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AN ANALYSIS OF LIFE CYCLE SUSTAINABILITY ASSESSMENT ON THE SUGAR PRODUCTION PROCESS IN PT X Dina, Atikah Aulia; Tama, Ishardita Pambudi; Gapsari, Femiana; Ayunin, Aliya Qurrota
International Journal of Mechanical Engineering Technologies and Applications Vol. 6 No. 1 (2025)
Publisher : Mechanical Engineering Department, Engineering Faculty, Brawijaya University

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.21776/MECHTA.2025.006.01.7

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Among the industries that have detrimental effects on the environment is the sugarcane sector. Consequently, it is possible to draw the conclusion that the sugarcane sector is not environmentally sustainable. According to the study's findings, the primary cause of all damage categories is the usage of power produced through bagasse cogeneration. With a total score of 71,2%, human health makes the largest contribution to the harm categories. It is anticipated that this research's findings will lessen PT X's environmental effect, making the company more environmentally sustainable.
Natural fiber substitution in glass fiber-reinforced plastics: A Tensile properties simulation Wikarta, Alief; Andikusuma, Chandya; Ariatedja, Julendra; Batan, I Made Londen; Gapsari, Femiana; Khoo, Sze Wei
Teknomekanik Vol. 8 No. 1 (2025): Regular Issue
Publisher : Universitas Negeri Padang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24036/teknomekanik.v8i1.33472

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Glass fiber-reinforced polymer composite materials, commonly used for industrial axial flow fan blades due to their high strength-to-weight ratio, are environmentally criticized for their non-biodegradability. This concern has prompted the investigation of eco-friendly alternatives, such as sisal and kenaf as natural fibers. Although they generally have lower mechanical properties than synthetic fibers, they offer advantages in terms of biodegradability, cost, and density. This study aims to evaluate the feasibility of partially substituting glass fiber with unidirectional natural fibers kenaf and sisal in a 14-layer GFRP axial fan blade through numerical simulation. The research employed a finite element method (FEM) to simulate tensile testing in accordance with ASTM D-638 standards. Several hybrid layer configurations were analyzed, focusing on the number and position of natural fiber layers replacing glass fiber, particularly the glass roving (GR) layers. The simulation investigated how these substitutions influence the overall tensile stress and elastic modulus of the composite blade structure. The findings suggest that this substitution does not significantly affect tensile characteristics but substantially improves the biodegradability of the composite, resulting in a more environmentally friendly material without compromising mechanical performance.
PENGARUH GEOMETRI DAN PENAMBAHAN JUMLAH SIRIP TERHADAP DISTRIBUSI TEMPERATUR HEAT SINK SEBAGAI ALTERNATIF PENDINGINAN PADA PIRANTI ELEKTRONIK Subekti, Fajar; Wahyudi, Slamet; Gapsari, Femiana
Jurnal Rekayasa Mesin Vol. 14 No. 3 (2023)
Publisher : Jurusan Teknik Mesin, Fakultas Teknik, Universitas Brawijaya

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.21776/jrm.v14i3.1465

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This study aims to determine the effect of the geometry shape of the copper material heat sink fins on the surface temperature distribution of the heat sink. The material used in this research is pure copper, the shape of the heat sink fins is made rippled with the addition of the number of fins 5, 6, and 7 and the input temperature is varied from 40 C to 80 C with airflow variations from 0.2 m/s to 1 m/s. The first step is to create a heat sink design with Autodesk Inventor. Then the plan is simulated with Autodesk CFD to solve the continuity, momentum, turbulence, and energy equations. Based on the method that has been carried out, it is found that the addition of variations in the number of fins affects the decrease in surface temperature. The highest temperature drop on fin 5 ripples is 24.1 C. The heat energy transfer rate increased by 0.4657 W. The convection heat transfer coefficient  increased by 3.47 W/m²C. Nusselt number shows an increase of 271. Fin performance has increased efficiency by  63.4 %, and effectiveness by 1.61. The results of this study are expected to provide practical alternatives that can be widely adopted on a heatsink plate that is very promising for future thermal developments.
Surface Characterization on Electrophoretic Deposition Oof 316l Stainless Steel with Dissolved Chitosan for Biomedical Application Setyarini, Putu Hadi; Gapsari, Femiana; Harjo, Apollo Ode Rea
International Journal of Mechanical Engineering Technologies and Applications Vol. 3 No. 1 (2022)
Publisher : Mechanical Engineering Department, Engineering Faculty, Brawijaya University

