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STATISTICAL ANALYSIS OF X-RAY GENERATOR LEAKAGE TEST AT HOSPITALS AND HEALTH CENTERS IN CENTRAL JAVA PROVINCE
Full text linkSeveral research has been conducted yearly on X-Ray generator leakage by the Research Community and Devotion Polytechnics Institute of Nuclear Technology. However, none have determined the feasibility of X-rays in analyzing radiation leakages. Therefore, this research aims to conduct a statistical analysis test to determine the X-ray generator’s leakage level in radiology installations at several districts in Central Java province, initialized with A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, and I from 2012-2014. This research was carried out using a non-parametric statistic method due to its ability to analyze data in several places simultaneously at an average radiation leakage value of under 1 mGy/hour. However, some X-Ray Generators at districts H, I, and C exceed the limit of radiation leakage with row percentages of 7.6%, 37.5%, and 14.2%. The condition and information of the ranges in X-Ray Generator leakage at several districts in Central Java can be easily identified because the data is inputted into the thematic map and window chart using the Geographical Information System and computed by ArcView 3.3. The non-parametric statistics results showed that the operating procedure at each radiological installation in some districts of Central Java Province had been conducted in good quality. The data proportion in districts A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, and I are equal to the statistics values of 2,31033<9,2364; 0,2944442<13,3616; 4,6559925<10,6446; 0,1884249<12,0170; 0,0576894<4,6052; 0,4609793<2,70554; 0,9539133<7,7794; 17,452924<34,3816; 7,2867225<12,0170, respectively
IDENTIFICATION OF INCOMPLETE PENETRATION WELDING DEFECTS ON DIGITAL RADIOGRAPHIC FILM FIGURES WITH THE GEOMETRIC INVARIANT MOMENT
Full text linkThe examination of defects in radiographic films necessitates specialized knowledge, as indicated by an expert radiographer (AR) degree, yet the subjectivity of AR in identifying defects is problematic. To overcome this subjectivity, automatic welding defect identification is needed. This is executed by using Matlab to create artificial neural networks, which is beneficial for users with the graphical user interface (GUI) feature. One of the breakthroughs in figure extraction into seven feature vector values is the geometric invariant moment theory. This prevents translation, rotation, and scaling from changing the figure's characteristics. Therefore, a welding defect identification system with a geometric invariant moment was created in the digital radiographic film figure to overcome the reading error by AR. The identification system obtained an accuracy rating of 89.9%The examination of defects in radiographic films necessitates specialized knowledge, as indicated by an expert radiographer (AR) degree, yet the subjectivity of AR in identifying defects is problematic. To overcome this subjectivity, an automatic welding defect identification is needed. This is executed by using Matlab to create artificial neural networks, which is beneficial for users with the graphical user interface (GUI) feature. One of the breakthroughs in the figure extraction into seven feature vector values is the geometric invariant moment theory. This prevents translation, rotation, and scaling from changing the figure's characteristics. Therefore, a welding defect identification system with a geometric invariant moment was created in the digital radiographic film figure to overcome the reading error by AR. The identification system obtained an accuracy rating of 89.9%
REVIEW: APPLICATION OF IRRADIATION TECHNOLOGY IN NATURAL RUBBER VULCANIZATION PROCESS
Full text linkAPPLICATION OF IRRADIATION TECHNOLOGY IN NATURAL RUBBER VULCANIZATION PROCESS. A new vulcanization technology is needed in order to eliminate some potential negative impacts of conventional vulcanization such as contain nitrosamines and allergen proteins that are harmful to health, toxic residues of accelerator compound, cannot be done at room temperature, and sulfur crosslinking contribute to acidification impact. One of the advanced technologies that can be used in the processing of polymers, such as natural rubber, is irradiation using gamma rays. This study is descriptive analysis by conducting a literature search from books and journals of national and international reputation. Radiation in latex of natural rubber will cause free radical formation, crosslinking, and chain scission between polyisoprene chains, and also produce mostly H2 gas. For crosslinking, materials with G(S):G(X) ratios <1.00 are preferred. The dose increase till certain dose led to an increase in the cross-link density of the irradiated rubbers, while apparently, the degradation mechanism has occurred for doses greater than optimum doses. The tensile strength at break of radiation vulcanizate has long been presumed to be lower than that of sulfur vulcanizate or peroxide vulcanizate. The approaches for enhancing radiation crosslinking could be defined by incorporation with filler, increasing the possibility of polymer radical recombination, and increasing the amount of polymer radicals
