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Full-Text Articles in Mechanical Engineering
Effect Of Capillary And Viscous Forces On Carbon Dioxide Desorption In Porous Adsorbent Layers, Caroline Isabel Mcclung
Effect Of Capillary And Viscous Forces On Carbon Dioxide Desorption In Porous Adsorbent Layers, Caroline Isabel Mcclung
Theses and Dissertations
Temperature swing adsorption-based (TSA) carbon dioxide (CO2) separation processes, which involve an alternating flow of gases and liquids in adsorbent-coated microchannels, have been shown to yield superior and environmentally friendly performance than the existing processes. This technique begins by sending the impure gas mixture through hydrophobic silicalite adsorbent-coated microchannels, which results in the adsorption of CO2. Subsequently, hot water heat transfer fluid (HTF) flows through the same channels, displaces the purified gas stream, heats the adsorbent, desorbs the CO2, and removes that desorbed CO2 from the channel. This stage is followed by cooling …
Performance Assessment Of Reconditioned Freight Rail Bearings Using Eddy Current Array For Enhanced Nondestructive Inspection, Eduardo Miranda
Performance Assessment Of Reconditioned Freight Rail Bearings Using Eddy Current Array For Enhanced Nondestructive Inspection, Eduardo Miranda
Theses and Dissertations
In North America, freight bearings removed from service must undergo a reconditioning process in accordance with Association of American Railroads recommended guidelines before reuse, with approximately 80% having been reconditioned at least once. This process includes bearing inspection, where repairable defects may be refurbished and returned to service with an extended performance range of 50,000 to 250,000 miles. Motivated by this extensive range in performance, researchers at the University Transportation Center for Railway Safety, in collaboration with MxV Rail, utilized a nondestructive evaluation method to enhance the reconditioning inspection process. An Eddy Current Array (ECA) was applied to bearing cup …
In-Field Tractor Operational Load Profile Generation In Support Of Advanced Tractor Testing In Mixedmode Power, Andrew Donesky
In-Field Tractor Operational Load Profile Generation In Support Of Advanced Tractor Testing In Mixedmode Power, Andrew Donesky
Dissertations and Doctoral Documents, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, 2023–
This dissertation addresses the need to better characterize real-world tractor power requirements across drawbar, power take-off (PTO), and hydraulic modes to support more representative tractor testing. Conventional testing protocols, such as OECD Code 2, emphasize steady-state performance under controlled high-load conditions, which do not reflect the mixed and dynamic demands of modern field operations. To address this gap, a Tractor Instrumentation System (TIS) was developed, validated, and deployed to collect high-resolution, mixed-mode power data during planting, anhydrous ammonia application, and grain cart operations. The TIS integrates physical sensors, including custom load pins, hydraulic pressure/flow sensors, and a redesigned PTO torque …
Large-Scale Experimental Study On The Impact Of Air Cleaning & Ventilation On Indoor Air Quality And Student Illness-Related Absenteeism, Daud Nosham
Dissertations and Doctoral Documents, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, 2023–
This large-scale randomized experimental field study investigated the effect of portable air purifiers (PAPs) on classroom’s air quality and student’s illness related absenteeism. PAPs were installed in 317 classrooms from various school districts located in Eastern Nebraska. The classrooms were randomly assigned into four conditions: three treatment conditions (T1, T2 & T3) and one control condition (device without any filter). T1 was equipped with HEPA filters, T2 added Activated Carbon (AC) layer to HEPA, and T3 further integrated Germicidal Ultraviolet (GUV) alongside HEPA and AC filters. The measured variables were carbon dioxide (CO2), fine particles (PN2.5) and coarse particles (PNcoarse), …
Thermal Management With Supercritical Carbon Dioxide Under Extreme Applications, Devon Hardy
Thermal Management With Supercritical Carbon Dioxide Under Extreme Applications, Devon Hardy
Doctoral Dissertations and Master's Theses
A unique challenge in thermal system design is minimizing the power required to operate cooling systems while maintaining effective heat removal. Traditional cooling systems utilize single-phase fluids where the heat transfer mechanisms are well understood. To meet a variety of cooling demands, a range of technologies are available, including microchannel forced convection, jet impingement, porous media, nanofluids, pin fin arrays, and film cooling, each offering distinct advantages and limitations. While the performance of single- or two-phase cooling systems are generally predictable, in extreme thermal environments, new cooling solutions are needed to improve overall system efficiency and reliability.
