Image: Izzat (far right) during the award presentation session.
Surabaya, ELECTICS ITS – In an effort to support the efficient management of power plants in Indonesia, lecturers from various departments at ITS have collaborated on a DKPU initiative focused on developing an energy generation monitoring system. This activity is conducted in direct partnership with PT PLN and is based at the ITS Research Center. The system is designed to monitor the performance and condition of key components in power plants, such as boilers, turbines, and generators in PLTU (coal-fired), PLTA (hydroelectric), and PLTGU (gas and steam) units. By utilizing digital technology, the system provides up-to-date information needed by PLN to determine optimal maintenance timing and to more accurately estimate operational costs.
One of the key team members is Mr. Izzat Aulia Akbar, a lecturer from the Information Systems Department at ITS. His expertise in system integration and data analysis plays a crucial role in designing a platform capable of processing data from various sources into actionable insights for decision-making. He also contributes to the development of the user interface and a recommendation system that assists PLN in planning efficient component maintenance.
The team consists of experts from diverse academic backgrounds, including Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and Information Systems. This interdisciplinary collaboration is essential in addressing the complex challenges within the energy sector. Each lecturer contributes according to their field of expertise, forming a strong synergy in the system development process.
“Knowledge cannot stand alone. Cross-disciplinary collaboration allows us to view problems from multiple perspectives and create more comprehensive solutions,” said Mr. Izzat.
Integrating various technologies and aligning them with real-world operational needs is no easy task. Challenges such as large data volumes, differences in equipment specifications, and system compatibility were among the main concerns. However, through strong communication and a spirit of dedication, the team successfully overcame these obstacles together. The system developed is expected to be implemented by PLN soon and serve as a model for more efficient power plant management in the future. In addition to having a direct impact on PLN’s operations, this initiative also stands as tangible evidence of the university’s contribution to national development through knowledge-based collaboration.
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