Tag: Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember (ITS)

Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember (ITS), one of the ten Indonesian universities in the FICEM Consortium (French Indonesian Consortium in Engineering and Management), led the effort to extend this esteemed partnership on Tuesday, July 2, 2024. The consortium extension meeting was hosted hybrid. The institution took a significant step in strengthening academic ties between France and Indonesia.

Formed on March 9, 2015, in Medan, the FICEM Consortium includes nine renowned engineering and management schools from Institut Mines-Télécom (IMT) and ten top universities in Indonesia. As the original agreement neared its end, ITS initiated the renewal of this valuable partnership.

The renewal underscores the successful collaborations among consortium members in student mobility, research projects, and the exchange of PhD students, lecturers, and researchers. These efforts have significantly strengthened academic, research, and business links between Indonesia and France. Between 2022 and 2023, the consortium produced over 25 alumni and supported numerous research projects and joint conferences, including the Maritime Continent Fulcrum International Conference (MaCiFIC) 2022 and the International Conference on Sustainable Engineering Development and Technological Innovation (ICSEDTI) 2023.

In recognition of the consortium’s achievements, ITS proposed several vital initiatives to renew the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). Firstly, it aims to explore funding opportunities to support mobility and research programs within the network. Moreover, it also inducts more possibilities to diversify the range of programs that can be implemented. ITS suggested extending the MoU for another seven years, from 2024 to 2030.

By renewing the FICEM Consortium, ITS reaffirmed the enhancement of fruitful academic and research collaborations between leading universities in France and Indonesia.

ITS proudly hosted the 21st ASEAN University Games (AUG), specifically the indoor handball competition, from 26 – 30 June 2024 at ITS’ Pertamina Sports Hall. The event was participated by students from ASEAN countries, including Indonesia, Malaysia, and Singapore. This year marks the debut of handball in the AUG, making ITS’ role as host especially significant in introducing the sport to the annual ASEAN university students’ sports competitions.

At the Welcome Party on 26 June 2024, ITS’ Rector, Dr. Bambang Pramujati emphasized that the four-day tournament at the ITS campus goes beyond mere competition; it is an opportunity to build friendships, promote cultural exchange, and foster unity among universities in the ASEAN region. He encouraged participants to explore Surabaya and visit tourist-attractions like Mount Bromo. Additionally, Dr. Bambang highlighted ITS dedication to effectively organizing the tournament, including renovating the Pertamina Sports Hall to meet international standards, demonstrating ITS’ commitment to representing Surabaya and Indonesia.

Lastly, Dr. Bambang expressed his hope that hosting the event will spur the growth of handball at ITS, potentially igniting student interest in the sport. He envisions handball becoming one of the Student Activity Units (UKM) at ITS, with the aspiration of eventually producing outstanding handball student-athletes who can join ABTI. Dr. Bambang views this opportunity as a significant step toward promoting handball and enriching the sporting culture at ITS.

The Sapuangin team from Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember (ITS) achieved multiple accomplishments during the energy-efficiency student competition, Shell Eco-marathon Asia-Pacific and the Middle East 2024. This year, the annual competition was held at the Mandalika International Circuit, Lombok, from July 2-6, 2024. There were three major categories and 13 sub-categories being contested, and the team successfully secured four wins with their XI Evo 3 car. The wins were: (1) 1st Place in the Regional Championship; (2) 1st Place in the Urban Concept Internal Combustion Engine on-track sub-category; (3) 2nd Place in the Data and Telemetry Award, supported by Schmid Elektronik off-track sub-category; and (4) 2nd Place in the Safety Award off-track sub-category.

To qualify for the regional championship, the team had to defeat other opponents during the on-track race. Sapuangin’s XI Evo 3 won by outperforming the other six teams. The exceptional performance of the XI Evo 3 surpassed their achievement from last year, improving from 422.9 kilometers per liter to 481.9 kilometers per liter this year. The regional championship is highly competitive, as its format gives teams a small amount of energy based on their results. They have to match the proven energy efficiency of their car with strategy, skill, and speed in a race to cross the finish line first without running out of energy. For their immaculate achievement, Sapuangin will be invited to visit the Ducati Motorcycle factory in Thailand, where they will get a first-hand view behind the scenes of making these bikes and learn from professionals how innovation and motorsport go hand-in-hand.

Rayhan Naufal Hafizh, the General Manager of Sapuangin, highlighted their success to the speed and durability of Sapuangin’s XI Evo 3. “This year, we made several improvements to the transmission and vehicle body. We replaced several vehicle parts from metal with carbon fiber to reduce vehicle weight. We also created a telemetry system to monitor the condition and progress of our vehicles.”

The improved performance of XI Evo 3 also contributed to the second time winning of Sapuangin in the Urban Concept ICE sub-category. Looking ahead, Rayhan expressed the team\’s commitment to sustain their innovation efforts and defending their championship status in future competitions, including Shell Eco-marathon Asia Pacific and Middle East 2025 in Qatar.