Supercritical fluids, particularly …
Detecting Non-Axisymmetric Instabilities In Fluid-Based Manufacturing Via Multi-View Tensor Analysis., Bidusi Khadka
Detecting Non-Axisymmetric Instabilities In Fluid-Based Manufacturing Via Multi-View Tensor Analysis., Bidusi Khadka
Electronic Theses and Dissertations
Fluid-based manufacturing processes, such as inkjet printing and electrospinning, fabricate micro- and nano-scale structures with high precision, but are prone to complex fluid dynamics exhibiting axisymmetric and non-axisymmetric instabilities. Conventional monitoring often relies on single-camera inputs and symmetry assumptions, limiting the detection of three-dimensional anomalies like jet deflection. This study presents a novel multi-view streaming video-based anomaly detection framework to address this gap. The framework employs a modified Tensor Sequential Sampling (TSS) algorithm with edge-based sampling to capture geometric spatiotemporal features of each camera view using the videos obtained from an orthogonally positioned dual-camera setup. These features are fused with …
Triply Periodic Minimal Surface Design And Resin Engineering For Hybrid Piezoelectric Ceramic Composites, Joshua Zahn Renaldo Dantzler
Triply Periodic Minimal Surface Design And Resin Engineering For Hybrid Piezoelectric Ceramic Composites, Joshua Zahn Renaldo Dantzler
Open Access Theses & Dissertations
Chapter I:This chapter investigates Barium Titanate (BTO)-epoxy composites reinforced with 3D-printed zirconia triply periodic minimal surface (TPMS) scaffolds. Gyroid and Primitive lattices fabricated by digital light processing (DLP) were compared with a bulk composite. The Primitive architecture showed the greatest improvement, with an elastic modulus ~ 20% higher than the Gyroid and ~ 5% higher than the bulk. Normalized piezoelectric coefficients increased substantially, with d33 enhanced by ~ 2750% and g33 enhanced by ~ 120% relative to the bulk. Under cyclic loading, the Primitive lattice generated specific voltages ~ 575% greater than the bulk and ~ 60% greater than the …
Decoupling Piezoelectric And Pyroelectric Effects In Anisotropic Polymer-Ceramic Lattices Produced Via Fused Filament Fabrication, Sofia Alexandra Perez
Decoupling Piezoelectric And Pyroelectric Effects In Anisotropic Polymer-Ceramic Lattices Produced Via Fused Filament Fabrication, Sofia Alexandra Perez
Open Access Theses & Dissertations
This thesis investigates how multi-material fused filament fabrication (FFF) can be used to engineer lattice structures that decouple piezoelectric and pyroelectric responses within a single polymer–ceramic composite. A hybrid ABS–BaTiO3/PLA lattice—referred to as the Hybrid PIZCAL—was designed to direct mechanical strain along the Z-axis while suppressing deformation in the transverse directions. After thermal poling, the lattice exhibited a 293% increase in Z-axis voltage sensitivity compared to a monolithic ABS–BaTiO3 cube and significantly reduced off-axis electromechanical output. Finite element simulations and directional compression testing confirmed that geometric anisotropy and material zoning produce strong, axis-selective piezoelectric behavior. The second part of this …
Feature Extraction From Railroad Bearing Onboard Vibration Sensors Using Machine Learning Models, Diego Cantu
Feature Extraction From Railroad Bearing Onboard Vibration Sensors Using Machine Learning Models, Diego Cantu
Theses and Dissertations
The University Transportation Center for Railway Safety (UTCRS) has developed an algorithm capable of identifying defective railroad bearings, determining damaged component(s) within, and quantifying severity of the defects. The defect-detection algorithm requires the operating speed as an input, which is not readily available in field operation of onboard sensors. Therefore, onboard sensors deployed in rail revenue service must rely on Global Positioning Systems (GPS) to obtain speed, which can be power-intensive and susceptible to signal interference. This study covers the development of a vibration-based model that extracts operating speed from wireless sensor data to enable fully autonomous onboard diagnostics. Signal …
Particle Migration In Non-Newtonian Fluid Flows Through Curved Microchannels, Sanskruti Ramesh Raut
Particle Migration In Non-Newtonian Fluid Flows Through Curved Microchannels, Sanskruti Ramesh Raut
All Dissertations
Innovations in microfabrication over the past three decades have enabled the development of microfluidic devices with intricate channel geometry. Microfluidic platforms offer controlled manipulation of fluids and particles by leveraging the internally induced and/or externally imposed force field(s). The demand for compact microchannel geometry has turned the attention toward curved microchannels with significantly reduced footprints. However, most of the previous studies in curved microchannels have been limited to particle migration in Newtonian fluids. The influence of fluid rheology has remained largely unexplored.
