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METAL : Jurnal Sistem Mekanik dan Termal
Published by Universitas Andalas
ISSN : 25981137     EISSN : 25974483     DOI : -
METAL: Jurnal Sistem Mekanik dan Termal translated as METAL: Journal of Systems in Mechanical and Thermal is a scholarly peer-reviewed journal published by Mechanical Engineering Department of Engineering Faculty at Universitas Andalas, Padang, Indonesia. The journal focused on the mechanics and thermal aspects of the mechanical engineering area, and accepted articles are in these subjects: Energy - Renewable energy - Green industry - Energy conversion Mechanical System Engineering - Solid body mechanics - Machine construction - Vibration and control - Mechatronics - Tribology Production System Manufacturing engineering - Product design and development - Production technology - Production logistics and transportation Materials Engineering - Material technology - Nanotechnology
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Sistem Pengontrol Temperatur dan Kelembaban Otomatis untuk Ruang Penyimpanan Buah Zulkifli Amin; Muhamad Adha
METAL: Jurnal Sistem Mekanik dan Termal Vol 1, No 2 (2017): Jurnal Sistem Mekanik dan Termal (METAL)
Publisher : Department of Mechanical Engineering, Universitas Andalas

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | Full PDF (770.463 KB) | DOI: 10.25077/metal.1.2.77-90.2017

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One of the preservation fresh fruit techniques is by using low temperature storage techniqe. This methode is intended to maintain good quality fresh fruits during the period of storage. Maintaining fresh friuts in the suggested low temperature and humidity lead to decelaration the activities of the causes of the spoilage of fresh fruits. Currently, fresh fruit storage methods is only focus on using low temperature storage methods regardless the prerequisites of the temperature nor humidity suggested best for fresh fruit preservation.  Nowaday’s fruit storages used for maintaining fresh fruit longer is only operated by keeping the storage temperature constant on certain value during the period of storing and the value of the temperature is set manually. However, in order to optimise the results in fruit preservation, the temperature and humidity are also needed to be varied during priod of storage. This article illustrates the development of a system which can automatically control the temperature and humidity of the storage room in accordance with fruit preservation temperature and humidity suggested. In addition, , the temperature and humidity are also can be varied during priod of storage. This research is started by designing and building the electronic wiring system and controlling system. Next, continuing with programming for a microcontroller kit using Arduino IDE software. The container used for the fruit storage is a modified showcase fridge which is equipped with an ultrasonic humidifier and a DHT11 temperature and humidity sensor. The testing is carried out by observing the ability of the controlling unit apparatus to control the temperature and humidity of the storage container based on program inputed into the controller kit. The storage container is controlled to have temperature of 25°C, 10°C, and 25°C accordingly and the humidity of 85%.  Both the temperature and humidity of the storage container are then measured and read manually using temperature and humiditymeter HTC-2. These temperature and humidity measurement data are compared with the temperature and humidity automatically measured by the sensors in the the control unit apparatus. The measurement results show that the values of  temperatures and humidity measured by both methods are nearly the same. So, it can be concluded that the controlling unit apparatus is worked properly. It can control the temperature and humidity of the storage container as the program inputed into the controller kit and it can read the temperature and humidity accurately. In addition, the experiment using papaya fruits shows that the papaya fruits can be maintained fresh longer.
Kondisi Running-in pada Sliding Contact dengan Variasi Pelumas Berbahan Minyak Kelapa Dedison Gasni; Brento Napitupulu
METAL: Jurnal Sistem Mekanik dan Termal Vol 3, No 2 (2019)
Publisher : Department of Mechanical Engineering, Universitas Andalas

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | Full PDF (859.042 KB) | DOI: 10.25077/metal.3.2.79-86.2019

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Bathtube curves are often used by reability engineers to describe the life of a product's population. This graphical representation of the bathtube curve can be divided into 3 phases. The first phase of the curve is infant mortality failure which is characterized by decreasing failure rate. The second phase is normal life or useful life which the failure rate is aproximately constant. Finally, the third phase is wearout failures and it is assumed that failure rate increases. To observe the running-in periode, a pin on disc test was conducted based on the ASTM G99 standard, where the disk rotates and the pin is  loaded. So that the relative motion occurs between the pin and disk with a  point contact. Between the surface of the disk and the pin is lubricated with several types of lubricant. Tests carried out for 30 minutes with a time interval of data collection every 6 minutes. From the results of tests, in the phase of running-in periode shows that the wear rate in the first 6 minutes was very high and it tends to decrease exponentially. Lubricant could influence the wear rate and surface texture of the discs in the running-in periode as well.
Pengaruh Variasi Persentase Campuran Polymer Polyester dan Vinyl Ester Terhadap Kekuatan Tegangan Lentur Nusyirwan Adnand; R Mutya; Firman Ridwan; Hairul Abral; Hendery Dahlan; Eka Satria
METAL: Jurnal Sistem Mekanik dan Termal Vol 5, No 2 (2021): Jurnal Sistem Mekanik dan Termal (METAL)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | Full PDF (942.586 KB) | DOI: 10.25077/metal.5.2.126-131.2021

