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Polimesin mostly publishes studies in the core areas of mechanical engineering, such as energy conversion, machine and mechanism design, and manufacturing technology. As science and technology develop rapidly in combination with other disciplines such as electrical, Polimesin also adapts to new facts by accepting manuscripts in mechatronics. In Biomechanics, Mechanical study in musculoskeletal and bio-tissue has been widely recognized to help better life quality for disabled people and physical rehabilitation work. Such a wide range of Polimesin could be published, but it still has criteria to apply mechanical systems and principles. Exceeding the limitation has been a common reason for rejection by those outside the scope. Using chemical principles more than mechanical ones in material engineering has been a common reason for rejection after submission. Excessive exploration of the management within the discipline of Industrial Engineering in the manufacturing technology scope is also unacceptable. The sub-scope biomechanics that focuses on ergonomics and does not study movement involving applied force on the bio-tissue is also not suitable for submission.
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Distributed temperature sensing and fault-tolerant logging for PVC-based smoke condensers using dual-channel type-K sensors Setyawan, Reinaldi Teguh; Umira, Siti; Kurniawan, Irwan; Gunawan, Gunawan; Muthoriq, Ery
Jurnal Polimesin Vol 23, No 4 (2025): August
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30811/jpl.v23i4.7386

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The condensation process of smoke in charcoal-burning systems generates high temperatures that pose a critical thermal risk to PVC piping, which has a melting point of 85 °C. This study presents the design and implementation of a distributed temperature sensing system using dual-channel Type-K thermocouples controlled by an Arduino Uno microcontroller. The system is equipped with fault-tolerant logging and real-time monitoring features, utilizing the MAX6675 thermocouple amplifier module for digital signal acquisition. Two sensors are strategically placed along the smoke conduit to capture temperature differentials between primary and secondary zones. Experimental testing was conducted over six consecutive days with data acquisition sessions at noon and midnight. The highest recorded temperature from the primary sensor reached 83.75 °C, while the secondary sensor recorded significantly lower values, indicating a thermal gradient of 23.8 °C between inlet and outlet. Comparative calibration using an umbrella-type analog thermometer revealed a minimal deviation of 0.41 °C, confirming the system’s accuracy. Two sets of error profiling showed variations in measurement consistency, with average error rates of 13.79% and 5.93% across a 30 °C–80 °C reference range. Voltage stability was maintained throughout all test scenarios, with a constant 5 V input and 4.4 V output. The system successfully demonstrated its ability to perform dual-point thermal detection with resilient performance under fluctuating combustion conditions. This sensor-integrated platform is well-suited for thermal protection and early intervention in biomass-based liquid smoke condensation systems, particularly in small-scale applications using low-melting-point materials such as PVC.
Optimization of soldering quality using poka-yoke and camera-based inspection to prevent incomplete production cycle: a case study in automotive stator assembly Khoryanton, Ampala; Yanuar, Padang; Aditya, Dwiky Septian; Mujiarto, Iman; Tristijanto, Hery; Alfauzi, Abdul Syukur; Sunarto, Sunarto; Sriyanto, Nanang Budi
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30811/jpl.v23i4.7203

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This study was conducted at a manufacturing company located in Indonesia that produces Alternating Current Generator Starters (ACGS). In the ACGS production process, there is a solder inspection stage that was previously performed manually by operators. The main issue encountered is incomplete production cycles, a condition where a production cycle is not fully completed, but the product continues to the next stage, increasing the risk of undetected defective or rejected products. Research aims to design a camera check system that integrates the Poka-Yoke method to enhance accuracy and prevent errors caused by human factors based on continuous improvement through the Plan, Do, Check, Action (PDCA) cycle. This study compares two camera inspection programs: program model 1, with individual position calibration per solder point, and program model 2, with a shared calibration setup, to evaluate inspection effectiveness. The quantitative comparative testing results show a detection accuracy of up to 99.92% and an inspection result classification accuracy reached 99.73%, indicating a significant improvement in the reliability of the visual inspection system and quality assurance for soldering results in industry.
Hydrogen co-firing simulation for emission reduction and efficiency in an 880 MW combined cycle power plant Mulyadi, Eka Octaviyatna; Wulan, Praswasti PDK
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30811/jpl.v23i4.6735