In the first part of this dissertation, we present a systematic experimental study on the influences of fluid …
Universal Systems Simulation Via Constraint Hypergraphs With Applications To Digital Twins, John Morris
Universal Systems Simulation Via Constraint Hypergraphs With Applications To Digital Twins, John Morris
All Dissertations
The characterization of systems encompasses a variety of modeling frameworks designed to capture specific behaviors and components of various system domains. Whatever the framework, the core elements of a system representation are the information of the system and a description of how that information is related. The relations in deterministic systems are functions, which, when composed to form executable processes, can be used to simulate system data. A declarative modeling framework is one that encodes mechanisms for preparing these simulations within the model structure, allowing an external agent to form the execution processes required for a given context. To date, …
Machine Learning-Enabled Safety-Critical Model Predictive Control For Uncertain Dynamical Systems, Hossein Nejatbakhsh Esfahani
Machine Learning-Enabled Safety-Critical Model Predictive Control For Uncertain Dynamical Systems, Hossein Nejatbakhsh Esfahani
All Dissertations
This dissertation explores the interactions between Model Predictive Control (MPC), Safety-critical Control, and Artificial Intelligence (AI)/Machine Learning (ML) methods, with a particular focus on Reinforcement Learning (RL) and Bayesian Optimization (BO). We then leverage AI/ML to address several challenges in the control design and safe operation of uncertain dynamical systems. In many applications, ranging from autonomous vehicles and robotics to energy systems and industrial processes, ensuring safety is as essential as satisfying control objectives. The use of Control Barrier Functions (CBFs) within the MPC framework recently has emerged as a powerful tool to guarantee safety by enforcing constraints in optimal …
Optimizing Zeolite Catalysts For Efficient Ldpe Plastic Waste Pyrolysis, Hilda Porawati, Mazwan Mazwan, Sukadi Sukadi
Optimizing Zeolite Catalysts For Efficient Ldpe Plastic Waste Pyrolysis, Hilda Porawati, Mazwan Mazwan, Sukadi Sukadi
Journal of Mechanical Engineering Science and Technology (JMEST)
The problem of plastic waste, particularly from low-density polyethylene (LDPE) plastic bags, poses a significant challenge in environmental management due to its non-biodegradable nature and widespread use in daily life. This study evaluates the influence of catalyst types on the characteristics and energy efficiency of liquid fuel products produced from LDPE waste pyrolysis. The three treatments compared were no catalysts, natural zeolite catalyst, and synthetic zeolite catalysts, each subjected to three different temperature variations: 250°C, 300°C, and 350°C. The observed parameters in this study were volume, product mass, cetane index, density, sulfur content, viscosity, flash point, calorific value, and energy …
The Impact Of Pine Resin-Epoxy Ratios On Fire Resistance And Acoustic Performance Of Banana Fiber Composites, Cokorda Istri Putri Kusuma Kencanawati, Dewa Ngakan Ketut Putra Negara, I Gede Andy Andika Parahita
The Impact Of Pine Resin-Epoxy Ratios On Fire Resistance And Acoustic Performance Of Banana Fiber Composites, Cokorda Istri Putri Kusuma Kencanawati, Dewa Ngakan Ketut Putra Negara, I Gede Andy Andika Parahita
Journal of Mechanical Engineering Science and Technology (JMEST)