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Polymer mixture of polyester and vinyl ester is widely used in engineering fields such as for car bumpers, boat bodies, ultra-light aircraft wings, wind turbine blades and others. One of the requirements to meet the application aspects in the engineering field is the ability of the material to withstand bending loads. For this reason, it is necessary to test the flexural stress characteristics of the mixture of the two polymers of unsaturated polyester and unsaturated vinyl ester. The aim is to find out which of the two polymer blends obtains superior flexural resistance properties from each of the polymers with respect to the blend percentage. To determine the flexural stress value of the polyester and vinyl ester mixture, a flexural stress test was carried out with reference to the standard flexural test or the bending test used based on ASTM D 790 by varying the composition of the mixture 100%: 0%, 90%: 10%, 80%: 20%, 60%:40%, and 0%:100%. From the results of the bending stress test on specimens with variations in the composition of polyester and vinyl ester with the hand lay-up method, the highest bending stress value is found in the composition of 60% polyester and 40% vinyl ester, which is 126.88 MPa ( an increase in maximum flexural strength of 255%)
Rancang Bangun Prototype Robot Pendeteksi Gas Metana Berbasis Mikrokontroler Arduino Untuk Eksplorasi Pertambangan Ahnaf Faisal; Lovely Son
METAL: Jurnal Sistem Mekanik dan Termal Vol 1, No 1 (2017): Volume 1, No 1 (2017)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | Full PDF (1041.682 KB) | DOI: 10.25077/metal.1.1.1-8.2017

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Accident which is occurred due to the harmful gas always found in the mining location. One example of harmful gas is the explosive methane gas. One of attempt to overcome this problem is by using a methane gas detector robot that can detect the gas early before the mining process is conducted. This kind of robot can be control autonomously from a place which is located far away from the mining area. Therefore, the mining workers can work safely. This research is aimed to design and manufacturing a mobile robot for detecting a methane gas in the mining area. The research is conducted step by step by making the mechanical components of robot, manufacturing the electronic circuits and programming the Arduino microcontroller using the Arduino IDE software. Mechanical design of the robot is targeted for operating the robot in the off-road environments. The main control center of the robot arm uses an Arduino UNO microcontroller. Robot control system has a methane gas detector to sense the methane gas. The command signal is applied autonomously by using Android based smart phone, which move the robot to the desired area. The signal sent by gas sensor MQ-04 will ring the buzzer and turn on the LED of the robot whenever the robot detects a methane gas. The experimental results shows that the robot can detect the methane gas and robot maneuvering can be conducted successfully.
Optimasi Parameter Permesinan Terhadap Tingkat Kekasaran Permukaan Aluminium Proses Pembubutan Dengan Metode Taguchi Diki Ismail Permana; Yayat Yayat
METAL: Jurnal Sistem Mekanik dan Termal Vol 3, No 1 (2019)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | Full PDF (562.835 KB) | DOI: 10.25077/metal.3.1.10-16.2019

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This study is to determine the most suitable machining parameters to produce optimum surface roughness on turning operations using the Hurco TM20 CNC machine, ISCAR DNMG IC907 insert tool with aluminum 6061 as an object test material. The analysis was carried out using the Taguchi method with objective functions smaller the better and using ANOVA (analysis of variance) that determines which machining parameters have a significant effect on surface roughness. The machining parameters that evaluated are spindle speed, feedrate, and depth of cut. The test results shows that the machining parameters that produce the optimal surface roughness level is on range of 0.28 ± 0.13, and the parameters are spindle speed = 2092 rpm, feedrate = 0.07 mm / ref, dept of cut = 0.5 mm.
Pengaruh Media Pendingin pada Perlakuan Panas T6 terhadap Kekuatan Tarik dan Struktur Mikro Komposit Al6061-Pasir pantai Hafidh Rawi Mufti; Hammar Ilham Akbar; Eko Surojo; Wibowo Wibowo; Teguh Triyono; Sukmaji Indro Cahyono; Nurul Muhayat; Triyono Triyono
METAL: Jurnal Sistem Mekanik dan Termal Vol 5, No 2 (2021): Jurnal Sistem Mekanik dan Termal (METAL)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | Full PDF (1011.197 KB) | DOI: 10.25077/metal.5.2.51-59.2021