To produce graduates adept at managing digital-based businesses, Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember (ITS) has launched the Digital Business Study Program. The official launch took place on May 16 at the ITS Tower 2 Auditorium. ITS Rector, Assoc. Prof. Bambang Pramujati, emphasized that the new program is part of ITS commitment to meeting society’s demand for expertise in digital business, addressing the challenges and opportunities of the digital era.

The program aims to foster adaptability and progressiveness in students, preparing them for the evolving landscape of business technology. Dr. Syarifa Hanoum, the Head of the ITS Business Management Department, expressed confidence in the program’s potential to produce experts who can contribute significantly to the digital economy. Dr. Lissa Rosdiana Noer, the Head of the new study program, elaborated that the program is designed to equip students with skills in managing and designing digital economic transformation processes. The curriculum is built on four pillars: functional management, digital systems and technology, business essentials, and digital business entrepreneurship and development.

The curriculum is tailored to meet the needs of students and the digital industry, offering courses on digital systems, User Interface/User Experience (UI/UX) design, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Internet of Things (IoT), and database systems. Graduates are expected to excel in digital marketing strategies, data analysis, product development, and entrepreneurship, ensuring they are not only technically proficient but also well-versed in current business dynamics. The program, which will begin admitting students for the 2024/2025 academic year, aims to enhance opportunities through partnerships with foreign universities for double degree programs, with an initial student quota of 50 seats.

The Anargya team from Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember (ITS) is gearing up for the next Formula SAE Japan 2024, where they will compete once more. As part of the preparations, the team is actively working on developing an electric formula car and seeking help from Indonesia’s President, Mr. Joko Widodo. Rafi Ahmad Fadilah, the Non-technical Manager of the Anargya team, highlighted the significance of FSAEJ as a global competition for students creating electric formula cars. The event is scheduled to take place on September 9, 2024 at Aichi Sky Expo in Japan. To ensure their readiness for the competition, both technical and non-technical aspects are being thoroughly addressed.

This year marks the third participation of the Anargya ITS team in FSAEJ, and according to Rafi Ahmad Fadilah, their technical preparations encompass three main stages: design, manufacturing, and testing. The design phase commenced in October 2023, followed by ongoing manufacturing, with a particular focus on mechanical aspects this year. Ahmad, a student of the Department of Materials and Metallurgy Engineering, emphasized that alongside technical efforts, the team is also engaging in non-technical initiatives such as building collaborations with various stakeholders. These partnerships have provided the team with support and opportunities to showcase their innovation, Anargya EV Mark 3.0, at the 2024 Periklindo Electric Vehicle Show (PEVS) in Jakarta.

During the PEVS, the Anargya team met President Joko Widodo, who expressed strong support for their endeavors in electric vehicle technology. This encouragement from the President, along with backing from various stakeholders, has motivated the team to strive for excellence in FSAEJ 2024. Ahmad hopes that their preparations will lead to a successful performance in the competition, aiming for optimal car performance and the ability to compete effectively in the Dynamic Event. He concluded with optimism, hoping that their efforts would yield significant achievements.

Following their triumph at the 36th National Student Scientific Week (Pimnas) in the category of the Student Creativity Program on Creative Initiatives (PKM-KC) in 2023, the Hemoglobest Team at Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember (ITS) received an encouraging development: they were contacted by STMicroelectronics (STM). STMicroelectronics is a global high-tech company creating semiconductor technologies for various industries, who saw potential in the Hemoglobest innovation. They reached out to the Hemoglobest Team following their success story at Pimnas. This partnership prospect signifies a remarkable opportunity for Hemoglobest to advance its technology and potentially bring it to a wider audience.

Under the mentorship of Dr. Astria Nur Irfansyah, a senior lecturer in the Department of Electrical Engineering, the team had successfully developed a pioneering hemoglobin detector named Hemoglobest. With a primary focus on lupus, an autoimmune disease associated with adverse effects like anemia, the Hemoglobest Team’s initiative aimed to introduce a non-invasive hemoglobin detector. This device, driven by artificial intelligence, facilitated the measurement of hemoglobin levels and predicted the likelihood of anemia without invasive procedures. Its non-invasive nature ensured ease of use and eliminated user discomfort. The operational mechanism involved the utilization of five light spectrums absorbed by hemoglobin in the blood vessels of the fingertips, surpassing traditional oximeters that typically rely on only two spectrums.

By employing an STM32 microcontroller, STMicroelectronics could enhance the capabilities of Hemoglobest. The STM32 microcontroller, known for its efficiency and advanced features, seamlessly integrated artificial intelligence functions into the device. This not only conserved power but also served as an early warning system for lupus patients. Moreover, the non-invasive design aimed to reduce medical waste associated with conventional procedures, offering a sustainable solution for patients. The potential impact of Hemoglobest on minimizing medical waste in Indonesia is significant, and with the collaboration with STMicroelectronics, its reach and effectiveness may be further amplified.