Because of their low environmental impact and biodegradability, composite materials derived from natural fibers and resins have drawn interest as sustainable substitutes for synthetic materials in thermal and acoustic applications. Two promising natural components are banana stem fiber and pine resin, but they need to be modified due to their mechanical limitations and flammability. Epoxy resin is commonly used to enhance structural performance; however, its effects on acoustic and fire resistance properties require further investigation. This study examined how different epoxy resin contents affected the sound absorption and fire resistance of composites made from banana stem fiber and pine resin. …
Simulation Of Stress, Deformation, And Vibration In Unlubricated Ball Bearings At Varying Rotational Speeds, Billy Dwiki, Moh. Hartono
Simulation Of Stress, Deformation, And Vibration In Unlubricated Ball Bearings At Varying Rotational Speeds, Billy Dwiki, Moh. Hartono
Journal of Mechanical Engineering Science and Technology (JMEST)
Bearings are critical components in rotating machinery, and their performance is highly influenced by operational factors such as rotational speed, load, and lubrication. This study aims to analyze the deformation, stress, and dynamic behavior of SAE 52100 bearings under dry operating conditions at various rotational speeds, as well as to propose mitigation strategies for high-speed industrial applications. A finite element simulation was conducted using ANSYS R19.2 to evaluate the total deformation, equivalent elastic strain, Von Mises stress, and vibrational characteristics of a 6204-type SAE 52100 bearing. The simulations were performed across a speed range of 600 to 2000 RPM under …
Numerical Investigation Of Ethanol-Enriched Diesel And Biodiesel Fuels In A Diesel Engine, Annisa Bhikuning, Hezron Elyakim Potto, Sandi Apriandi Setiawan, Jamal F. Jati
Numerical Investigation Of Ethanol-Enriched Diesel And Biodiesel Fuels In A Diesel Engine, Annisa Bhikuning, Hezron Elyakim Potto, Sandi Apriandi Setiawan, Jamal F. Jati
Journal of Mechanical Engineering Science and Technology (JMEST)
This study explores the effects of ethanol blending on the performance and emissions of a compression ignition (CI) engine using both diesel and biodiesel as base fuels. Motivated by increasing environmental concerns regarding pollutant emissions from conventional diesel engines, ethanol was introduced as an oxygenated additive to improve combustion characteristics and reduce the formation of harmful exhaust emissions. Ethanol’s high oxygen content promotes more complete combustion, potentially lowering carbon-based emissions such as carbon monoxide (CO), particulate matter (PM), and unburned hydrocarbons. In this study, performance and emission parameters were simulated using Diesel-RK software at various engine speeds of 1500, 2000, …
One-Way Thermal-Fluid-Solid Coupling Analysis Of Helicopter Tail Reducer With Spiral Bevel Gear, Dongping Sheng, Zhongyuan Ma, Chenqi Zhou, Haidong Feng, Hun Guo, Chun Su
One-Way Thermal-Fluid-Solid Coupling Analysis Of Helicopter Tail Reducer With Spiral Bevel Gear, Dongping Sheng, Zhongyuan Ma, Chenqi Zhou, Haidong Feng, Hun Guo, Chun Su
Journal of Mechanical Engineering Science and Technology (JMEST)
This research focuses on investigating the thermal-fluid-solid coupling behavior within spiral bevel gears to enhance the bearing capacity and extend the operational service life of the gear reducer located in the helicopter tail gearbox. The study commences by constructing detailed, parametrically defined threedimensional digital models. These models accurately represent the critical components: the spiral bevel gear itself, the surrounding gearbox housing, and the supporting gear shaft, based directly on the specifications of an actual helicopter tail reducer assembly. Subsequently, the analysis proceeds with a one-way, steadystate thermal-solid coupling simulation performed on the established model assembly. This critical simulation phase aims …
The Effect Of Preheater On Heat And Mass Transfer Efficiency Using Rotating Drum Roaster, Melisa Surya Andini, Retno Wulandari, Heru Suryanto
