Bandung – The Faculty of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, Institut Teknologi Bandung (FTMD ITB), participated in the Research, Community Service, and Innovation Exhibition (PRIMA) ITB 2024, held on Monday, December 16, 2024. In this prestigious event, FTMD ITB showcased 33 posters of research and community service results, as well as several innovative tools developed by the FTMD academic community.

PRIMA ITB is an annual agenda aimed at publishing research and community service results to the wider public while strengthening collaboration between ITB and various institutions. At PRIMA ITB 2024, the event was divided into two main locations: West Hall ITB featured innovations from 12 faculties, while East Hall hosted talk shows and multidisciplinary research exhibitions from 34 research centers under the Directorate of Multidisciplinary Science and Technology Applications (DPITM) ITB.

The main attraction from FTMD ITB in this exhibition was the X-Plan 9 Flight Simulator, a learning facility that provides an interactive experience of flying an aircraft. Visitor enthusiasm was evident from the long queues to try the simulator. In addition, FTMD ITB also exhibited prototypes from various leading research projects, including:

1. Mantis Drone Agri UAV
Research by: Dr. Ing. Agoes Moelyadi
This drone is designed to support the agricultural sector through UAV technology.

2. Rattan-Based 3D Printing Filament
Research by: Green Polymer Lab, under the supervision of Dr. Rer. Nat. Mardiyati
This innovation utilizes manau rattan as an environmentally friendly material for the 3D printing industry.

3. Solar Water Heater
Research by: Poetro Lebdo Sambegoro, M.Sc., Ph.D.
This product is designed to support sustainable energy needs in Indonesia.

4. Drone Zeke 03
Research by: Dr. Yazdi Ibrahim Jennie
This micro drone is designed for inspections in confined spaces, in collaboration with PT Terra Drone Indonesia under the 2024 Kedai Reka Matching Fund scheme.

At this event, several FTMD ITB lecturers also received the Prima Award 2024 for their outstanding contributions, including:

  1. Best Community Service Practitioner
    Poetro Lebdo Sambegoro, M.Sc., Ph.D.
    Research: “Enhancing the Quality of Sustainable Rattan through a Combined Oven and Steam Application for Post-Harvest Sustainable Rattan.”

2. Best Innovator
Dr. Rer. Nat. Mardiyati, S.Si., M.T.
Research: “Development of Carbon Fiber for Indonesia’s Transportation Needs.”

3. Best Collaboration Practitioner
Dr. Eng. Bentang Arif Budiman, ST., M.Eng.
Research: “Sustainable Ecosystem Development of Lithium-ion Batteries for Electric Vehicles: From Design to Recyclability.”

PRIMA ITB 2024 was not just an exhibition but also a symbol of the excellent scientific culture continuously developed by ITB. By showcasing research, innovation, and community service results, ITB strengthens its role as a leading institution that bridges the development of science with societal needs.

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