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.21776/MECHTA.2022.003.01.6

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Of many compounds materials, metallic biomaterial is widely used in human medical devices. An implant material's corrosion resistance impacts its flexibility and longevity. This corrosion resistance is also an important consideration for biocompatibility. This biomaterial contains stainless steel whcih may corrode after being installed in the human body since  the passivity of stainless steel disappears when it is exposed to acids in the human body for a long duration. In addition, lacks of oxygen inhibits the formation of a new Cr2O3 layer for corrosion protection. Based on this phenomenon, an advance treatment is required to improve the resistance corrosion of implant. This study investigates the effect of the concentration and duration of chitosan on the thickness and corrosion resistance of biomaterials. The concentration of chitosan used was 0.08%, 0.16%, and 0.24% while the voltage used was constant at 10 V. The test results demonstrated the lowest corrosion rate occrured for 0.24 % chitosan concentration with 30 minutes coating duration. The lowest corrosion rate achieved was 0.014 mmpy and the maximum thickness was 75.4 μm. This study could be then used as a new solution to increase the safety of existing implants using biodegradable and non-toxic compounds. The next experiment should be implantation in real human body.
CARDIAC BIOMETRICS AND PERCEIVED WORKLOAD REGRESSION ANALYSIS USING RANDOM FOREST REGRESSOR IN COGNITIVE MANUFACTURING TASKS Harmayanti, Afifah; Tama, Ishardita Pambudi; Gapsari, Femiana; Akbar, Zuardin; Juliano, Hans
International Journal of Mechanical Engineering Technologies and Applications Vol. 5 No. 1 (2024)
Publisher : Mechanical Engineering Department, Engineering Faculty, Brawijaya University

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.21776/MECHTA.2024.005.01.11

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Workload is crucial in managing and maintaining good performance of human resources and allocations. In an advanced manufacturing industry, human job functions had shifted to cognitive tasks. Thus, cognitive workload evaluation should be used to monitor worker’s workload in optimal condition. Most common tool of cognitive workload tools are perceived measurement, like NASA – TLX questionnaire. Despite of its sensitivity to capture workload felt by the workers, this subjective measurement was prone to bias. Objective measurement utilizing biometrics data of the human body during working state was useful to eliminate bias. Cardiac biometrics were one of the many that were closely related to mental activity changes. The objective of this study was to understand the relationship of cardiac biometrics to perceived workload as an indicator of cognitive workload analysis. The study utilized four biometrics, heart rate, HRV low frequency power, total frequency power and ratio of low and high frequency power, were used to analyzed a one hour long cognitive based study case. The study case was designed in a manufacturing planning context referring to manufacturing aptitude tests, to induce cognition process on 30 participants. The biometrics and NASA – TLX score result of all the participants, were then calculated as effect size standardization before input into random forest regressor model to analyze relationship between cardiac biometrics and perceived workload. The result found a moderate relationship between the two (r2 = 0.576). Features importance also showed the most impactful feature to the model is the effect size of frequency power ratio. However, it is recommended to always consider evaluating multiple cardiac biometrics in workload analysis to ensure good model performance.
MODIFICATION OF WOVEN DENDROCALAMUS ASPER IN COMPOSITE APPLICATIONS Raharjo, Rudianto; Darmadi, Djarot Bangun; Gapsari, Femiana; Setyarini, Putu Hadi; Alamsyah, Fikrul Akbar
International Journal of Mechanical Engineering Technologies and Applications Vol. 5 No. 2 (2024)
Publisher : Mechanical Engineering Department, Engineering Faculty, Brawijaya University