The Effect Of Preheater On Heat And Mass Transfer Efficiency Using Rotating Drum Roaster, Melisa Surya Andini, Retno Wulandari, Heru Suryanto
Journal of Mechanical Engineering Science and Technology (JMEST)
Indonesia is the third-largest coffee producer globally, facing challenges including rising raw material costs, increased energy consumption, and unpredictable weather conditions. One potential solution is optimizing energy efficiency during roasting. This study investigates the effect of preheating on time and energy efficiency in heat and mass transfer by utilizing waste heat to preheat green Robusta coffee beans. The experiment was conducted on a laboratory scale using a rotating drum roaster with a double-layer drum made of stainless steel and clay, at 200 °C under atmospheric pressure. Two treatments were applied: roasting with a preheater and without, each repeated three times …
Spray Angle On The Performance Of Split-Type Ac Condenser Installed On Concrete Rooftop In Tropical Climate, Kennedy Kennedy, I N Frenki Aryana, Basri Basri
Spray Angle On The Performance Of Split-Type Ac Condenser Installed On Concrete Rooftop In Tropical Climate, Kennedy Kennedy, I N Frenki Aryana, Basri Basri
Journal of Mechanical Engineering Science and Technology (JMEST)
This study investigated the influence of different water spray angles (0°, 15°, and 30°) on the thermal and energy performance of a split-type air-conditioning (AC) condenser installed on a concrete rooftop in a tropical climate. An experimental setup was designed to replicate actual concrete rooftop conditions, focusing on the condenser inlet temperature, compressor power consumption, and system coefficient of performance (COP). A 6-minute ON and 6-minute OFF intermittent spray cycle was employed to optimise water usage and minimise excessive humidity. Experimental measurements were conducted on a 9,000 Btu/h split-type unit equipped with a nozzle system connected to a 200 L …
Effect Of Argon Gas Flow Rate On Crystal Structure, Morphology, And Optical Properties Of Cigs Film For Photodetector Applications, Nurul Lathi’I Fatul Chamidah, Fadilah Wulan Cahyani, I Gusti Ayu Isnaini Fatha Ramadhani, Erma Surya Yuliana, Nasikhudin Nasikhudin, Safwan Abd. Aziz, Nandang Mufti
Effect Of Argon Gas Flow Rate On Crystal Structure, Morphology, And Optical Properties Of Cigs Film For Photodetector Applications, Nurul Lathi’I Fatul Chamidah, Fadilah Wulan Cahyani, I Gusti Ayu Isnaini Fatha Ramadhani, Erma Surya Yuliana, Nasikhudin Nasikhudin, Safwan Abd. Aziz, Nandang Mufti
Journal of Mechanical Engineering Science and Technology (JMEST)
CIGS material can be used as a material for photodetector applications. The deposition of CIGS thin films remains challenging. Generally, argon is used as a gas to bombard the CIGS material through the sputtering method. This study fabricated photodetectors by varying the argon gas flow rate (50-80 sccm) to investigate its effect on device performance. XRD, SEM, UV-Vis, and photoresponse tests were characterized. Structural analysis using XRD showed a weak (112) diffraction peak, indicating that the resulting film was not fully crystalline, but rather consisted of a nanocrystalline phase, even partly amorphous, with small crystallite sizes. According to the SEM …
Numerical Analysis Of The Effect Of Vortex Generator On The Aerodynamic Performance Of Naca 6412 Airfoils Using Large Eddy Simulation, Dedet Hermawan Setiabudi, Joan Bayuaji Nugroho, Eli Kumolosari, Lazuardy Rahendra Pinandhita, Okto Dinaryanto
Numerical Analysis Of The Effect Of Vortex Generator On The Aerodynamic Performance Of Naca 6412 Airfoils Using Large Eddy Simulation, Dedet Hermawan Setiabudi, Joan Bayuaji Nugroho, Eli Kumolosari, Lazuardy Rahendra Pinandhita, Okto Dinaryanto
Journal of Mechanical Engineering Science and Technology (JMEST)
