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Sediment Control At The Lateral Channel Inlet
Authors: Al-Zubaidy Rana A. , Ismaeil Rawaa H. 
Published: January 2022

Abstract
Environmental and civil engineering projects frequently employ the open channel side intake structure. However, the commonest among the issues faced in most of the lateral intakes include sedimentation and sediment delivery. This involves several problems namely, decreased flow discharge capacity in the irrigation canals and the threat of water blockage during times of low water flow. Besides, this problem with the sediment either lowers the performance levels or causes failure of the facilities that this sub-channel serves. Hence, the engineers focused on designing an intake with the features of high flow discharge and low sediment delivery. This paper attempts to review and summarize the literature relevant to the branching channel flow and submerged vane technique to minimize the sediment-related issues. The present review highlights that most of the earlier research work done dealt with the characteristics of the flow in a right-angle branch channel possessing rigid confines. Also, more investigations are required regarding the implications of the submerged vanes. Besides, no comprehensive studies are available on the saddle point itself, and a high percentage of the studies have been part of earlier investigations that had focused on only briefly outlining this subject.
An opportunity for using constructed wetland technology in hospital wastewater treatment: a preliminary study
Authors: Akhmad A G , Darman S , Aiyen  , S. Hamsens W Pingkan , Hamsens S. 
Published: January 2022

Abstract
The problem faced by many hospitals in Indonesia is the low efficiency of Waste Water Treatment Plant (WWTP) hospitals. If it does not get the attention, it will have an impact on health and environmental pollution. Various technologies have been used but experienced many obstacles. Constructed wetlands based on aquatic plants that have been used in developed countries are very prospects of being developed in regions such as Indonesia with a tropical climate. A preliminary study is needed with the first step to investigate the quality of hospital wastewater in Palu City, Indonesia, as a sample. This study aims to obtain a description of hospital wastewater characteristics and to evaluate the performance of the hospital WWTP in Palu. Data collection was done by taking data indirectly through laboratory test results during 2015-2019. Tabulating data using Excel software to illustrate statistics, then presented in the form of bar charts, interpreting according to the quality standards. Investigation results showed that the characteristics of hospital inlet wastewater in Palu are parameter values varying with four high concentration parameters: total coliform, TSS, Ammonia Nitrogen, and COD. The efficiency level of WWTP hospitals in Palu is relatively low in removing pollutants.
Contemplating the traditional rural architecture of Nalanda: A case study
Authors: Kumari R 
Published: January 2022

Abstract
The fundamental purpose of a building is to provide a comfortable and safe living environment, which protects from the extremes of surrounding environment, as well as give an opportunity of physical and psychosomatic development. The traditional buildings evolved gradually to meet the eventually changing human needs and lifestyle over a period of time, integrates the environmental and socioeconomic characters of the society in a well manner. These buildings have attained deep reconciliation with site surroundings, and thus, have minimal environmental impact. In spite of rapidly growing concept of advanced technological approach towards sustainability, the concept of indigenous technology and traditional architecture plays an active role. The main objective of this paper is to understand the principles and strategies for sustainability from traditional rural architecture and indigenous technologies. The methodology adopted is documentation of a traditional rural house of Nalanda, India, and analyse the environmental and socioeconomic aspects. The data has been collected from surveys, site measurements, literature, and other secondary sources. The thermal performance of a traditional house is analysed through computer aided simulations in the present investigation. This paper concludes with an appreciation of principles of traditional rural architecture and advocates their integration in the present scenario.
Extraction of Zn (II) ions in an polypropylene glycol 425 - sodium chloride - water aqueous two-phase system
Authors: Fedorova M I , Zinov’eva I V 
Published: January 2022

