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Development of a MATLAB GUI Application for Computing Reliability Indices at an Electrical Substation Fajri, Amrisal Kamal; Efendi, Erwan Tri; Evan, Bah; Prihatmini, Eri
Eksergi Vol. 21 No. 02 (2025): MAY 2025
Publisher : Politeknik Negeri Semarang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32497/eksergi.v21i02.6844

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The reliability of power distribution systems plays a crucial role in ensuring the continuous and efficient supply of electricity to consumers. This study presents the development of a MATLAB-based Graphical User Interface (GUI) application designed to compute key reliability indices, including SAIFI (System Average Interruption Frequency Index), SAIDI (System Average Interruption Duration Index), and CAIDI (Customer Average Interruption Duration Index), specifically for electrical substations. The application was developed using MATLAB's App Designer and structured to provide an intuitive and interactive user experience. Real operational data from a 150 kV substation were utilized to test and validate the application’s functionality. The results demonstrate that the tool effectively simplifies the reliability analysis process, reduces calculation time, and minimizes the potential for manual errors. This application can serve as a practical support system for engineers and researchers in evaluating and improving the performance of electrical distribution systems.
Polymer Microfluidics Chip Fabrication and Its Energy Application: A Mini Review Sandi, Dianisa; Li, Yang; Evan, Bah; Efendi, Erwan Tri; Huda, Luqman Al; Fajri, Amrisal Kamal; Prihatmini, Eri
Eksergi Vol. 21 No. 01 (2025): JANUARY 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32497/eksergi.v21i01.6352

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Microfluidics is a technology that manipulates fluids at a microscale and has shown great potential in various fields, including energy. This mini-review discusses common microfluidic materials and the main techniques in microfluidic chip fabrication, such as photolithography, soft lithography, and 3D printing-based fabrication methods. Furthermore, several applications of microfluidic chips in the energy sector, such as solar energy and fuel cell systems development, are also discussed. The use of microfluidic chips in energy systems offers high efficiency, low material consumption, and good system integration. This review aims to provide an overview of the progress of microfluidic chip fabrication and its energy potential applications.
Validation Insulation Resistance Testing and Reliability Assessment of 6 kV Current Transformers for High Voltage Applications Suwarti, Suwarti; Hermawan, Natanael Yonando; Fajri, Amrisal Kamal; Samaratungga, Langga
Eksergi Vol. 21 No. 01 (2025): JANUARY 2025
Publisher : Politeknik Negeri Semarang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32497/eksergi.v21i01.6357

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Current transformers (CTs) are critical components in electrical power systems, particularly for measurement and protection functions in high-voltage systems. However, the performance and operational safety of CTs heavily depend on the quality of their insulation. A common issue encountered is insulation degradation due to aging, humidity, or external disturbances, which can lead to system faults or even complete equipment failure. This study aims to evaluate the insulation condition of a 6 kV CT through insulation resistance testing. The method employed involves measuring the insulation resistance using a megohmmeter with a direct current (DC) test voltage, where resistance values are recorded in megaohms (MΩ) up to gigaohms (GΩ). The test results showed an average resistance value of 145.5 GΩ, significantly exceeding the minimum threshold of 1 MΩ per kilovolt as stipulated in international standards (VDE 228/4). Therefore, it can be concluded that the CT insulation is in excellent condition and is reliably suitable for operation in high-voltage systems.
The Effectiveness of Mechanical Power on An Auxiliary Rotor in The Design of Counter Rotating Wind Turbine (CRWT) Huda, Luqman Al; Evan, Bah; Prasetya, Ari; Sandi, Dianisa Khoirum; Prihatmini, Eri; Fajri, Amrisal Kamal
Eksergi Vol. 21 No. 01 (2025): JANUARY 2025
Publisher : Politeknik Negeri Semarang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32497/eksergi.v21i01.6359

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The counter-rotating wind turbine (CRWT) represents a novel development in horizontal-axis wind turbine technology. This innovative design incorporates an additional rotor that rotates in unison with the main rotor along the same axis. Without the supplementary rotor, the turbine's configuration is analogous to that of a horizontal-axis wind turbine (HAWT) with the main rotor functioning independently. The primary objective of this study is to undertake a comparative analysis of the effectiveness of mechanical energy generation, as measured by torque, between the CRWT and HAWT designs. The configuration of the wind turbine is situated within a wind tunnel, characterized by a rectangular cross-section. The testing of wind turbines has been conducted at wind velocity of 2 m/s, 3 m/s, and 4.5 m/s. The total mechanical power measured was 0.14 W, 0.21 W, and 0.28 W at wind velocity of 2 m/s, 3 m/s, and 4.5 m/s, respectively. The final results of the study have analyzed the effectiveness of power enhancement through power coefficients.