Aerodynamic performance of an airfoil is significantly affected by flow separation, especially at high angles of attack. One common strategy to control flow separation is adding a triangular vortex generator (VG), which creates small vortices that help keep the airflow attached. The present study investigated the impact of triangular vortex generators on a NACA 6412 airfoil using Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) method. Large Eddy Simulation (LES) was applied due to its ability to show the vortices more clearly than other methods. It can also accurately capture the flow separation. To obtain the lift, drag, and lift-to-drag ratio (CL/CD) data, four …
The Effect Of Heat Treatment Duration On The Psychochemical, Mechanical, And Biodegradability Of Polyvinyl Alcohol/Gambir Extract Biocomposite Films, Ainul Kahfi Muhlasin, Poppy Puspitasari, Heru Suryanto, Diki Dwi Pramono, Dieter Rahmadiawan, Billie Jack Pasion
The Effect Of Heat Treatment Duration On The Psychochemical, Mechanical, And Biodegradability Of Polyvinyl Alcohol/Gambir Extract Biocomposite Films, Ainul Kahfi Muhlasin, Poppy Puspitasari, Heru Suryanto, Diki Dwi Pramono, Dieter Rahmadiawan, Billie Jack Pasion
Journal of Mechanical Engineering Science and Technology (JMEST)
This study investigates PVA-based films with the addition of gambir and heat treatment to improve the characteristics of the film. Methods include the synthesis of PVA film with gambir addition (0.5%), treated by heat treatment for 40 minutes and 60 minutes. The film was characterised by physicochemical, mechanical properties, and biodegradability. Data was analyzed using ANOVA with a significance of 95%. Results indicate that the surface of PVA/gambir films is smoother and more homogeneous as the heat treatment duration increases. New peaks of functional groups were identified after the addition of gambir at the C-C and C-O groups. After heat …
Surface Modification Of Local Natural Fibers Via Alkali Treatment For Improved Mechanical And Molecular Properties Of Bamboo Fiber, Pineapple Leaf Fiber, And Sisal Fiber, Jibril Maulana, Muhammad Ilman Nur Sasongko, Dewi Izzatus Tsamroh, Muchammad Yafis, Syekhan Maulana
Surface Modification Of Local Natural Fibers Via Alkali Treatment For Improved Mechanical And Molecular Properties Of Bamboo Fiber, Pineapple Leaf Fiber, And Sisal Fiber, Jibril Maulana, Muhammad Ilman Nur Sasongko, Dewi Izzatus Tsamroh, Muchammad Yafis, Syekhan Maulana
Journal of Mechanical Engineering Science and Technology (JMEST)
A major development in materials science toward reinforcement materials in biopolymer composites has been caused by a worldwide trend toward sustainable manufacturing and the rise of the circular economy. However, their mechanical properties can often be affected by their hydrophilic properties, lack of surface compatibility, and their presence of molecular bonding, such as lignin and hemicellulose. Alkaline surface modification has been widely reported as an effective technique to increase structural stability and fibermatrix adhesion. This study evaluated the effects of alkalizing three types of local natural fibers—bamboo fiber (BF), pineapple leaf fiber (PALF), and sisal (SF)—with sodium hydroxide (NaOH) at …
Thermophysical, Rheological And Wear Resistance Of Canola Oil Biolubricant With Calcium Carbonate Additive Nanoparticle As Coolant In Cnc Machining, Alfandi Jaelani, Poppy Puspitasari, Diki Dwi Pramono, Alief Muhammad, Muhammad Kozin, Muhammad Kashif
Thermophysical, Rheological And Wear Resistance Of Canola Oil Biolubricant With Calcium Carbonate Additive Nanoparticle As Coolant In Cnc Machining, Alfandi Jaelani, Poppy Puspitasari, Diki Dwi Pramono, Alief Muhammad, Muhammad Kozin, Muhammad Kashif
Journal of Mechanical Engineering Science and Technology (JMEST)