Abstract
Liquid-liquid extraction is one of the most used separation methods in chemical technology for recovery and separation of metal ions, other inorganic and organic substances. It is known that for extraction of Zn(II) the most frequently used extractants are D2EHPA, Aliquat 336, etc., diluted in an organic solvent. The use of these reagents does not meet the principles of “green” chemistry. Thus, in the present work, the extraction system based on polypropylene glycol 425 and sodium chloride for the extraction of Zn(II) ions from aqueous solutions is proposed. Equilibrium values of the distribution coefficient in the proposed aqueous two-phase system have been determined. Dependence of metal distribution coefficient on time of phase contact is obtained, time to reach equilibrium was 10 minutes. The isotherm of Zn(II) extraction obtained in the proposed system is a straight line, which indicates the independence of the distribution coefficient from the initial concentration of metal in the solution. The received experimental data can be used at the creation of “green” schemes of processing of Ni-MH batteries.
Synthesis of composite nanostructure natural ZrO2
and magnetite particles (Fe3O4@ZrO2) and study of its lead ion adsorption efficiency
Authors: Irawan C , Putra M D , Nata I F , Refki M F , Hidayat R , Triantoro A , Abbas  
Published: January 2022

Abstract
The potential of zircon minerals in Indonesia, especially in Central Kalimantan, has not been adequately explored and developed into valuable materials with high technical and economic value and environmentally friendly. This research has the potential to be processed and formed into advanced materials, seeing its high potential as an excellent adsorbent for anions/cations in water treatment and industrial wastewater. This research aims to develop raw zircon minerals into zircon oxides, which will later be composited with magnetic nanoparticles. The zircon mineral processing is carried out using hydrothermal methods. It is known that the physical and mechanical characteristics are suitable to be developed by having good reusability and durability as advanced materials. The adsorbent characterizations of FTIR, SEM, and XRF analysis showed that the Fe3O4@ZrO2 had many different functional groups and a high specific surface area for adsorption processes. The Fe3O4@ZrO2 showed high adsorption uptake capacity and selectivity for the lead in the Sasirangan textiles wastewater. Therefore, the Fe3O4@ZrO2 have the potential to be used as an adsorbent in water and wastewater treatment.
Determination of rice husk activated Carbon capacity in adsorption of Cu Metal from Sasirangan liquid waste based on isotherm model
Authors: Syauqiah I , Nurandini D , Prihatini N P , Jamiyaturrasidah  
Published: January 2022

Abstract
The process of manufacturing Sasirangan - a traditional fabric of South Kalimantan - has an impact that affects environmental pollution, namely the dyeing process of the fabric. The synthetic dyes used contain heavy metals and one of those toxic metals is copper (Cu). This study aims to determine the adsorption capacity of rice husk activated carbon adsorbent by adjusting the adsorption pattern based on isotherm models as the treatment to sasirangan liquid waste. The method consists of three stages: preparation of adsorbent by carbonization process, chemical and physical activation, then continued by adsorption process of Cu metal with carbon from rice husks with variations of adsorbent dose (2, 4, and 6 grams). This treatment was conducted by batch process. In this reseach, the adsorption capacity of rice husk adsorbent towards heavy metal Cu in sasirangan liquid waste was determined from the equilibrium state with the Langmuir isotherm equation and Freundlich isotherm equation. Based on isothermal studies of adsorption data, the correlation coefficient values obtained from the isotherm model approaches are: for dose of 2 grams adsorbent, Langmuir R2 = 0.9991 and Freundlich R2 = 0.9981; for dose of 4 grams adsorbent, Langmuir R2 = 0.9992 and Freundlich R2 = 0.9989; for dose of 6 grams adsorbent, Langmuir R2 = 0.9990 and Freundlich R2 = 0.9986. The results of investigation indicate that adsorption data correlated well with Langmuir isotherm model.
The application of vapour equilibrium technique to control suction to study the shrinkage and water retention of compacted Claystone-Bentonite mixtures
Authors: Arifin Y F , Arsyad M , Afdi M , Muslim H 
Published: January 2022

