pranoto, Hadi; Youlia, Rikko Putra; Anggara, Fajar; Rahmatullah, Rizky
Teknomekanik Vol. 9 No. 1 (2026): Regular Issue
Publisher : Universitas Negeri Padang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24036/teknomekanik.v9i1.38372

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Pipeline networks are critical infrastructure for oil and gas transport because the occurrence of leaks can rapidly escalate into safety, economic, and environmental crises. Operators are practically required to identify the presence and type of leaks; however, applying multiclass recognition is challenging when labeled data and computing power are limited. Therefore, this study proposes a three-stage pipeline which consists of: (1) adopting the GPLA-12 dataset of acoustic or vibration signals spanning 12 leak types; (2) extracting multi-domain features by combining time-domain descriptors with Power Spectral Density (PSD)-based spectral features; and (3) applying a genetic algorithm (GA) as a wrapper for feature selection to enhance discriminability and reduce dimensionality, which was followed by benchmarking seven conventional classifiers and GA-based refinement of the top model with a focus on the feature subset and hyperparameters. A maximum accuracy of 96.35% was achieved on the GPLA-12 dataset with low computation time and a simple model architecture. The proposed pipeline also attained similar or better accuracy at substantially lower complexity and data requirements compared with prior deep CNN approaches. These results support timely multiclass decision-making in resource-constrained industrial settings. A key observation was that the focus was on supervised leak-type classification from acoustic or vibration signals, while localization, severity estimation, and multi-sensor fusion were beyond the scope of this study.
Optimization of CNC Turning Parameters for Surface Roughness of Brass 36000 Using the Taguchi Method Noviana, Agus; Fitri, Muhamad; Romahadi, Dedik
International Journal of Innovation in Mechanical Engineering and Advanced Materials Vol 7, No 3 (2025)
Publisher : Universitas Mercu Buana

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.22441/ijimeam.v7i3.37302

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Brass is widely used in industrial applications due to its excellent machinability and durability, making it well suited for CNC turning operations. Although numerous studies have investigated the optimization of turning parameters, variations in machine tools and cutting conditions often lead to differing conclusions. This study aims to optimize surface roughness in the CNC turning of Brass 36000 using the Taguchi method. An L9 orthogonal array was employed to evaluate the effects of spindle speed, feed rate, depth of cut, and coolant type. Experimental data were analyzed using signal-to-noise (S/N) ratio analysis and analysis of variance (ANOVA) to identify the most influential parameters and optimal cutting conditions. The results indicate that feed rate is the dominant factor affecting surface roughness, contributing 95.54% of the total variation, followed by spindle speed (1.88%), depth of cut (0.33%), and coolant type (0.18%). The optimal machining parameters were determined as a spindle speed of 1700 rpm, feed rate of 0.1 mm/rev, depth of cut of 1.0 mm, and the use of synthetic coolant (GT41), resulting in a minimum surface roughness of 0.67 µm. These findings demonstrate that precise control of feed rate is critical for achieving improved surface quality in CNC turning of brass.
Compound development as a protective layer on fecral substrate by a combination of γ-Al2O3 ultrasonic and NiO electroplating techniques to improve thermal stability Hidayat, Imam; Feriyanto, Dafit; Zakaria, Supaat; Abdulmalik, SS.; Nurato, Nurato; Romahadi, Dedik
SINERGI Vol 30, No 1 (2026)
Publisher : Universitas Mercu Buana

