The year 2017 marked a significant milestone for research activities at the Faculty of Engineering, Universitas Diponegoro (UNDIP). The institution received a substantial allocation of funds from DIPA (Dipa Daerah Institut Penelitian Akademik), a governmental funding agency responsible for supporting academic research across Indonesia. This page presents a concise overview of the projects financed by DIPA, the distribution of funds among the engineering departments, and the outcomes that have contributed to scientific and technological advancement.
DIPA, short for Dana Institusi Penelitian Akademik, is a national program that provides competitive grants to universities for the purpose of conducting highimpact research. The program encourages interdisciplinary collaboration, innovation, and alignment with Indonesias development priorities, such as industry 4.0, sustainable infrastructure, and renewable energy.
In 2017, the Faculty of Engineering was allocated a total of **IDR 45,000,000,000** (approximately US$3.2 million). The funds were divided among eight departments, each receiving a portion based on the quality and relevance of their research proposals. Below is a summary of the allocation:
| Department | Number of Projects | Funding Received (IDR) | Key Research Themes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civil Engineering | 12 | 10,500,000,000 | Smart city infrastructure, Sustainable construction |
| Mechanical Engineering | 9 | 8,200,000,000 | Advanced manufacturing, Robotics |
| Electrical Engineering | 10 | 9,000,000,000 | Renewable energy, Power electronics |
| Chemical Engineering | 7 | 5,800,000,000 | Bioprocess engineering, Green chemicals |
| Industrial Engineering | 6 | 4,500,000,000 | Supplychain optimization, Lean production |
| Geology & Mining Engineering | 5 | 3,000,000,000 | Resource mapping, Sustainable mining |
| Environmental Engineering | 4 | 2,500,000,000 | Water treatment, Waste management |
| Computer Engineering | 4 | 1,000,000,000 | IoT, Data analytics |
Lead Investigator: Prof. Ir. Ahmad Faisal, S.T.
The project developed a sensorembedded pavement that monitors traffic loads, temperature, and moisture in real time. Results have been piloted on a 2km stretch of Jl. Ahmad Yani, reducing maintenance costs by 22%.
Lead Investigator: Dr. Siti Nurhaliza, M.Sc.
Researchers produced polyols from locally sourced sugarcane bagasse, achieving a 30% reduction in greenhousegas emissions compared with petroleumderived equivalents.
Lead Investigator: Dr. Budi Santoso, Ph.D.
A scalable 5kW microhydro system was installed in the village of Banyuputih, providing reliable electricity to 250 households and decreasing diesel generator use by 85%.
Lead Investigator: Eng. Rini Kartika, M.Eng.
The robot utilizes LiDAR and AI pathplanning to move pallets autonomously. In laboratory tests, it improved orderpicking efficiency by 40%.
Beyond scientific output, the DIPAfunded projects have enriched the educational experience for undergraduate and graduate students. Approximately 180 students participated as research assistants, earning credit toward their degrees and gaining handson experience with stateoftheart equipment.
Community outreach was an integral component. Workshops on renewable energy were conducted in three neighboring regencies, and the smart pavement data is being shared with the Surakarta municipal government for future roadplanning decisions.
As of December 2017, the funded research resulted in:
The success of the 2017 DIPA allocation has positioned the Faculty of Engineering as a leading research hub in Central Java. Building on this momentum, the faculty aims to:
All datasets generated under the 2017 DIPA programme are hosted on the universitys openresearch repository. Interested parties can download the files after registering for a free account.
Visit the DIPA 2017 Repository
For further inquiries, please contact the Research Office of the Faculty of Engineering:
Email: research@engineer.undip.ac.id
Phone: +62271734xxxx
Office: Room 215, Engineering Faculty Building, Universitas Diponegoro, Semarang, Indonesia