Abstract
Understanding soil shrinkage and retaining water is essential for learning more about the possibility of cracking of liner. Moreover, the factors that influence it are also important to know to improve the material tested as hazardous waste liners. The vapour equilibrium technique is widely used to control suction of compacted soils experiencing drying-wetting phenomena. It is considered to be inexpensive, simple, and has the ability to adequately control the suction applied to soil samples. This paper, therefore, describes its application in studying the shrinkage and water retention in compacted claystone-bentonite mixtures. This involved using five saturated salt solutions including potassium sulphate (K2SO4), potassium chloride (KCl), sodium chloride (NaCl), potassium carbonate (K2CO3), and magnesium chloride (MgCl2.6H2O). The sample was allowed to be in equilibrium with the relative humidity salt solution and a calliper was used to measure the dimensions every day up to when this was achieved. The results showed the bentonite in the mixture affects the amount of shrinkage and water retention while the sample’s initial moisture content was also found to be very influential on the magnitude of the primary and residual shrinkage. Moreover, the sample’s ability to hold water was almost the same without differentiating the initial water content at a total suction of more than 41084.91 kPa.
Evaluation of overall equipment effectivity in the cement manufacturing industry: a case study
Authors: Mustakim F , Asih H M 
Published: January 2022

Abstract

Overall equipment effectiveness is one of the important tools to measure the productivity in the company. This research is based on a case study of cement manufacturing industry in Indonesia, especially in kiln machine. The research aims to investigate the six big losses. In addition, the calculation of availability components, performance efficiency, and quality rate are carried out. The fishbone diagram is also employed to identify the root cause of the problem deeply. The results show the biggest losses in the kiln machine are the reduced speed losses. Therefore, the availability component and the performance efficiency should be improved to increase the productivity and the efficiency in the shop floor. Some suggestions are presented such as make a better surveillance system, improve the planning of preventive maintenance machine, and replace the more sophisticated maintenance tools to facilitate maintaining the machine.
Application of jacket cooling water system recovery for fuel heating on diesel engine to reduce emissions
Authors: Barokah  , Semin  , Cahyono B , Sampurno Bambang , Tappy M , Huwae J , Ratela J , Wibisono Y 
Published: January 2022

Abstract
The existence of a diesel engine is very necessary for life today. In development, the diesel engine is experienced many developments in all systems. In line with the development of the diesel engine can’t be separated from the impact of fuel use. This research was carried out to make a fuel heating system by utilizing jacket cooling water system recovery as a fuel heater and the method used in this research is an experimental method including making installation of a fuel heating system, testing on the diesel engine generator with specifications 4 strokes, 4 cylinders, 1500 rpm, 18 kVA using biodiesel (B20) fuel. The data were collected using a smoke opacity meter. The experiment was carried out by heating treatment of fuel starting from 30°C - 50°C at the interval of 5°C. Data analysis by describing experimental data. The result is showed that heating fuel can reduce the emission of the diesel engine.
Failure analysis of excavator hydraulic pump
Authors: Hidayat H , Aviva D , Muis A , Halik A , Sudarsono S , Pranoto S , Cahyadi D 
Published: January 2022

AbstractHydraulic pump failures may be related to hardware or problem in oil. In this study, the excavator hydraulic pump failures were investigated by using visual observed and measuring the part component. The disassembled process of the pump was performed considering the manual part book of the excavator hydraulic pump. The abrasive wear on the pump slipper and swash plate was observed by comparing the guidelines for the reusable part. The value of more than 1.07 mm clearance within piston and cylinder bore was measured then the results over the allowable limit considering the manual part book. Properly analyzing of component failure can provide valuable information about what caused the failure and thus can be to avoiding future unscheduled downtime.
NIR-to-NIR and NIR-to-Vis up-conversion of SrF2:Ho3+ nanoparticles under 1156 nm excitation
Authors: Ryszczyńska Sylwia , Grzyb Tomasz 
Published: January 2022