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Al6061-sea sand composite was manufactured using the stir casting method and its mechanical properties were improved by heat treatment. The T6 heat treatment used to improve the mechanical properties of the composite consists of the following processes: solution heat treatment, quenching, and artificial aging. The solution heat treatment process was carried out at a temperature of 540oC for 6 hours. The quenching process was carried out with different quenching agents (water, oil, and 10% brine). The difference in quenching agents resulted in different cooling rates. After quenching, an artificial aging process was carried out at a temperature of 200 oC for 4 hours. The difference in cooling rate affects the hardness and tensile strength of the specimen. The high cooling rate results in an increase in the tensile strength of the specimen. This is due to the increase in cooling speed, the Mg2Si precipitates formed are smaller in size and located in the grains. The highest tensile strength of specimen (206.67 MPa) is obtained by using brine quenching agent.
Introduksi Teknologi Pengering Tenaga Surya Untuk Meningkatkan Produktivitas Dan Pendapatan Usaha Kerupuk Ubi Di Kecamatan Kamang Magek Kabupaten Agam Adli Havendri; Dendi Adi Saputra; Eka Satria; Syafi’i Syafi’i
METAL: Jurnal Sistem Mekanik dan Termal Vol 2, No 2 (2018)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | Full PDF (599.677 KB) | DOI: 10.25077/metal.2.2.1-6.2018

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The micro, small and medium scale of industrial enterprises for cassava crackers is growing rapidly in Kamang Magek District of Agam Regency. Cassava crackers are the typical crackers which only find in the Agam Regency. The taste is crunchy and can be stored for a long time, making this cracker a special food souvenir. In the process of making, cassava is boiled and pounded so that it becomes pasta. Pasta will be formed and dried in the sun. The crackers that have been formed should be dried in a maximum of 1 day. Today, the makers of cassava crackers are still dependent on sunlight, so they often cannot meet market demand during the rainy season. Therefore, through the IbM (Ipteks bagi Masyarakat) program for the community funded by DIKTI, solar drying technology is introduced by using a type of solar tunnel. The result shows the drying time is 2 times faster than traditional drying process. Hopefully, this technology can help the community of the cassava crackers maker to increase their productivity.
Proses Pembuatan Mesin Injection Molding Hand-Press untuk Plastik Komposit Alfan Ekajati Latief; Nuha Desi Anggraeni; Wildhan Rhamdani
METAL: Jurnal Sistem Mekanik dan Termal Vol 4, No 2 (2020): Jurnal Sistem Mekanik dan Termal (METAL)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | Full PDF (1217.259 KB) | DOI: 10.25077/metal.4.2.94-98.2020

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Injection molding is a method of forming thermoplastic material that is melted due to heating. The heating result is then injected by the nozzle into the mold until the thermoplastic material hardens. Plastic processing using injection molding is used to produce strong thermoplastic material quickly. The manufacture of injection molding machine hand-press is expected to help the process of plastic processing that demands material engineering and manufacturing technology. Research in the process of making injection molding machine hand-press aims to determine the manufacturing process time and temperature when the operation of injection molding hand-press. The process of making injection molding hand-press shows that the required time is 612 minutes, while in theory the time is 565.3 minutes. The operating temperature is (230-260) °C, with an optimum temperature of 250 °C.
Rancang Bangun Mesin Pengupas Buah Pinang Ade Hendra; Firman Ridwan
METAL: Jurnal Sistem Mekanik dan Termal Vol 1, No 2 (2017): Jurnal Sistem Mekanik dan Termal (METAL)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | Full PDF (582.369 KB) | DOI: 10.25077/metal.1.2.125-132.2017

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In daily life, betel nut is widely used as ingredients of medicines, cosmetic materials and even clothing. Most of rural comunities conventionally process the Betel nut, hence the quality of betel nut has become less. To overcome this, a tool which has a high selling price and save production costs was made. This study aims to develop the skin peel machine. The result shown that the machine was capable to peel 1,066 second/piece using AC motor ¼ hp as an actuator.
pyScrew4Mobility: Modul Python untuk Penentuan Mobilitas Manipulator Paralel Berbasis Teori Screw Adriyan Adriyan
METAL: Jurnal Sistem Mekanik dan Termal Vol 4, No 1 (2020): Jurnal Sistem Mekanik dan Termal (METAL)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | Full PDF (2481.711 KB) | DOI: 10.25077/metal.4.1.13-27.2020

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This paper addresses the mobility determination of parallel manipulators (PMs) using screw theory with algebra methods on an open-source computer algebra package: Sympy (symbolic python). The screw theory can specify the number and the type of motions owned by PMs with over-constrained or non-over constrained kinematic structures. The algebra methods are applied to obtain reciprocal of a screw or a screw system and basis of a screw system using null-spaces and the row/column-spaces technique, respectively. Hence, an object-oriented python module, called a pyScrew4Mobility module, is designed to realize such implementation. The module consists of three classes namely a Screw, a ScrewSystem and a ManipulatorMobility. A screw is constructed by the class of Screw, including its algebraic calculation such as negation, addition, multiplication, and product of two screws. Then, the ScrewSystem is used to construct a system of screws. It can be used to find reciprocal screws, unique screws within the system of screws, and calculate the products of two systems of screws. The last class or ManipulatorMobility has a direct implementation to determine the mobility of PMs. It uses information from the list of unit screw direction, position, and pitch. Finally, the designed screw module is tested to demonstrate its capability to determine the mobility of four well-known PMs, i.e. 3-PRRR; 3-PR(Pa)R; 4-PRRU; and 6-UPS, including the respective time spent for calculation.

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