Vegetable oil-based cutting fluids are of great importance in supporting green and sustainable manufacturing. This research introduces a new groundbreaking vegetable lubricant formulated with canola oil as the base material, coupled with CaCO3 nanoparticles synthesized from scallop shell waste and used as a cutting fluid in the AISI 1045 CNC machining process steel sprayed with minimum quantity lubrication (MQL). This investigation delves into the thermophysical, rheological, and wear resistance of the developed bio-lubricant. The results of this analysis show density value increased in the canola + CaCO3 0.15% sample by 3.28% of the pure canola sample, as did the viscosity …
Analysis Of Engine Parameters Of High Composition Palm Oil Biodiesel In Crdi System, Achmad Aminudin, Kelvin Dwi Wardana, Nanang Romandoni, Ahmad Yusril Aminullah, Nur Ihda Farikhatin Nisa, Hari Setiapraja
Analysis Of Engine Parameters Of High Composition Palm Oil Biodiesel In Crdi System, Achmad Aminudin, Kelvin Dwi Wardana, Nanang Romandoni, Ahmad Yusril Aminullah, Nur Ihda Farikhatin Nisa, Hari Setiapraja
Journal of Mechanical Engineering Science and Technology (JMEST)
The heavy reliance on fossil fuels has serious consequences, particularly regarding increased greenhouse gas emissions that contribute to global warming. In order to obtain cleaner fuel resources and reduce fossil fuel dependence, palm oil biodiesel is added to fossil diesel by volume ratio resulting in B50 and B55 blends. Combustion characteristics, performance, fuel consumption, and emissions were performed in a diesel engine with a 4-cylinder common rail direct injection (CRDI) at different engine speeds (1500, 2000, 2500, and 3000 rpm). Compared to fossil diesel, biodiesel blends exhibit higher density at 855.9 kg/m³ (B55), kinematic viscosity with a value of 5.1 …
Impact Of Cpo And B35 On Diesel Engine Rocker Arm Wear During Long-Term Operation, Fawwaz Aqilah Nurmansyah, Nur Fadilah Rizky Supramono, Muhammad Ikhsan, Erwan Adi Saputro, Wiliandi Saputro
Impact Of Cpo And B35 On Diesel Engine Rocker Arm Wear During Long-Term Operation, Fawwaz Aqilah Nurmansyah, Nur Fadilah Rizky Supramono, Muhammad Ikhsan, Erwan Adi Saputro, Wiliandi Saputro
Journal of Mechanical Engineering Science and Technology (JMEST)
The increasing number of motor vehicles has led to higher fossil fuel consumption, contributing to greenhouse gas emissions, climate change, and environmental degradation. As a renewable alternative, biodiesel offers a way to reduce these impacts. Indonesia, with its abundant natural resources, has significant potential for biodiesel production. Crude palm oil (CPO) is a promising feedstock due to its availability and relatively low environmental impact. However, the high costs associated with the transesterification process make direct use of pre-heated CPO an area worth exploring. This study investigates the impact of pre-heated pure CPO compared to B35 ("Dexlite") on rocker arm wear …
Improvement Of Thermal Energy Storage Performance In Al-Al2o3 Composites Through Additions Of Copper: Evaluation Of Microstructure And Thermal Properties, Muhammad Hasan Basri, Ramang Magga, Muhammad Syaiful Fadly, Zikri Arifansyah Djaba, Muhammad Iqbal Ibrahim, Hidayat Hidayat, Yandi Yandi
Improvement Of Thermal Energy Storage Performance In Al-Al2o3 Composites Through Additions Of Copper: Evaluation Of Microstructure And Thermal Properties, Muhammad Hasan Basri, Ramang Magga, Muhammad Syaiful Fadly, Zikri Arifansyah Djaba, Muhammad Iqbal Ibrahim, Hidayat Hidayat, Yandi Yandi
Journal of Mechanical Engineering Science and Technology (JMEST)