Abstract
Recently, the up-converting (UC) materials, containing lanthanide ions (Ln3+)have attracted considerable attention because of the multitude of their potential applications. The most frequently investigated are UC systems based on the absorption of near-infrared (NIR) radiation by Yb3+ ions at around 975–980 nm and emission of co-dopants, usually Ho3+, Er3+ or Tm3+ ions. UC can be observed also upon excitation with irradiation with a wavelength different than around 980 nm. The most often studied systems capable of UC without the use of Yb3+ ion are those based on the properties of Er3+ ions, which show luminescence resulting from the excitation at 808 or 1532 nm. However, also other Ln3+ ions are worth attention. Herein, we focus on the investigation of the UC phenomenon in the materials doped with Ho3+ ions, which reveal unique optical properties upon the NIR irradiation. The SrF2 NPs doped with Ho3+ ions in concentrations from 4.9% to 22.5%, were synthesized by using the hydrothermal method. The structural and optical characteristics of the obtained SrF2:Ho3+ NPs are presented. The prepared samples had crystalline structure, were built of NPs of round shapes and their sizes ranged from 16.4 to 82.3 nm. The NPs formed stable colloids in water. Under 1156 nm excitation, SrF2:Ho3+ NPs showed intense UC emission, wherein the brightest luminescence was recorded for the SrF2:10.0%Ho3+ compound. The analysis of the measured lifetime profiles and dependencies of the integral luminescence intensities on the laser energy allowed proposing the mechanism, responsible for the observed UC emission. It is worth mentioning that the described SrF2:Ho3+ samples are one of the first materials for which the UC luminescence induced by 1156 nm excitation was obtained.
A novel biomimetic nanocomposite exhibiting petal wetting phenomenon: fabrication and experimental investigations
Authors: Lenin Adithya , Arumugam Pandurangan , Rao Aruna Prakasa , Subramanian Angayarkanny 
Published: January 2022

Abstract
A functional composite material that simultaneously exhibits hydrophobicity and water droplet adhesion has monumental potential in controlling fluid flow, studying phase separation, and biological research. This article reports the fabrication of a petal wetting biomimetic Boron Nitride Nanotubes (BNNTs) -Polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS) nanocomposite achieved by drop casting. The petal effect was investigated by non-destructive techniques. The nanotubes were synthesized by chemical vapor deposition at 1150 °C and were characterized by x-ray diffraction, scanning electron microscopy, and high-resolution transmission electron microscopy. The mean diameter of the nanotubes was found to be 70 nm. The nanocomposites had BNNT fillers ranging from 0.5 wt% to 2 wt%. Water contact angles for pure PDMS polymer was 94.7° and for the 2 wt% BNNT-PDMS nanocomposite was 132.4°. The petal wetting nanocomposite displayed a characteristic trait of high contact angle hysteresis. The surface roughness parameters of the nanocomposites were determined by atomic force microscopy. Laser scanning confocal microscopy aided in analyzing the droplet penetration and in observing the trapped air between the water droplet and the nanocomposite surface. Based on surface observations, roughness parameters, and the extent of droplet penetration by the surface, we shed light on the Cassie impregnating wetting regime followed by the biomimetic nanocomposite. Such a surface would be beneficial in the study of the embryogenesis of cells and aid in moisture collection.
Effects of ultrasonic surface rolling and plasma nitriding on microstructure and properties of 690TT alloy
Authors: Chen Baoquan , Liu Junbiao , Li Xiaoxian , Chen Weiqing , Zhang Xuehui , Liang Tongxiang 
Published: January 2022

Abstract
To enhance surface mechanical properties of 690TT alloy, a surface hardening layer was obtained by ultrasonic surface rolling treatment (USRT) and plasma nitriding (PN). The surface morphology, mechanical properties, wear performances and corrosion performance were investigated by XRD, TEM, using a hardness tester, tensile tester, wear tester and electrochemical workstation in simulated sea water, respectively. The results showed that USRT as the pre-treatment can strengthen the performance of PN treatment samples. The USRT + PN treated sample showed existence of dislocation tangles and twin grains. Corrosion resistance in simulated sea water was enhanced. The surface microhardness increased by 180% compared with the untreated sample, the cross-sectional hardness gradually decreased till the depth of 1 mm. The tensile strength increased by a factor of 90% while the elongation decreased by only 40%. The wear scar was narrower and shallower than the untreated sample and the wear rate was significantly dropped. This paper aims at providing a new method for surface strengthening of 690TT alloy.
Characterization of silver nanoparticle inks toward stable roll-to-roll gravure printing
Authors: Lee Minki , Parajuli Sajjan , Moon Hyeokgyun , Song Ryungeun , Lee Saebom , Shrestha Sagar , Park Jinhwa , Yang Hao , Jung Younsu , Cho Gyoujin , Lee Jinkee 
Published: January 2022

