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Performance Comparison of Polycrystalline Solar Cells with and Without Reflectors Septia Refly; Basyaruddin Ismail Harahap; Bimbi Aditya Wanatirta; Rahmat Kholis Harahap; Doli Bonardo
Jurnal Teknik Elektro Vol. 17 No. 1 (2025)
Publisher : LPPM Universitas Negeri Semarang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/jte.v17i1.34337

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This research aims to analyze the comparison of power output between Polycrystalline solar panels with and without the use of mirror reflectors. The growing demand for sustainable energy sources necessitates ongoing efforts to enhance the efficiency of photovoltaic (PV) technology. In this study, a comparative experimental design was implemented over a two-day period, utilizing two identical solar panel configurations: a Reflector Equipped-Solar Panel (RESP) and a Solar Panel Without Reflector (WRSP). The electrical parameters of both configurations, including voltage, current, and power output, along with temperature, were continuously monitored and analyzed. The results indicate that the RESP consistently outperformed the WRSP. On average, the RESP produced 28–35% higher electrical current, which directly translated into a 25–32% increase in power output compared to the WRSP. The peak power of the RESP reached 21.3 W, whereas the WRSP peaked at 16.2 W. Although the RESP operated at a higher temperature (approximately 5–7 °C greater than WRSP), the power gain from increased irradiance effectively outweighed the thermal losses. These findings provide strong empirical evidence that reflective augmentation is a viable and cost-effective method for enhancing the performance of standard solar panels, offering valuable insights for maximizing renewable energy harvesting.
Design and Development of a Water Flow Monitoring Device using Mitsubishi FX3U-14MT PLC Herri Trisna Frianto; Syahrul Humaidi; Kerista Tarigan; Dadan Ramdan; Doli Bonardo; Fauzan Amri
Journal of Engineering and Technological Sciences Vol. 58 No. 3 (2026): Vol. 58 No. 3(2026): June
Publisher : Directorate for Research and Community Services, Institut Teknologi Bandung

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.5614/j.eng.technol.sci.2026.58.3.3

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Efficient water management is essential for ensuring sustainability and reducing operational costs, especially in small to medium-scale buildings such as schools, health clinics, and office facilities. This paper presents the design and implementation of a cost-effective automated water flow monitoring system, integrating a Mitsubishi FX3U-14MT PLC with an Arduino module to facilitate real-time flow measurement and precise control of solenoid valves. The PLC is programmed using ladder logic, while the Arduino is responsible for processing sensor data, thereby enhancing measurement accuracy and contributing to overall system flexibility. In contrast to conventional industrial automation solutions, this system is specifically designed for small-scale applications, offering an effective balance of affordability, simplicity, and reliability. Experimental testing demonstrates that the system achieves high measurement accuracy, operational stability over extended use, and optimized energy efficiency, ensuring long-term reliability in water flow management. Additionally, the system’s modular design enables straightforward adaptation to various facility sizes and plumbing configurations. These findings validate the proposed system as an accessible yet effective automation solution, particularly suitable for environments where implementing large-scale industrial control systems may be impractical. Future research could focus on incorporating adaptive control algorithms and enhancing sensor integration to further improve system performance and flexibility.
Detecting Shallow Water Submarine Cables with Single Beam Echosounder in Tidung Island M Hasbi Sidqi Alajuri; Henry M. Manik; Muhammad Zainuddin Lubis; RozeffPramana; Basyaruddin Islmail Harahap; Doli Bonardo; Marisha Pertiwi; Suhengki
Journal of Applied Geospatial Information Vol. 10 No. 1 (2026): Journal of Applied Geospatial Information (JAGI)
Publisher : Politeknik Negeri Batam

