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Enhancing Proton Exchange Membrane Fuel Cell (PEMFC) Performance through Optimized Design of Parallel Channel Bipolar Plates Moh Nurkhamal; Rizkia, Vika; Vina Nanda Garjati; Radhi Maladzi
Recent in Engineering Science and Technology Vol. 3 No. 01 (2025): RiESTech Volume 03 No. 01 Years 2025
Publisher : MBI

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.59511/riestech.v3i01.94

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In this modern era, the demand for efficient and environmentally friendly energy sources is increasing. One technology with significant potential to meet this demand is the Proton Exchange Membrane Fuel Cell (PEMFC). This study aims to investigate the influence of channel width and depth variations in parallel bipolar plate designs on PEMFC performance. Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) was employed to analyze hydrogen flow distribution and pressure across various design variations. The results demonstrate that channel width and depth significantly affect pressure distribution and flow velocity, which in turn influence the efficiency of the PEMFC system. Increasing channel width generally reduces maximum pressure, while deeper channels help to distribute pressure more evenly across the bipolar plate. Optimized channel width and depth can enhance PEMFC operational performance by reducing pressure drop and promoting uniform flow distribution.
Pengaruh Penambahan Variasi Fraksi Massa Serbuk Cangkang Kelapa Sawit (PKS) pada Sifat Mekanis Komposit Hibrid Fiberglass–Epoxy Vina Nanda Garjati; Rizkia, Vika; Purnama, Dewin; Rahmiati, Tia; Shomami, Amalina
INSOLOGI: Jurnal Sains dan Teknologi Vol. 5 No. 2 (2026): April 2026
Publisher : Yayasan Literasi Sains Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.55123/insologi.v5i2.7924

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The demand for renewable energy sources in Indonesia continues to rise in line with national energy transition efforts. Wind energy represents a significant but underutilized potential, yet its development is hampered by high investment costs, particularly in manufacturing wind turbine blades that rely on expensive composite materials. This research aims to identify more economical and sustainable material alternatives without compromising the necessary mechanical strength. Hybrid composites were developed by combining fiberglass and palm kernel shell (PKS) powder as reinforcement within an epoxy matrix. Variations of PKS addition were set at 12 wt.%, 20 wt.%, and 24 wt.%. Flexural test results indicated that PKS addition significantly influenced flexural strength, with the highest value (169.67 MPa) observed in specimen A3 (12 wt.% PKS) and the lowest (58.74 MPa) in specimen A1 (24 wt.% PKS). Shore D hardness testing revealed a complex trend: specimen A4 (30% fiberglass) exhibited the highest hardness, whereas specimen A2 showed the lowest. These findings underscore the importance of balancing fiberglass and PKS proportions to achieve optimal and sustainable mechanical performance.