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This study evaluates the environmental and performance impacts of hydrogen co-firing with natural gas in an 880 MW Combined Cycle Power Plant (CCPP) in Jakarta, Indonesia. CO₂ emissions were estimated using the IPCC Tier-2 Method, while Aspen Plus simulation analyzed combustion performance under 10% and 20% hydrogen blending. Fuel composition was determined through Gas Chromatography analysis and processed using a weighted average method. The results show that hydrogen blending significantly reduces CO₂ emissions to approximately 10% at 10% hydrogen and 20% at 20% hydrogen, equivalent to 409,420 tons annually. NOₓ emissions increased moderately, by about 2.16% at 20% hydrogen, due to higher flame temperatures, yet remained far below  regulatory limit of 400 mg/Nm³. Thermal efficiency improved from 54.08% (baseline) to 56.88% and 60.06% with 10% and 20% hydrogen, respectively, although net power output slightly declined. These findings highlight the role of hydrogen as a transitional energy carrier, capable of decarbonizing gas-fired power plants while improving efficiency with manageable environmental trade-offs. Although the study is based on steady-state simulations without pilot-scale validation, the integration of actual operational data strengthens its applicability. Hydrogen co-firing presents a technically viable pathway for reducing CO₂ emissions in the power sector.
Effect of briquetting pressure on combustion properties of hydrothermally treated king grass biomass Alchalil, Alchalil; Setiawan, Adi; Dirga, Muhammad; Riskina, Shafira; Nurjannah, Siti; Hasibuan, Rizqon; Rahman, Abdul
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30811/jpl.v23i4.7300

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The utilization of biomass as an alternative energy source continues to gain attention, particularly in the form of solid briquettes with properties comparable to coal. In Indonesia, the co-firing program in coal-fired power plants (PLTU) promotes the use of biomass briquettes as supplementary fuel. King grass (Pennisetum purpureum), a fast-growing, non-food crop that thrives on marginal land, is a promising candidate. However, its low energy density limits practical application. This study aims to enhance the fuel quality of king grass through hydrothermal treatment and evaluate the effect of varying briquetting pressures on briquette properties. Briquettes were produced without pressure and with compaction pressures of 100, 200, 300, 400, and 500 kg/cm². Results show that higher briquetting pressure reduced moisture content from 3.99% to 2.98% and friability from 54.46% to 11.95%. While ash content and volatile matter were minimally affected, fixed carbon increased to 28.42%, and calorific value peaked at 3,923 kcal/kg. Hydrothermal treatment further improved calorific value, reduced ash content, and enhanced fixed carbon levels. These findings demonstrate that the combination of hydrothermal treatment and briquetting pressure significantly improves king grass briquette quality, supporting their potential as a sustainable co-firing fuel in coal-fired power plants.
Effect of turbo cyclone vane angles on performance and emissions of a 1000 cc engine Monasari, Ratna; Qosim, Nanang; Jaya, Kukuh Laksana; Pratama, Argiansyah Bayu
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30811/jpl.v23i4.7075

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The installation of a turbo cyclone in the intake manifold aims to increase airflow turbulence, thereby improving the air–fuel mixture process inside the combustion chamber. This study investigates the effects of turbo cyclone implementation on the performance, fuel consumption, and exhaust emissions of a 1000 cc engine. The cyclone was designed with six fixed vanes at angles of 30°, 45°, and 60°, and tested using two fuels: RON 90 and RON 92. Engine performance was measured with a dynamometer across 1000–6000 rpm, fuel consumption was evaluated using Specific Fuel Consumption (SFC), and exhaust emissions were analyzed with a gas analyzer. Results indicate that the 60° vane angle delivers the best overall performance, achieving a maximum power of 34.1 HP, peak torque of 57.4 Nm, and the lowest SFC of 93.33 g/kWh. Additionally, CO and HC emissions were reduced by up to 40% compared to the baseline (non-cyclone) condition. Among the tested fuels, RON 92 consistently provided better performance and lower emissions, highlighting its higher combustion efficiency. These findings demonstrate that the turbo cyclone (particularly at a 60° vane angle) effectively improves engine efficiency, enhances output, and reduces harmful emissions.
Reliability enhancement in petrochemical industry: an integrated RBD and FTA approach Ariandi, Teuku; Away, Yuwaldi; Dirhamsyah, Dirhamsyah
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30811/jpl.v23i4.7210

