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The Effect of Alkalization on the Mechanical Properties of Sansevieria Fiber Bio-Composit: Pengaruh Alkali Basa Terhadap Sifat Mekanik Bio-Komposit Serat Sansevieria Edi Widodo; Ali Akbar; Boy Isma Putra
Academia Open Vol. 8 No. 2 (2023): December
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Sidoarjo

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.21070/acopen.8.2023.7237

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Alkali treatment of natural fibers has a role in removing hemicellulose and lignin layers. This layer prevents the matrix from bonding with the natural fiber cellulose structure. The use of an inappropriate type of alkali will reduce its effectiveness and can even damage the cellulose layer. This study compared the effectiveness of alkaline NaOH, CaOH and KOH in removing lignin and hemicellulose and their ability to maintain cellulose content. The use of the immersion method in alkaline solutions is well controlled. The FTIR characterization test was used to detect functional group changes, the TGV test to detect heat resistance ability, the XRD test to detect structural changes in crystalline and amorphous properties of sansevieria natural fibers. Furthermore, the tensile test to determine the effect of alkaline treatment on changes in mechanical strength Tensile strength. From the test results it was found that the alkaline NaOH gave the best characteristics by detecting the presence of cellulose, tensile strength and the nature of the crystalline atomic structure. Highlights: Effectiveness of Alkali Types: Comparison of NaOH, CaOH, and KOH effectiveness in removing lignin and hemicellulose while preserving cellulose content. Characterization Techniques: FTIR, TGA, and XRD tests used for functional group changes, heat resistance, and structural properties evaluation. NaOH Superiority: Alkaline NaOH treatment demonstrated best results in maintaining cellulose, enhancing tensile strength, and influencing atomic structure. Keywords: Alkali treatment, Natural fibers, Lignin removal, Cellulose preservation, Tensile strength.
ANALISA VARIASI SUHU PADA PROSES DESTILASI BIOETANOL DARI BIJI JAGUNG Rangga Bayu; A’rasy Fahruddin; Rachmat Firdaus; Edi Widodo
ARMATUR : Artikel Teknik Mesin & Manufaktur Vol. 7 No. 1 (2026): Jurnal Armatur
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Metro

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24127/armatur.v7i1.10158

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The increasing demand for renewable energy has encouraged research into the development of bioethanol from abundant local raw materials, one of which is corn kernels which are rich in starch. This study was conducted to determine the effect of variations in distillation temperature on the volume and purity of bioethanol produced from fermented corn kernels. The research process begins with material preparation, namely sowing corn kernels until they germinate, grinding, then fermenting with yeast (Saccharomyces cerevisiae) for 7 days. The fermentation results were then distilled for 30 minutes using a simple distillation apparatus with three temperature variations, namely 70°C, 80°C, and 90°C. The volume of bioethanol was measured using a measuring cup, while the ethanol content was tested using an alcohol meter. The results showed that at a temperature of 70°C a volume of 130 ml of bioethanol was obtained with a purity of 67%, at a temperature of 80°C a volume of 168 ml was obtained with the highest purity of 83%, while at a temperature of 90°C the volume increased to 191 ml but the purity decreased to 73%. The data demonstrates a trade-off between ethanol volume and purity, where higher heating temperatures increase volume, but purity does not always increase. This study concludes that the optimal distillation temperature is 80°C, as lower energy can produce bioethanol with a combination of a relatively large volume and the highest purity.