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The low thermal efficiency of Gas Power Plants (PLTG) due to exhaust gas heat loss drives the implementation of cogeneration at PLTGU Block II PT. PLN Indonesia Power UBP Semarang. This study analyzes the performance of the Gas Turbine Generator (GTG), combined cycle efficiency, and Exergy distribution using a 3-3-1 configuration. The research utilizes actual operational data from January 28, 2026, sampled at 10-minute intervals. Results indicate that cogeneration via a Heat Recovery Steam Generator (HRSG) significantly enhances plant efficiency. The GTG output ranged from 273–283 MW with an efficiency of 30.0–30.2%. Following combined cycle integration, system efficiency increased to 43.9–44.4%, a gain of approximately 14%, with a heat rate of 11,916–11,988 kJ/kWh. Exhaust heat of 665–713 MW was recovered to generate an additional 130 MW through the Steam Turbine Generator (STG). Exergy analysis reveals that the largest irreversibility occurs in the GTG combustion process (285 MW), followed by the HRSG (185 MW) and STG (49 MW).

Gas turbine generators play an important role in providing electrical energy, especially in the maritime sector, but they are vulnerable to disturbances such as overcurrent and undervoltage, which can cause equipment damage. This study aims to design and test an automatic protection system based on the ESP32 microcontroller with the INA219 sensor to detect current and voltage, as well as a relay as a circuit breaker. The method used is an experimental approach including static and dynamic testing, both with and without a 5W AC lamp load as a simulation of real loading conditions. Test results show that the average sensor reading error is 2.65% for current and 1.76% for voltage, which is still within the ±3% tolerance limit. The system is able to disconnect the load when any parameter exceeds the protection threshold, although there are slight inconsistencies in the relay response due to sensor reading fluctuations. In conclusion, this automatic protection system is proven to be 85% accurate and responsive in maintaining the operational reliability of the gas turbine generator, making it applicable as a preventive solution against electrical disturbances in marine environments.

The Gas and Steam Power Plant (PLTGU) utilizes exhaust heat from gas turbines to produce steam, which is then used to drive steam turbines. One of the critical processes in this system is seawater desalination, which requires reliable measuring instruments to ensure the continuity and quality of the water supply. The Differential Pressure Flow Transmitter type Azbil JTD920S is used to measure fluid flow rates at four main points: Sea Water Flow (feed), Distillate Water Flow, Condensate Water Flow, and Sea Water to Ejector Condenser Flow. A decline in transmitter performance may occur due to environmental factors, corrosion, and high workload, making periodic preventive maintenance (PM) essential. This study aims to analyze the transmitter’s performance by comparing PM data with the manufacturer’s maximum specifications using literature studies, direct observation, and interviews. The calculation results show that the highest performance levels are found in the Distillate Water Flow (73.53%) and Sea Water to Ejector Condenser Flow (73.87%) lines, while the lowest is in the Condensate Water Flow (49.00%). These findings emphasize the importance of close monitoring of high-performance transmitters to prevent premature failure and maintain the efficiency of the desalination process.

The largest source of energy currently utilized is still predominantly from fossils. Fossil energy sources are non-renewable so over time they will run out. So it is necessary to utilize renewable energy sources. One renewable energy source that is environmentally friendly and easy to obtain is wind energy. Wind is a collection of air that is experiencing movement due to a difference in pressure on the earth's surface. Wind will move from areas of high pressure to areas of lower pressure. Experimental research on wind energy is a useful energy that can be put to good use. Wind energy is a form of energy that comes from utilizing air flow in the atmosphere to produce mechanical or electrical energy. The main technology used to utilize wind energy is a wind turbine, which converts wind kinetic energy into electrical energy through a generator. Which of course also requires sufficient wind speed so that the wind turbine can rotate and produce mechanical movement in the form of rotational torque which can then be converted into electrical energy. Wind energy has great potential as a clean, sustainable and environmentally friendly resource, as it does not produce greenhouse gas emissions or hazardous waste during its operation. However, wind energy development faces challenges such as fluctuations in wind speed, large land requirements, visual impacts, and potential disruption to local ecosystems. With technological innovation and careful planning, wind energy can be a significant solution to meet global energy needs in a sustainable manner.

This study aims to analyze the potential for developing Wind Power Plants (PLTB) in Gorontalo Province, focusing on wind speed in several strategic locations. The consistent and relatively high wind speeds in coastal and lowland areas of Gorontalo make the region highly suitable for developing wind energy as a renewable energy source. This research utilizes meteorological data to measure wind speed at four locations: Batudaa Pantai 1, Batudaa Pantai 2, Kwandang, and Sumalata. The analysis reveals that wind speeds range from 6.73 m/s to 7.08 m/s, with electricity generation capacity per turbine ranging from 146 kW to 170 kW. The total electricity capacity that can be generated by 30 turbines across these locations is 18.9 MW. This potential provides a significant contribution to meeting renewable energy needs in Gorontalo and Indonesia in general. However, the development of PLTB in this area requires further consideration of technical, economic, social, and regulatory aspects. Therefore, it is recommended to conduct a comprehensive feasibility study to assess the technical and economic viability, as well as the social and economic impacts on local communities. Additionally, government support in terms of policy and fiscal incentives will expedite the development of PLTB in Gorontalo, which in turn can contribute to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and supporting sustainable energy in the future.