Indonesia is one of the top three countries globally for fisher fatalities. With around 2.2 million fishers and over 600,000 fishing vessels in Indonesia, this is a huge problem to address. This is mainly due to fishing vessels that are unsuited to the prevailing sea conditions with poor stability, a lack of watertight integrity, and an inability to control flooding. Indonesian fishermen often lack the necessary equipment and knowledge to assess the stability of their fishing boats, leading them to frequently operate in unsafe conditions and experience preventable accidents.

The existence of this problem prompted collaboration among Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember (ITS), University College London (UCL), Universitas Pattimura (UNPATTI), and Orela Shipyard to conduct research about the safety of ship stability located in Ambon. The research team includes Prof. I Ketut Aria Pria Utama and Mr. Dony Setiawan from ITS, Prof Giles Thomas and Dr Andrea Grech La Rosa from UCL, Dr. Wolter Roberth Hetharia from Unpatti, and Mr. Soegeng Riyadi from Orela Shipyard. The project also involved students from ITS and Unpatti.

The study spans from 2021 to 2023 and is supported by the Newton Fund. The project developed an application (Apps) called \”Kora-Kora\”, named after a local warship. Kora-Kora is designed to be used in a practical, easy, and accessible way. Using a cellphone’s accelerometer and gyroscope sensors, Kora-Kora can automatically read the ship’s movements and give signals about the ship’s condition using color. Fishermen only need to install the apps, ensure their battery is fully charged for use as a ship stability device, and can operate without an internet connection. The application will give a green signal if the ship is considered safe and if it is in danger, the signal will be changed into red. Notably, the research results will be shared freely to public (in this case, fishermen) and will not be patented.

The project has received “the 2023 RINA-LR Maritime Safety Award” a prestigious award or prize sponsored by the Royal Institution of Naval Architects (RINA) and the Lloyd Register of Shipping (LR). The research team still work to improve the Apps to make it better and more attractive hence can be use more easily.

Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember (ITS) has recently launched the first production of an electric motorbike called EVITS as a result of innovation to provide clean and eco-friendly energy for Indonesia. ITS through PT ITS Tekno Sains in collaboration with PT Panggung Electric Citrabuana inaugurated the first production of EVITS electric motorbikes on Thursday, 21 December 2023 at PT Panggung Electric Citrabuana.

The Rector of ITS, Prof. Mochamad Ashari, revealed that this cooperation is important. Universities today are no longer limited tornteaching but are also expected to implement their innovations into commercial products, providing economic value to all parties, including the community. Dr. I Ketut Gunarta, Director of PT ITS Tekno Sains, stated that reaching this point required extra effort and involved various stages of research, taking almost a year. This effort resulted in the birth of the first generation of EVITS, the EVITS TS-1, to address various consumer needs. EVITS is an electric motorbike equipped with an ergonomic design and good acceleration capabilities,providing comfort for the rider. It is also equipped with a battery that provides a range of up to 60 kilometers.

As of now, PT ITS Tekno Sains is developing three other types of electric motorbikes that have entered the initial development stage.All those three types of motorbike are planned to be launched in 2024. As the supply management of the production of EVITS, PT Panggung Electric Citrabuana was thrilled and proud to be able to bring environmentally friendly products to the community. It is expected that this cooperation can bring a beneficial impact to Indonesia.

In a significant recognition for Indonesian scientist, Dr. Sri Fatmawati from Department of Chemistry at ITS, has been honored as a Young Affiliate by UNESCO’s The World Academy of Sciences (TWAS) in 2023, highlighting her exceptional work in natural products research. The distinction offers promising prominent researchers from developing nations, like Dr. Fatmawati with invaluable connections and opportunities for professional development within the global scientific community.

TWAS, in collaboration with its Regional Partners, annually selects up to 25 scientists under the age of 40 from developing nations as Young Affiliates. These individuals, distinguished by a minimum of 10 international publications and a demonstrated potential for impactful careers, are granted a six-year tenure filled with opportunities for networking, collaboration, and participation in prestigious events such as the TWAS General Meeting.

Dr. Fatmawati’s selection underscores her pioneering research in natural products, spanning herbal plants from 27 provinces of Indonesia and unveiling novel insights that promise transformative impacts on traditional herbal medicine known as ‘Jamu’. As the researcher-in-charge of ITS Djamoe, a transformative production of Jamu from the Natural Products and Synthetic Chemistry Laboratory, her work notably centered on the exploration of indigenous plants for medicinal purposes, embodies a new frontier in harnessing the rich biodiversity of Indonesia for the betterment of society.

As a TWAS Young Affiliate, Dr. Fatmawati looks forward to forging collaborations with esteemed TWAS Fellows, exploring avenues for joint projects, and contributing to the advancement of natural products research on a global scale. With her participation in the annual TWAS meetings and access to a vast network of scholars and policymakers, she envisions catalyzing meaningful change in traditional healthcare development.