Claim Missing Document
Check
Articles

Found 23 Documents
Search

Effect of Zinc Addition in Copper to Structure, Hardness, Corrosion, and Antibacterial Activity Lisa Samura; Mustamina Maulani; Cahaya Rosyidan; Kartika Fajarwati Hartono; Suryo Prakoso; Evi Ulina Margareta Situmorang; Daniel Edbert; Bambang Soegijono; Muhammad Yunan Hasbi; Ferry Budhi Susetyo
Journal of Applied Engineering and Technological Science (JAETS) Vol. 6 No. 1 (2024): Journal of Applied Engineering and Technological Science (JAETS)
Publisher : Yayasan Riset dan Pengembangan Intelektual (YRPI)

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37385/jaets.v6i1.6098

Abstract

Brass (CuZn) is widely used today due to better mechanical, thermal, and chemical properties. The present research fabricated CuZn alloy by adding various Zn (6, 9, and 12 wt.%) to the Cu using gravity casting. Casts CuZn alloy by adding various Zn to the Cu to investigate optimum composition were resulting highest inhibited of bacterial activity. In addition, the structure, hardness, and electrochemical behavior of the alloy were also investigated using XRD, Vickers hardness, and potentiostat equipment. XRD confirmed that CuZn alloy has an alpha phase, and a FCC crystal structure. The rise of the Zn content in the alloy led to an increase in crystallite size, a decrease in the hardness and a shift to a more negative OCP potential at 1200 s measurement. Enhancing the Zn content to 9 wt.% in the alloy lead to decrease the corrosion rate. Moreover, 24-hour post-contact observation found that the sample places removed remained clear of bacteria. The Cu6Zn sample successfully inhibited the growth of Escherichia coli in the 3rd hour, while Staphylococcus aureus was 100 % reduced in the 7th hour. The Cu6Zn sample could be used as an alternative material for medical equipment in ambulances.
Optimization of Alternative CMC Sources from Rice Husk, Sawdust, and Caustic Soda, and The Effect of PH Increase on Filtration Loss and Rheology of Drilling Mud Lisa Samura; Cahaya Rosyidan; Mustamina Maulani; Andry Prima; Maman Djumantara; Dina Asmaul Chusniyah; Aqlyna Fattahanisa; Bayu Satiyawira; Mentari Gracia Soekardy; Brilliani
Scientific Contributions Oil and Gas Vol 48 No 4 (2025)
Publisher : Testing Center for Oil and Gas LEMIGAS

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.29017/scog.v48i4.1849

Abstract

Drilling mud plays a vital role in maintaining wellbore stability, carrying cuttings, and controlling formation pressure during drilling operations. Typically, Carboxy Methyl Cellulose (CMC) is used to enhance mud viscosity and reduce filtration loss, but its synthetic nature makes it relatively expensive. This study investigates rice husk and sawdust as natural, cost-effective alternatives to CMC. Various compositions were evaluated using the Box-Behnken design in Response Surface Methodology (RSM) to optimize the mud formulation. Results indicate that a combination of 6 g rice husk and 6 g sawdust provides the best performance in improving rheological properties such as yield point and gel strength, while significantly reducing filtration loss. Gradual addition of caustic soda (NaOH) effectively increases mud pH to the ideal range (9–11), enhancing chemical stability. RSM successfully modeled the statistical relationship among variables and facilitated identification of the optimal formulation.
Drilling Fluid Optimization Using Response Surface Methodology Bayu Satiyawira; Mustamina Maulani; Lisa Samura; Havidh Pramadika; Asri Nugrahanti; Cahaya Rosyidan; Andry Prima; Muhammad Dzaki Arkaan; Widia Yanti
Scientific Contributions Oil and Gas Vol 48 No 4 (2025)
Publisher : Testing Center for Oil and Gas LEMIGAS

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.29017/scog.v48i4.1900

Abstract

Water-based drilling fluids commonly exhibit rheological degradation under high-temperature, high-pressure (HTHP) conditions, resulting in significant reductions in viscosity, yield point (YP), and gel strength (GS). Previous studies relying on conventional additives such as PAC, CMC, KOH, and NaOH have not fully resolved this issue, particularly in maintaining rheological stability at elevated temperatures. This study addresses this gap by introducing an alkaline polymer as a multifunctional additive intended to replace several conventional components while enhancing thermal resistance. Response Surface Methodology (RSM) with a Box–Behnken design was used to evaluate the combined effects of Carboxymethyl Cellulose (CMC) and alkaline polymer at three temperature levels: 80°F, 150°F, and 250°F. Experimental results show that at 150°F, the optimized formulation consists of 3.5 g CMC and 3.6 g alkaline polymer, yielding a viscosity of 17.64 cP, plastic viscosity of 12.46 cP, and a YP of 7.72 lb/100 ft², representing a substantial improvement compared to the baseline formulations, where YP values decreased significantly with temperature. The optimized mud also demonstrated improved gel strength and consistent filtrate control relative to non-optimized systems. The novelty of this study lies in the use of an alkaline polymer as a single multifunctional substitute for multiple drilling-fluid additives, combined with a multi-temperature RSM optimization framework. The findings provide a simplified, thermally stable drilling-fluid formulation suitable for HTHP environments.