This research aims to identify and analyze the essential instructional tools needed in gas turbine learning for cadets of the Naval Academy's engineering corps using a mixed-method approach with an explanatory sequential design involving 160 respondents, consisting of 120 engineering corps cadets, 15 instructors, and 25 field engineering officers. The research results identified 28 types of gas turbine instructional tools categorized into four groups, with simulators and software showing the highest level of importance (4.65/5.0), and there were significant differences in the perception of importance levels among the three groups of respondents (F(2,157) = 12.45, p < 0.001). The AHP analysis produced a priority framework in four levels, with Level 1 encompassing 5 essential instructional tools: gas turbine simulator (0.742), gas turbine cut-section model (0.698), control system trainer kit (0.681), interactive learning video (0.673), and troubleshooting simulator (0.667). Regression analysis showed that instructional tools significantly contribute to learning effectiveness (R² = 0.742), with the gas turbine simulator as the main predictor (β = 0.384), positively impacting the cognitive aspect with a 26.8% increase in concept understanding (effect size 1.24), the affective aspect with an increase in learning motivation and career interest from 67% to 84%, and the psychomotor aspect with a 33.7% increase in hands-on skills and a 28.5% reduction in troubleshooting time. The resulting priority framework provides strategic guidance for optimizing resources and gradually developing gas turbine learning capabilities in military educational institutions, despite facing major obstacles such as budget constraints, technology compatibility, lack of quality human resources, and limited laboratory infrastructure.

In carrying out structured maintenance, a method is needed to increase the durability of an aircraft component, one of the methods used is the reliability method. The reliability of aircraft components is very necessary to ensure that each aircraft component is serviceable and runs according to its function in the aircraft system, so to increase the reliability of an aircraft component, the reliability method is very important to do. This study aims to determine the critical life time limit of the asset or system or equipment function and identify the failure mode that occurs in the Gas Turbine Engine component of the Boeing 737-500 aircraft because if this engine fails, it can result in flight delays and if not handled immediately can cause the aircraft to experience Aircraft on Ground (AOG) conditions, because it has the potential to disrupt airworthiness and threaten safety. This study uses exploratory research which aims to simplify problems to make them easier to solve. This study uses the Pareto diagram method to determine the highest type of failure in components, then analyzes it using the failure mode effect analysis (FMEA) method. Based on FMECA and FTA analysis, there are 3 failure modes, the failure modes include mechanical system (Bleed Valve), pneumatic system (Butterfly Shaft), electrical system (actuator). The failure was due to the occurrence of the top event part consumable, namely the bleed valve part with an RPN value of 192, followed by the butterfly shaft part with an RPN value of 75 and the Actuator part with an RPN value of 72. The pneumatic system and electrical system categories are prioritized to carry out preventive maintenance, which means it is a solution from industry players in an effort to maximize maintenance of the turbofan engine system accompanied by technical or economic analysis to ensure a system in extending the service life of parts in the aircraft system.

The need for electrical energy in modern life is crucial; however, conventional energy sources such as coal, gas, oil, and nuclear have limitations in their availability. Therefore, people are searching for renewable alternatives for electrical energy. This study aims to evaluate the voltage, current, and revolutions per minute generated by a DC generator, as well as the efficiency of a turbine intended for emergency lighting in a tent. The research involves testing the turbine at seven different head heights, ranging from 20cm to 80cm. In this experiment, a water pump with a flow rate of 5 liters per second is used to supply power to three 8-watt DC lamps. The research results indicate that the maximum power that can be generated for tent lighting is approximately 20.83 watts, with an efficiency of 61.09%, achieved at a head turbine height of 50cm.  

This study aims to know the cost of designing maintenance using the Reliability Centered Maintenance method. Engine and fuel control, is a fuel engine system and fuel control system; in charge of distributing and measuring fuel from the fuel storage tank, to the combustion chamber. Gas turbine or  component area (Combustor), functions as a distributor of fuel used in aircraft systems and plays a role in carrying out its operation (Boeing 737-400 Aircraft Maintenance Manual). Reliability is the possibility of a component or system to be able to operate and/or carry out its functions. The function has been assigned to certain operating conditions and in a certain environment for a predetermined period of time. Thus, reliability is the probability that it will not fail or be able to perform its function for a period of time (t) or more. In the analysis of preventive maintenance financing, which is carried out when the reliability value reaches 70%, 60% and 50%, respectively, it is obtained for each component.

Kebutuhan akan konsumsi energi listrik sangat tinggi dan semua aktivitas manusia banyak yang menggunakan energi listrik. Listrik juga sangat dibutuhkan pada industri, karna seluruh alat hampir semua menggunakan listrik. Karna penggunaan listrik sangat besar pada PT. Cemindo Gemilang membangun unit WHRS (Waste Heats Recovery System) untuk menyuplai listrik. Dalam penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui bagaimana prinsip kerja serta proses kerja pada WHRS. Metode yang digunakan yaitu dengan observasi dan wawancara untuk mengetahui bagaimana proses pada WHRS tersebut. Hasil kesimpulan yaitu Waste Heats Recovery System ini merupakan pembangkit listrik yang menggunakan sisa panas atau flue gas sebagai pengganti batu bara untuk memanaskan air pada boiler.