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.22441/sinergi.2026.1.003

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One of the most technologically advanced methods for developing and adhering catalysts to the FeCrAl substrate is electrophoretic deposition. However, it faces a problem: low thermal stability at high temperatures of 10000 °C, caused by a lack of a protective oxide layer. The goal of this study is to investigate the protective oxide layers formed by Al2O3 and NiO coatings on FeCrAl metallic material for catalytic converters (CATCO). The electrolyte was prepared with distilled water at a constant temperature of 40±50 °C. The pH was adjusted to 5 with HCl and NaOH reagents. The electrolyte was prepared at 40 ± 50 °C and stirred for 1 minute using a magnetic stirrer. A 50mm x 10mm Ni plate substrate served as the anode, while a 40mm x 20mm FeCrAl cathode was used. The spacing between the anode and cathode was set at 25mm. The electroplating was conducted for several variation times of 15, 30, 45, 60 and 75 minutes, current density of 8 A/dm2, 3g γ-Al2O3 was inserted into the beaker for each sample and the total surface area was 1600mm2 on both sides. Drying was performed after electroplating at 600 °C for 12 hours.  Raman spectroscopy revealed that several compounds observed during the experimental stages, such as FeCrAl, γ-Al2O3, NiO, NaO2, NiAl2O4, NiCr2O4, and FeCr2O3, were also present in the coated FeCrAl CATCO, with distinct peaks. Therefore, it can be concluded that the UB+EL 30 min successfully deposited the γ-Al2O3 and NiO on the FeCrAl substrate after CATCO fabrication.
Towards enhanced acoustic fan booster damage detection: a comparative study of feature-based and machine learning approaches Youlia, Rikko Putra; Romahadi, Dedik; Feleke, Aberham Genetu; Nugroho, Irfan Evi; Alina, Alina
SINERGI Vol 30, No 1 (2026)
Publisher : Universitas Mercu Buana

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.22441/sinergi.2026.1.016

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Machine failure detection frequently uses non-destructive monitoring techniques such as vibration analysis. Although vibration analysis can identify machine degradation, the apparatus is often costly and necessitates specialist knowledge. Additionally, many existing methods in audio classification rely on characteristics represented as pictures or vectors, which increases computational complexity. In contrast, this research introduces a novel method that substitutes vibration data with a singular numerical feature derived from audio signals, addressing both cost and complexity issues. Our objective is to develop a rapid and precise audio-based method for detecting machine damage. The acoustic signals from the machine apparatus were classified into three categories: normal, belt damage, and combined belt and bearing defect. The data processing technique involved lowering the sample rate and segmenting the data to improve computational efficiency and classification performance. We use the Welch method and appropriate statistical techniques to analyze Power Spectral Density (PSD). The performance of seven classifier models, KNN, LDA, SVM, NB, ANN, RF, and DT, was evaluated using accuracy, precision, sensitivity, specificity, and F-score. LDA achieved the highest accuracy at 92.83%, followed by ANN (92.75%), NB (92.74%), and DT (92.34%). These models outperformed KNN (89.90%) and RF (89.40%), with SVM recording the lowest accuracy at 85.40%. LDA was highly effective, achieving the highest accuracy with a single average PSD-type feature, showcasing its robustness in machine defect diagnosis. Compared to previous methods, this approach simplifies feature extraction, reduces computational demands, and maintains high diagnostic performance, providing notable benefits in terms of effectiveness and precision. 
STUDI NUMERIK KARAKTERISTIK VORTEX GENERATOR PADA MODIFIKASI AIRFOIL JOUKOWKSI DAN PADA SILINDER Re = 100,000 Fajar Anggara; Dedik Romahadi; Subekti; Alief Avicenna Luthfie
Scientific Journal of Mechanical Engineering Kinematika Vol 10 No 2 (2025): SJME Kinematika Desember 2025
Publisher : Mechanical Engineering Department, Faculty of Engineering, Universitas Lambung Mangkurat

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20527/sjmekinematika.v10i2.797

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Utilization of ocean wave energy is one of the renewable energy sources with high potential in Indonesia. The use of Vortex Induced Vibration (VIV) has been widely developed by researchers, where the vortex will self-excite to create vibrations. Of course, its efficiency will increase when installed simultaneously to form a row. Wake Induced Vortex (WIV) has greater potential because it adds vibration through a vortex generator in a row of VIVs in the wake area. This study studied the characteristics of the vortex generator that will be used in WIV. The research method used CFD simulation Fluent 2025 with 3-dimensional geometry. The mesh used is 700 thousand in the form of a hexahedral. Independent mesh studies have been conducted so that the number of meshes 700 thousand is the most optimal and does not affect the simulation results. The Y+ value used is 1, so the mesh thickness close to the wall for Re 100,000 is 1 mm. The location of the flow separation greatly affects the vortex structure and shedding frequency of each geometry. Whereas airfoil produces bigger power but it has less frequency shedding than cylinder.