Abstract
The rheological properties of silver inks are analyzed, and the printing results are presented based on the inks and roll-to-roll (R2R) printing speed. The shear viscosity, shear modulus, and extensional viscosity of the inks are measured using rotational and extensional rheometers. The inks exhibit the shear thinning power law fluids because the concentration of dispersed nanoparticles in the solvent is sufficiently low, which minimizes elasticity. After the inks are printed on a flexible substrate through gravure printing, the optical images, surface profiles, and electric resistances of the printed pattern are obtained. The width and height of the printed pattern change depending on the ink viscosity, whereas the printing speed does not significantly affect the widening. The drag-out tail is reduced at high ink viscosities and fast printing speeds, thereby improving the printed pattern quality in the R2R process. Based on the results obtained, we suggest ink and printing conditions that result in high printing quality for complicated printings, such as overlay printing registration accuracy, which imposes pattern widening and drag-out tails in printed patterns.
Decoherence-protected quantum register of nuclear spins in diamond
Authors: González Francisco J , Coto Raúl 
Published: January 2022

Abstract
Solid-state quantum registers are exceptional for storing quantum information at room temperature with long coherence time. Nevertheless, practical applications toward quantum supremacy require even longer coherence time to allow for more complex algorithms. In this work we propose a quantum register that lies in a decoherence-protected subspace to be implemented with nuclear spins nearby a nitrogen-vacancy center in diamond. The quantum information is encoded in two logical states composed of two carbon-13 nuclear spins, while an electron spin is used as ancilla for initialization and control. Moreover, by tuning an off-axis magnetic field we enable non-nuclear-spin-preserving transitions that we use for preparing and manipulating the register through stimulating Raman adiabatic passage. Furthermore, we consider more elaborated sequences to improve simultaneous control over the system yielding decreased gate time.
A critical discussion of different methods and models in Casimir effect
Authors: Brevik Iver , Shapiro Boris 
Published: January 2022

Abstract
The Casimir-Lifhitz force acts between neutral material bodies and is due to the fluctuations (around zero) of the electrical polarizations of the bodies. This force is a macroscopic manifestation of the van der Waals forces between atoms and molecules. In addition to being of fundamental interest, the Casimir-Lifshitz force plays an important role in surface physics, nanotechnology and biophysics. There are two different approaches in the theory of this force. One is centered on the fluctuations inside the bodies, as the source of the fluctuational electromagnetic fields and forces. The second approach is based on finding the eigenmodes of the field, while the material bodies are assumed to be passive and non-fluctuating. In spite of the fact that both approaches have a long history, there are still some misconceptions in the literature. In particular, there are claims that (hypothetical) materials with a strictly real dielectric function ε(ω) can give rise to fluctuational Casimir-Lifshitz forces. We review and compare the two approaches, using the simple example of the force in the absence of retardation. We point out that also in the second (the ‘field-oriented’) approach one cannot avoid introducing an infinitesimal imaginary part into the dielectric function, i.e. introducing some dissipation. Furthermore, we emphasize that the requirement of analyticity of ε(ω) in the upper half of the complex ω plane is not the only one for a viable dielectric function. There are other requirements as well. In particular, models that use a strictly real ε(ω) (for all real positive ω) are inadmissible and lead to various contradictions and inconsistencies. Specifically, we present a critical discussion of the ‘dissipation-less plasma model’. Our emphasis is not on the most recent developments in the field but on some conceptual, not fully resolved issues.