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Turnaround maintenance plays an important role in the petrochemical industry, directly influencing production reliability and operational continuity. Unplanned shutdowns and service disruptions can result in significant economic losses, yet statistics show that nearly 80% of turnaround activities fail to achieve their performance targets in terms of time, cost, safety, quality, and environmental compliance. This study addresses these challenges by evaluating and enhancing the reliability of the ammonia production system at an Indonesian petrochemical company through an integrated approach combining the Reliability Block Diagram (RBD) and Fault Tree Analysis (FTA). RBD modeling was used to represent the production system as functionally arranged blocks, while FTA was applied to identify root causes of failures. Analysis using ReliaSoft BlockSim and Weibull++ revealed that the system’s reliability was only 0.029 over 5,000 hours, far below the target reliability of 0.9. The most critical components were identified as the Primary Reformer, Ammonia Compressor, and Syngas Compressor. Seven improvement scenarios were simulated, with results showing that the combination of preventive maintenance (PM) and load-sharing configuration yielded the most effective outcome. This approach improved reliability to 0.076 and availability to 0.812. The results show that a proactive, reliability-based maintenance strategy combined with system redundancy can substantially reduce risks of unscheduled shutdowns, extend turnaround intervals, and improve production uptime. Furthermore, the integrated RBD-FTA approach provides a robust framework for proactively identifying and addressing vulnerabilities in complex petrochemical systems.
Energy savings in residential air conditioners using condensate cooling in discharge and liquid lines Yuningsih, Nani; Sumeru, Kasni; Aldiansyah, Muhammad; Tritjahjono, Rachmad Imbang; Nugraha, Fathurahman Yudhi; Abioye, Adenkunle Moshood
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30811/jpl.v23i4.6739

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This research investigates the use of condensate produced by the evaporator to cool the discharge and liquid lines in order to reduce electricity consumption in a residential split-type air conditioner (AC). The experimental setup used a 0.75 kW compressor with R32 refrigerant, where the discharge and liquid line heat exchangers were 20 cm and 15 cm long, respectively. Data were collected over 180 minutes at 5-minute intervals. Results show that using the liquid line cooler (LLC) alone reduced electricity consumption by 5.3% and increased cooling capacity by 2.3%. Using the discharge line cooler (DLC) alone reduced electricity consumption by 8.3% and increased cooling capacity by 7.3%. When both coolers were applied simultaneously (LDC mode), electricity consumption decreased by 10.9% and cooling capacity increased by 9.7%. The corresponding improvements in coefficient of performance (COP) were 9.1% (LLC), 18.6% (DLC), and 24.7% (LDC). These results indicate that using condensate to both the discharge and liquid lines is more effective in reducing electricity consumption and improving AC performance than cooling only one line.
Optimization of plunger geometry and stroke settings on hydraulic performance of diaphragm metering pumps Sonjaya, Muhammad Luthfi; Setyawan, Hendra; Ritonga, Jhordan; Sarifudin, Alfan; Nury, Dennis Farina
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30811/jpl.v23i4.7308