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.21776/MECHTA.2024.005.02.6

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The aim of this study is to examine the influence of immersing Petung Bamboo in a NaOH solution on the tensile strength (TS) of composites containing an epoxy matrix. Petung Bamboo Webbing was given 0%, 3%, 6% and 9%, soaking treatment. The Composite utilised in this investigation was fabricated by the Vacuum Assisted Resin Infusion technique. Tensile testing of composites is conducted according to the ASTM D638-1 standard. The findings indicated a positive correlation between the concentration of NaOH immersion and the adhesion between the woven surface of Petung Bamboo and the matrix. Consequently, the TS of the Composite was enhanced. However, increasing the concentrations beyond a certain point leads to more degradation of the lignin and cellulose in the fibers, resulting in a loss in the strength of the composite. The Petung Bamboo woven reinforced Composite achieved the highest TS of 136.06 MPa after being treated with a 6% NaOH immersion. This was followed by a 3% NaOH immersion treatment resulting in a TS of 106.04 MPa. Without any NaOH immersion treatment, the composite had a TS of 97.31 MPa. The lowest TS of the composite was observed after a 9% NaOH immersion treatment, measuring 90.79 MPa. The Petung Bamboo wicker-reinforced composite with NaOH immersion treatment showed higher fiber pullout and fiber-matrix debonding failures, while higher NaOH treatment concentration reduced these failures.
SUPERHYDROPHOBIC AND ANTIBACTERIAL COATINGS ON VARIOUS COTTON FABRICS USING ZNO AND AESO Wijaya, Hastono; Gapsari, Femiana; Sulaiman, Abdul M.; Harmayanti, Afifah; Barasa, Alvadro; Andrean, Janu; Warman, Sa Bashkaran Adi; Kriswardhana, Willy; Naimah, Azimatun
International Journal of Mechanical Engineering Technologies and Applications Vol. 5 No. 2 (2024)
Publisher : Mechanical Engineering Department, Engineering Faculty, Brawijaya University

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.21776/MECHTA.2024.005.02.12

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Superhydrophobic coatings on cotton utilized in medical applications like hospital gowns and bed linens to offer a protective barrier against fluids and bacteria. Masks were worn with different types of materials. In this study, various cotton employed ZnO and AESO to effectively decrease the surface energy of cotton fabric via a Schiff base reaction. This chemical transformation resulted in the formation of a textured surface structure that exhibited robust adhesion qualities. The study demonstrates that the superhydrophobic coating on silk fabric increases 153. 59%. The coating on silk provides a reference for fabric types with ZnO and AESO coatings.
Enhanced structural and thermal properties of oil palm frond fiber-derived nanocellulose using chemical and mechanical treatments for eco-friendly composites Randis, Randis; Gapsari, Femiana
Jurnal Polimesin Vol 23, No 2 (2025): April
Publisher : Politeknik Negeri Lhokseumawe

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30811/jpl.v23i2.6270

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This study investigates the extraction and characterization of Cellulose Nanofibrils (CNFs) from Oil Palm Frond Fibers (OPFFs) using a combined chemical and mechanical treatment approach. Alkali treatment and bleaching effectively removed non-cellulosic components, increasing the Crystallinity Index (CI) from 58.75% in untreated OPFFs to 73.09% in Chemically Treated Microfibrillated cellulose (CMFs). Subsequent ultrafine grinding further enhanced the CI to 81.93%, demonstrating high purity and improved structural integrity. Thermogravimetric Analysis (TGA) revealed enhanced thermal stability, with the maximum degradation temperature rising from 286°C in OPFFs to 339°C in CNFs. X-ray Diffraction (XRD) analysis confirmed the retention of the cellulose of crystalline structure after all treatments. The novelty of this study lies in the systematic valorization of oil palm frond fibers, an abundant agricultural waste in Indonesia, through an integrated chemical-mechanical process to produce high-performance nanocellulose. These findings demonstrated that OPF-derived CNFs possess superior structural and thermal properties, making them strong candidates for reinforcing eco-friendly polymer composites in sustainable material applications