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Scientific Journal of Mechanical Engineering Kinematika
ISSN : 26559048     EISSN : 2655903X     DOI : http://dx.doi.org/10.20527
Scientific Journal of Mechanical Engineering Kinematika (SJME Kinematika) is a mechanical engineering journal that focuses on Energy, Applied Mechanics, Materials, Manufacturing Processes. SJME Kinematics journal publish in Indonesian and receive in English. Scientific Journal of Mechanical Engineering Kinematika (SJME Kinematika) is an Open Access Journal that is available for free on online media. We are not only accept journals that focus on the derivatives of the four fields below, but also the possibility of an integrated focus of fields from several fields.
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PELACAKAN DAYA MAKSIMUM PADA PEM FUEL CELL MENGGUNAKAN PARTICLE SWARM OPTIMIZATION TERINTEGRASI INTERLEAVED BUCK-BOOST CONVERTER Pressa P. S. Saputra; Zainal Mustakim; Heri Ardiansyah; Rifqi Firmansyah
Scientific Journal of Mechanical Engineering Kinematika Vol 11 No 1 (2026): SJME Kinematika June 2026
Publisher : Mechanical Engineering Department, Faculty of Engineering, Universitas Lambung Mangkurat

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20527/sjmekinematika.v11i1.848

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This study proposes a Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT) method based on Particle Swarm Optimization (PSO) to enhance power extraction performance in Proton Exchange Membrane Fuel Cell (PEMFC) systems operating under dynamic and varying environmental conditions. The proposed method is designed to optimize the system's operating point to ensure that the power generated by the fuel cell is fully utilized. In this research, the PSO algorithm is integrated with an Interleaved Boost–Buck Converter (IBBC), which functions to reduce current ripple and improve the stability of the output power in the energy conversion system. This integration is expected to provide a faster and more efficient system response in adjusting to changes in operational conditions. One of the main challenges in implementing MPPT in PEMFC-based systems is the nonlinear characteristics of PEMFC itself, which are highly influenced by various external parameters such as operating temperature, hydrogen pressure, and membrane water content. Variations in these parameters can cause fluctuations in output voltage and current, making the maximum power point tracking process more complex. Therefore, an adaptive optimization method with good convergence ability is required. Simulation results demonstrate that the proposed PSO method achieves a tracking accuracy of up to 99.96% with a settling time of 2 seconds under varying membrane water content conditions. The PSO approach also outperforms the Fuzzy Logic and Cuckoo Search Algorithm (CSA) methods. These findings confirm that the integration of PSO and IBBC significantly improves both the accuracy and speed of MPP tracking in PEMFC systems.
STABILITY OF NON-SURFACTANT WATER AND HYDROGEN PEROXIDE EMULSIONS IN B0 AND B35 USING INLINE MIXER Irawan, Muhammad Fariedz; Saputro, Frendy Rian; Sugeng, Dhani Avianto; Mulyana, Agus; Sukra, Kurnia Fajar Adhi; Uzair, Fakhrul Afif; Yahya, Wira Jazair; Fajar, Rizqon; Sena, Boni; Ujiburrahman, Ujiburrahman
Scientific Journal of Mechanical Engineering Kinematika Vol 11 No 1 (2026): SJME Kinematika June 2026
Publisher : Mechanical Engineering Department, Faculty of Engineering, Universitas Lambung Mangkurat

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20527/sjmekinematika.v11i1.882

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Hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) enrichment is known to enhance combustion efficiency in diesel engines; however, its application as an emulsion is restricted by phase instability in the absence of chemical surfactants. This study investigates the stability and temperature characteristics of non-surfactant emulsions produced using an inline mixer known as the Real-Time Emulsion Supply System (RTES). Four emulsion types were formulated using water and aqueous H2O2 (5-15 vol%) as the dispersed phase, with neat diesel (B0) and biodiesel (B35) serving as the continuous phase: water-in-B0 (WD), H2O2-in-B0 (HD), water-in-B35 (WB), and H2O2-in-B35 (HB). The emulsions were prepared using RTES with a residence time of 180 s. During the preparation, the temperature was continuously recorded using a Graphtec GL840 data logger. The phase separation was monitored over 600 s using a Canon-EM3 camera. Results demonstrate that B35-based emulsions exhibit higher stability compared to B0-based emulsions. The stability tests showed distinct phase separation ratios for each formulation: 12.67% for WD, 10.67% for HD, 4.67% for WB, and 4.27% for HB. Meanwhile, the temperature rise (ΔT) varied slightly by formulation, ranging from 1.67-1.97 °C for WD and HD, and from 2.33-2.73 °C for WB and HB.
DAMPAK SUHU PIROLISIS TERHADAP KARBON AKTIF DARI BUNGA PINUS UNTUK MATERIAL PENDUKUNG KATALIS FUEL CELL Pebi Riyanto; Trisma Jaya Saputra; Rany Puspita Dewi; Sigit Mujiarto; Raka Mahendra Sulistiyo
Scientific Journal of Mechanical Engineering Kinematika Vol 11 No 1 (2026): SJME Kinematika June 2026
Publisher : Mechanical Engineering Department, Faculty of Engineering, Universitas Lambung Mangkurat

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20527/sjmekinematika.v11i1.868

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The high cost and limited durability of platinum-based catalysts remain major challenges for the large-scale commercialization of fuel cell. Therefore, alternative and more affordable catalyst support materials are needed. Biomass derived activated carbon offers a promising solution due to its porous structure, good electrical conductivity, and abundant raw material availability. This study aims to investigate the potential of Pinus merkusii pine cones as a precursor for activated carbon through pyrolysis and chemical activation using potassium hydroxide (KOH), as well as to evaluate its suitability as a fuel cell catalyst support material. Pyrolysis was conducted at temperatures of 400ºC, 600ºC, and 800ºC under a nitrogen inert atmosphere, followed by chemical activation. The resulting activated carbon was characterized using proximate analysis and Brunauer-Emmett-Teller (BET) analysis. The results indicate that increasing the pyrolysis temperature led to a reduction in biochar yield, moisture content, ash content, and volatile matter, while consistently enhancing the fixed carbon content and specific surface area. The optimal condition was achieved at a pyrolysis temperature of 800ºC, producing activated carbon with the highest fixed carbon content of 81.87%, a specific surface area of 42.83 m2/g, and a mesoporous structure with an average pore diameter of 3.23 nm. Nevertheless, the obtained specific surface area remains below the ideal value (>100 m²/g) for application as a fuel cell catalyst support, indicating that the synthesized material still requires further optimization in both the process and activation conditions.