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This study examines the influence of plunger diameter and stroke length on the performance of a hydraulic diaphragm metering pump, focusing on two key indicators: discharge pressure and flow rate. Experiments were conducted with five plunger diameters (7.90–9.00 mm) and three-stroke settings (100%, 75%, and 50%), validated in accordance with API 675 standards. Results show that each 1 mm increase in plunger diameter produced a consistent rise in flow rate across all stroke settings. Linear regression analysis revealed strong correlations, with flow rate increments of 67.54 mL/min per mm at 100% stroke, 60.78 mL/min per mm at 75% stroke, and 25.34 mL/min per mm at 50% stroke. High coefficients of determination (R²) confirm the robustness and predictive accuracy of these models. In addition to regression analysis, a two-way ANOVA was performed to statistically evaluate the effects of plunger diameter and stroke length, as well as their interaction, on pump performance. The ANOVA results confirmed that both parameters significantly affected flow rate (p 0.05), while discharge pressure was largely unaffected by stroke variation. The optimal configuration was achieved at a plunger diameter of 8.00 mm and 100% stroke, delivering performance that meets API 675 requirements. Importantly, this study proposes a novel validation framework for hydraulic diaphragm metering pumps based on API 675—a gap not fully addressed in prior research. These findings provide practical guidance for improving the efficiency and reliability of pump systems through optimized geometric and operational parameters.
Investigating the Effects of Solution Treatment Parameters and Artificial Aging on Hardness Improvement of Precipitation-Hardened 6061 Aluminum Alloy Yunus, Azwar; Akhyar, Akhyar; Hasanuddin, Iskandar; Sasmito, Agus
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30811/jpl.v23i4.7076

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This study investigates the impact of solution treatment parameters such as temperature, holding time, and quenching media on the hardness enhancement of wrought aluminum alloy 6061-T6 through precipitation hardening. The objectives of this research are to analyze the influence of solution treatment parameters on hardness enhancement, explore the correlation between the solutioning step and the artificial aging process, and optimize the heat treatment process for improved hardness values. Specimens of 6061-T6 aluminum alloy initially exhibited a hardness of 102 HV. After heating to 500°C with holding times of 45, 60, and 75 minutes, followed by quenching in water and SAE 40 oil, Vickers hardness testing revealed significant changes: hardness dropped to 52 HV after solution treatment, then increased to 63 HV (21.15% increase) for 60 minutes and 64 HV (23.08% increase) for 75 minutes. After artificial aging at 210°C for 120, 180, and 240 minutes, the maximum hardness recorded was 113 HV, marking a 10.78% increase from the initial hardness. The quenching medium also influenced hardness; specimens quenched in SAE 40 oil showed improved hardness compared to those quenched in water, likely due to slower cooling rates that allow for better precipitate formation. The increase in hardness is closely linked to microstructural changes during heat treatment. Solution treatment promotes the dissolution of alloying elements, leading to the formation of fine precipitates during aging. These precipitates impede dislocation movement, enhancing the alloy's strength through precipitation hardening. Thus, the density and distribution of these precipitates significantly contribute to the overall hardness enhancement observed in the 6061-T6 aluminum alloy
Implementation of an automatic monitoring system using electromagnetic induction parameters to enhance hot forging quality Maulana, Gun Gun; Martawireja, Abdurrahman Harits; Suryatini, Fitria
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30811/jpl.v23i4.3313

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This research presents the implementation of an automatic monitoring system using electromagnetic induction parameters to enhance the quality of heating processes in hot forging industries. Efficient heating is essential in industrial applications, particularly during the production stage of hot forging. To ensure consistent product quality and optimize energy efficiency, accurate and responsive monitoring is required. The proposed system integrates electromagnetic induction sensors to capture, in real time, the physical characteristics of heated AISI 4140 Bolt M24 × 100 mm (±0.35 kg). Sensor data are processed using intelligent algorithms to identify critical parameters such as temperature, heat distribution, and optimal heating time. Based on these results, the system automatically adjusts heating parameters, thereby ensuring consistent product quality and improved energy efficiency. The results indicate that the system, supported by a Human–Machine Interface (HMI), Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), and infrared temperature sensors, was effectively implemented. It demonstrated real-time monitoring of process parameters with no detected errors, smooth data transfer between components, and reliable temperature display on the HMI with an average delay of only 1.1 seconds. This research provides an integrated solution to improve hot forging quality, reduce energy waste, and accelerate production cycles, contributing to more intelligent heating control systems for industrial applications.

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