BIOETHANOL PRODUCTION FROM COCONUT HUSK USING THE WET GAMMA IRADIATION METHOD
Full text linkBIOETHANOL PRODUCTION FROM COCONUT HUSK USING the WET GAMMA IRRADIATION METHOD. The use of coconut husk has only been used as a material for making handicrafts such as ropes, brooms, mats, and others or just burned. The combustion of coconut husk can cause air pollution. In fact, coconut husk can be used as a raw material for bioethanol production so that the beneficial value of coconut husk will also increase. One way of bioethanol production from coconut husk is by irradiating the coconut husk. The coconut husk irradiation technique to be carried out in this study is the wet irradiation technique. Wet irradiation is carried out to accelerate the process of bioethanol production because at the time of irradiation, cellulose has been hydrolyzed and glucose has been formed so that it is more efficient in time and use of the material so that the cellulose hydrolysis process is not necessary. The coconut husk samples were wet because they were mixed with 4% NaOH and were irradiated using a gamma irradiator from STTN-BATAN Yogyakarta with a dose of 30 kGy and 50 kGy and 0 kGy (or without irradiation). Then the sample is fermented with the fungus Saccharomyces Cerevisiae from tape yeast to form ethanol. Ethanol is purified and then analyzed for concentrations using pycnometric and refractometric methods. The result is that the highest ethanol content is without irradiation (0 kGy), this is due to the low dosage used. However, the main point in this wet method research is evidence of hydrolysis of cellulose by the formation of gluoxane after irradiated wet coconut husk, and with Fehling A and B analysis, brown deposits are seen proving that glucose has been formed
SAFETY ASSESSMENTS FOR SUPPORTING THE APPLICATION OF NUCLEAR TECHNOLOGY IN INDONESIA AND A COMPREHENSIVE STUDY ON HIGH NATURAL RADIOACTIVITY AREA
Full text linkSAFETY ASSESSMENTS FOR SUPPORTING THE APPLICATION OF NUCLEAR TECHNOLOGY IN INDONESIA AND A COMPREHENSIVE STUDY ON HIGH NATURAL RADIOACTIVITY AREA. Historically BATAN was established to investigate the negative impacts of nuclear explosions previously conducted in the Pacific area. However, this governmental institute is presently tasked to carry out research and development as well as services in the field of radiation safety and metrology. Therefore, this study aim to determine the activities carried out by BATAN in assessing the safety of workers and the environment. For instance, a standard source of dosimetry laboratory (SSDL) is used in calibration services to successfully support radiotherapy, with the highest achievement in the Designated Institute (DI) for Ionizing Radiation. The health research covers the application of gamma rays to create malaria vaccine, diagnose metabolic diseases with nuclear medicine techniques, and microdosimetry through radiodiagnostic assessment. This study also determined the effective dose and epidemiological study of radioecology and radiation biology in Mamuju (HBRA), which provides a unique opportunity to examine the health effects of chronic low-level radiation exposure to humans. Furthermore, the authors collaborated with Hirosaki University to obtain valuable information on the essential need to assess the health and physical status as well as cytogenetic and deoxynucleotide acid (DNA) damages in the lymphocytes of local populations. Dosimetry study was conducted by direct measurement in the field area by analyzing external radiation exposure of indoor and outdoor gamma dose rate. The internal radiation assessment was conducted by taking urine and inhaled air (radon) from the residents. Studies through the cytogenetic response supported by γ-H2AX, G0, and G2 micronucleus assays and TP53 showed no impacts on the natural radiation with significant differences compared to the control. Marine radioecology studies and radionuclides monitoring throughout the Indonesian archipelago showed no negative impacts as well. Nuclear emergency practice needs to be routinely conducted in the Center for strengthening safety and security cultures
The Implementation of Planning and Budgeting Redesign System in National Nuclear Energy Agency
Full text linkBATAN is presently applying the RSS concept of planning and budgeting redesign systems to prepare a work plan and budget document for 2021. This concept changes the nomenclature of programs, activities, and outputs that are input into the KRISNA. It also influences the substance of programs, activities, and outputs of each budget. The implementation of the RSPP concept is expected to strengthen the money follow program concept for the successful implementation of programs and activities in accordance with statutory regulation
REVIEW: CORN COB POTENTIAL FOR APPLICATIONS IN COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS
No full textPost-harvest activities of agricultural products often generate wastes. One of the agricultural wastes that increase every year is corn cobs, which have a high cellulose content and can potentially be used as raw materials for making natural fibers. Therefore, this study aims to examine the several potential commercial products from corn cobs. The method used is a literature study by tracing the sources of previous writings. Furthermore, how to process corn cobs waste for the manufacture of natural fibers and commercial products will be discussed. From the previously traced sources in the utilization of corn cobs waste, 4 products were obtained. The results are nano hydrogels based on gamma radiation, activated carbon with a carbonation process, bioethanol using the SSF process, and the use of corn cob cellulose as good-quality brake lining.Post-harvest activities of agricultural products often generate wastes. One of the agricultural wastes that increase every year is corn cobs, which have a high cellulose content and can potentially be used as raw materials for making natural fibers. Therefore, this study aims to examine several potential commercial products from corn cobs. The method used is a literature study by tracing the sources of previous writings. Furthermore, how to process corn cobs waste for the manufacture of natural fibers and commercial products will be discussed. From the previously traced sources in the utilization of corn cobs waste, 4 products were obtained. The results are nano hydrogels based on gamma radiation, activated carbon with a carbonation process, bioethanol using the SSF process, and the use of corn cob cellulose as good-quality brake lining
DEVELOPMENT OF 5 DOF ROBOTIC ARM PROTOTYPE CONTROL SYSTEM IN BRACHYTHERAPY PREPARATION BASED ON ARTIFICIAL NEURAL NETWORK
Full text linkBrachytherapy is a cancer treatment that uses radioactive sources with temporary or permanent implantation in cancer tissue. The theraphy uses a radioactive Ir-192 source wrapped in a stainless steel capsule with a diameter of 0.5 mm and a length of 4 mm. The Center for Radioisotopes and Radiopharmaceutical Technology applies a remote manipulator to manufacture microcapsules, which affects the accuracy and risks of the radiation received by the operator. Therefore, to solve this problem, it is necessary to design a 5 DoF robotic arm based on artificial neural networks as a radioactive source transfer tool to improve the precision and safety of operators in preparing the radioactive sources. In developing the 5 DoF robotic arm control system, the NImyRIO was employed, which can control the servo motor, relay pump and valve reality, image processing, and inverse kinematic. The inverse kinematic uses the neural network method with a forward kinematic validation. The inverse kinematic test obtains the RMSE value of 2.78932 for x, 5.05205 for y, and 12.641 for z in the inverse kinematic test of artificial neural networks. Therefore, the inverse kinematic accuracy of the artificial neural network needs to be redeveloped
RISK MANAGEMENT OF INDUSTRIAL RADIOGRAPHY PERSONNEL CERTIFICATION ACTIVITIES TO ENSURE WORKER SAFETY AND HEALTH
Full text linkRISK MANAGEMENT of Industrial Radiography Personnel Certification Activities to Ensure Worker Safety and Health. The increasing use of radioactive substances and other radiation sources in the Indonesian industry for non-destructive testing lead to a rise in the need for radiographers. In carrying out certification activities, NQSC utilizes radioactive sources in the form of gamma rays from X-ray appliances. Therefore adequate risk management to ensure the safety and health of participants is needed. The risk management process carried out by PSMN uses the hierarchy principle at ISO 45001 and other preventive measures regulated in the IAEA Safety Guidelines, with the measures evaluated periodically using dose reading data. The dosage results on workers and examinees showed that the dose value is below the allowable value with a Dose Limit Value (NBD) of no more than 20 mSv per year. This means that the risk management measures guarantee worker safety and health in the certification activities of industrial radiography personnel in PSMN
CONCEPTUAL DESIGN OF CONTROL ROD DRIVE MOTOR TYPE MAGNETIC JACK FOR NUCLEAR POWER PLANT
Full text linkThe Control Rod Drive Motor (CRDM) controls the reactor power of a G.A Siwabessy and automatically shuts it down during an emergency using a three-phase motor that drives a ball-nut spindle attached to the magnetic SCRAM through the transmission gear. However, there are several weaknesses associated with this design, such as the inability of the ball nut to rotate when a disturbance occurs at the motor limit switch continuously. This causes the threads on the control rod shaft to wear out due to friction and release from the holder. Therefore, this research aims to develop a CRDM with a magnetic jack for a nuclear plant, which moves the extension shaft and the control rod components vertically and linearly. The control rod's motor must pull, insert, hold, or drop it from any point. This conceptual design is the first step in determining prototyping design criteria with a magnetic jack to understand the working mechanism. The control rod gripping motion simulation was also presented using ANSYS Rigid Dynamics to reduce the failure at the design phase before prototyping. The simulation results showed no collision on each component capable of affecting the overall system performance. Therefore, the control rod motor functions properly in carrying out the pulling and lowering movements on 19.1 mm infrequency