The study aims to evaluate the influence of adding copper aluminum–alumina composite (Al–Al₂O₃) against characteristic thermal properties through metallurgical powder. Three variations of the composition of weight copper were used, namely 5%, 10%, and 15%, with aluminum as the matrix and alumina as the reinforcement. Thermal test covering analysis of thermal conductivity, specific heat, and microstructure characterization using SEM-EDX. The results show that adding Cu increases thermal conductivity significantly, with the highest mark achieved in the 15% Cu composite (6.47 W/m.°C). However, the increase in Cu content above 10% causes the agglomeration of particles and enhancements in porosity, which harms …
Full Factorial Design Of Carbon Content And Heating Temperature On Height Reduction In Bonnell Springs, Yurida Ekawati, Cendana Anggun Sasmitha, Mochamad Syamsul Ma’Arif
Full Factorial Design Of Carbon Content And Heating Temperature On Height Reduction In Bonnell Springs, Yurida Ekawati, Cendana Anggun Sasmitha, Mochamad Syamsul Ma’Arif
Journal of Mechanical Engineering Science and Technology (JMEST)
The durability of Bonnell springs, which are widely used in the manufacture of spring beds, is often compromised by height reduction during use, which negatively impacts product comfort and quality. This study aims to minimize spring height reduction by investigating the effects of heating temperature and carbon content in the spring steel. A full factorial experimental design was applied using two factors: heating temperature (250°C, 260°C, and 270°C) and carbon content (0.72%, 0.73%, and 0.74%). Nine treatment combinations were tested, with five replicates each, and the height reduction values were measured after 100 compression cycles. The data were analyzed using …
Jhtdb-Wind: A Web-Accessible Large-Eddy Simulation Database Of A Wind Farm With Virtual Sensor Querying, Xiaowei Zhu, Shuolin Xiao, Ghanesh Narasimhan, Luia A. Martinez-Tossas, Michael Schnaubelt, Gerard Lemson, Hanxun Yao, Alexander S. Szalay, Dennice F. Gayme, Charles Meneveau
Jhtdb-Wind: A Web-Accessible Large-Eddy Simulation Database Of A Wind Farm With Virtual Sensor Querying, Xiaowei Zhu, Shuolin Xiao, Ghanesh Narasimhan, Luia A. Martinez-Tossas, Michael Schnaubelt, Gerard Lemson, Hanxun Yao, Alexander S. Szalay, Dennice F. Gayme, Charles Meneveau
Mechanical and Materials Engineering Faculty Publications and Presentations
This paper introduces JHTDB-wind (https://turbulence.idies.jhu.edu/datasets/windfarms), a publicly accessible database containing large-eddy simulation (LES) data from wind farms. Building on the framework of the Johns Hopkins Turbulence Database (JHTDB), which hosts direct numerical and some large-eddy simulation datasets of canonical turbulent flows, JHTDB-wind stores the full space-time (4D) history of the flow and provides users the ability to access and query the data via a web-based virtual sensor interface. The initial dataset comprises LES results from a large wind farm with 6 X 10 turbines, modeled using a filtered actuator line method, under conventionally neutral atmospheric conditions. This data comprises one …
Investigation Of Mechanical Performance And Metallurgical Characteristics Of Titanium Grade 2 Tube-To-Tubesheet Joints, Ahmad Hussein Al Tamimi
Investigation Of Mechanical Performance And Metallurgical Characteristics Of Titanium Grade 2 Tube-To-Tubesheet Joints, Ahmad Hussein Al Tamimi
Thesis/ Dissertation Defenses
Tube-to-tubesheet joints, an integral component of shell and tube heat exchangers, are known for their vulnerability to leakage problems at the joint region due to mechanical and chemical factors coupled with fabrication techniques involved in creating these joints. An ideal condition of manufacturing process parameters and geometrical variables required to produce tube-to-tubesheet joints is highly desired. One of the most promising candidate materials to fabricate tube-to-tubesheet joints is titanium or titanium alloys due to their excellent strength and resistance to corrosion. The present study investigates the structural integrity of three categories of Titanium Grade 2 based tube-to-tubesheet joints comprising of …