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30871/jagi.v10i1.12118

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Detecting submarine cables in tropical shallow waters remains challenging due to environmental complexity and the similarity of backscatter signatures to other seafloor objects. This study characterizes the acoustic backscatter response of two types of submarine cables concrete-armored and non-armored in the waters of Tidung Island using a SIMRAD EK-15 and a Furuno FCV-628 echosounder operating at 200 kHz. Data processing was conducted to derive Volume Backscattering Strength (SVc) and Surface Scattering Strength (SS). Measurements of the concrete-armored cable using the Furuno system produced SVc values of −6.701 dB and −5.055 dB, and SS values of −11.855 dB and −9.510 dB, indicating high reflectivity due to the impedance contrast between concrete and seawater. In contrast, measurements of the non-armored cable using the SIMRAD system yielded SVc values of −11.547 dB and −12.600 dB and SS values of −14.612 dB and −15.665 dB, reflecting weaker and more variable returns caused by direct exposure of the cable structure to sediments and hydrodynamic forces. The consistent differences between the two cable types demonstrate that each structure exhibits a distinctive acoustic signature that can be used as a discriminating parameter for mapping. This study provides important empirical evidence by presenting direct acoustic backscatter characterization of submarine cables in Indonesia and demonstrates that commercial echosounders can reliably support infrastructure inspection in shallow-water environments.
Analisis Perbandingan Output Daya Panel Surya Monokristalin dengan dan tanpa Reflektor Cermin Harahap, Basyaruddin Ismail; wanatirta, Bimbi Adytia; alajuri, M. Hasbi Sidqi; Bonardo, Doli; Bavitra, Bavitra
Jurnal Ilmiah Teknik Mesin, Elektro dan Komputer Vol. 5 No. 2 (2025): Juli: Jurnal Ilmiah Teknik Mesin, Elektro dan Komputer
Publisher : Lembaga Pengembangan Kinerja Dosen

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.51903/juritek.v5i2.4332

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This research aims to analyze the comparison of the power output of monocrystalline solar panels with and without the use of mirror reflectors. The utilization of solar energy continues to grow, but the efficiency of solar panels highly depends on light intensity. The use of mirror reflectors is proposed as a method to increase the irradiation received by the panels. A quantitative experimental method was used, involving two identical configurations of monocrystalline solar panels: one without a reflector (control) and one with a mirror reflector. Voltage, current, temperature, and power data were collected every minute from 08:00 to 14:00 WIB using a microcontroller-based data acquisition system. The average results show an increase in the output power of the panel with a reflector (1.75W) compared to without a reflector (1.58W), although the temperature of the panel with a reflector is slightly higher. Analysis of variance (ANOVA) shows that the F-value (15206.12) far exceeds the F-table (2.012305) with a p-value approaching zero (0). These results statistically prove the existence of a significant difference in power output between the two configurations. Thus, it can be concluded that the use of mirror reflectors substantially increases the power output of monocrystalline solar panels, making it an effective strategy for optimizing the performance of photovoltaic systems.
Comparative Study of 10 Wp Solar Panel Performance with Mirror Reflectors at Various Angles BASYARUDDIN ISMAIL HARAHAP; SEPTIA REFLY; DOLI BONARDO; BAVITRA BAVITRA; BIMBI ADYTIA WANATIRTA
ELKOMIKA: Jurnal Teknik Energi Elektrik, Teknik Telekomunikasi, & Teknik Elektronika Vol 14, No 1: Published January 2026
Publisher : Institut Teknologi Nasional, Bandung

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26760/elkomika.v14i1.84

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Improving solar panel performance is challenging due to increasing of solar radiation. This study investigates the effect of variations in the angle of the flat mirror reflector on the surface temperature and electrical performance of a 10 Wp monocrystalline solar panel using an ESP32-based data acquisition system with INA219 and DS18B20 sensors. Reflector angles of 45°, 60°, and 75° were tested from 08:00 to 16:00 WIB. The results indicate that the 45° reflector produced the lowest temperature (≈60 °C), the highest average voltage (19.7–20.0 V), maximum current of 120 mA, and peak power of 2.6 W. In contrast, the 75° angle increased the temperature to 72 °C and reduced the electrical output. The study concludes that a 45° reflector angle is optimal for low-power solar panels in hot tropical environments.