YOGYAKARTA — Rian Miftahul Huda, an alumnus of the Applied Bachelor Program in Heavy Equipment Management and Maintenance (TPPAB), Department of Mechanical Engineering, Vocational College, Universitas Gadjah Mada (DTM SV UGM), received the Best Paper Award at the 12th International Conference and Exhibition on Sustainable Energy and Advanced Materials (ICE-SEAM) 2026. The international conference was held on September 10–11, 2026, at Truntum Kuta, Bali, Indonesia.

The award was presented for the paper entitled “Data-Driven Parameter Optimization of Heavy-Duty Electro-Hydraulic Actuators Balancing Dynamic Tracking and Volumetric Loss.” The paper was developed from Rian’s final project at the TPPAB Program, DTM SV UGM, under the supervision of Irfan Bahiuddin, S.T., M.Phil., Ph.D., IPM., ASEAN Eng. After completing his studies, Rian has also been actively involved as a teaching assistant at DTM SV UGM.
The paper was authored by Rian Miftahul Huda, Irfan Bahiuddin, Farhan Fadhlurrahman, M. Hilmi Wicaksono, Feri Arifin, Andhi Akhmad Ismail, and Mohd Hatta Mohammed Ariff. The research focuses on a data-driven approach to optimizing the parameters of electro-hydraulic actuators for heavy-duty applications by considering the balance between dynamic tracking performance and volumetric loss.
The research was subsequently developed into a scientific paper and presented at ICE-SEAM 2026, which carried the theme “Integrating Green Energy, Advanced Materials, and Sustainable Manufacturing for Net Zero Transformation.” Following the conference evaluation process, the paper by Rian and the research team was selected to receive the Best Paper Award.
This achievement demonstrates the potential of student final projects to be further developed into research outputs that can be presented and recognized at international scientific forums. It also strengthens the integration of education, research, and technological development relevant to heavy equipment management and maintenance at DTM SV UGM.
This achievement aligns with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 4: Quality Education, through strengthening student learning and research; SDG 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure, through the development of electro-hydraulic actuator technology for heavy-duty applications; and SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals, through research collaboration and the dissemination of scientific findings. read more

ULAANBAATAR – In an effort to expand international collaboration and make a tangible contribution to solving the global environmental crisis, Dr. Eng. Ir. Yosephus Ardean Kurnianto Prayitno, S.T., M.Eng. (familiarly known as Dr. Ade), a lecturer at the Vocational College of Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), served as the Global Lead Instructor in the “Nomatech Challenge: Problem to Prototyping” event. This first-ever product development bootcamp in Mongolia was officially organized by the Gerlab Engineering Workshop, Ulaanbaatar Science and Technology Park, National University of Mongolia (NUM) from August 10 to 18, 2026, and is part of the international COP17 activities. read more

YOGYAKARTA — The Department of Mechanical Engineering (DTM), Vocational College, Universitas Gadjah Mada organized a two-day technical training on automation control from Monday to Tuesday, August 11–12. The event took place at the Automation Control Laboratory, 2nd Floor, Grafika Building, DTM SV UGM, featuring expert instructor Anggara Riyadi from PT Mitsubishi Electric Indonesia (MEIN).

The training was attended by 13 participants, including faculty members, educational staff, and laboratory personnel from DTM SV UGM. Among the attendees were Ir. Andhi Akhmad Ismail, S.T., M.Eng.; Ir. Irfan Bahiuddin, S.T., M.Phil., Ph.D., IPM., ASEAN.Eng.; Dr. Ir. Widia Setiawan, S.T., M.T., IPM.; Ir. Budi Basuki, S.T., M.Eng.; Ir. Felixtianus Eko Wismo Winarto, M.Sc., Ph.D.; alongside technical staff and laboratory engineers. This initiative was aimed at strengthening the human resource capacity in mastering state-of-the-art industrial automation technologies to support modern, industry-aligned laboratory education. read more

YOGYAKARTA — The Department of Mechanical Engineering, Vocational College, Universitas Gadjah Mada (DTM SV UGM), held a strategic discussion with representatives from the National University of Singapore (NUS) on Tuesday, August 4, 2026. The meeting, held in the DTM SV UGM Meeting Room from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m., discussed potential collaboration on processing plastic bottle waste into filament for 3D printing, which could be utilized in community service activities in Yogyakarta.

The visit was attended by Derick Tay, Chok-Oon-Kit Khanatip, and their team from NUS, who visited DTM SV UGM in person. Representatives from DTM SV UGM included Dr.Eng. Yosephus Ardean Kurnianto Prayitno, S.T., M.Eng.; Dr. Ir. Sugiyanto, S.T., M.Eng., IPM.; Ir. Irfan Bahiuddin, S.T., M.Phil., Ph.D., IPM., ASEAN Eng.; Dr. Ir. Bambang Hari Priyambodo, S.T., M.Eng.; and staff members of the Industrial Equipment Laboratory. The meeting marked an initial step toward establishing an international partnership focusing on recycling technology and community service. read more

Assoc. Prof. Ir. Irfan Bahiuddin, S.T., M.Phil., Ph.D., IPM., ASEAN Eng., a lecturer and Secretary of the Department of Mechanical Engineering, Vocational College, Universitas Gadjah Mada, participated in a series of international academic activities at Oguz Han Engineering and Technology University of Turkmenistan from 8 to 13 June 2026. The activities were organized as part of The Hybrid International Scientific and Practical Conference “Oguz Han University: Talent, Innovations, Development.” read more

A team from the Vocational College, Universitas Gadjah Mada, conducted an industrial visit to PT Fuji Seat Indonesia on Tuesday, June 23, 2026. The activity formed part of an effort to strengthen engagement between higher education and industry, particularly in supporting applied learning, competency development, and knowledge exchange related to manufacturing processes.

The UGM delegation consisted of Ir. Irfan Bahiuddin, S.T., M.Phil., Ph.D., IPM, ASEAN Eng. and Dr. Ilham Ayu Putri Pratiwi, S.T. from the Department of Mechanical Engineering, Vocational College UGM, as well as Isnan Nur Rifa’i, S.Si., M.Eng., Ph.D. and Prima Asmara Sejati, S.T., M.Eng., Ph.D. from the Department of Electrical Engineering and Informatics, Vocational College UGM. read more

Yogyakarta — Mechanical Fair UGM 2026 featured a talk show titled “Sustainable Mechanical Innovation: Advancing Energy Efficiency and Clean Technology for a Better Society” as a discussion forum bringing together academics, students, and industry practitioners. The event was held on May 21, 2026, at TILC SV UGM, Jalan Blimbingsari, Caturtunggal, Kapanewon Depok, Sleman Regency, Special Region of Yogyakarta. The session aimed to broaden participants’ understanding of sustainable mechanical innovation, energy efficiency, and clean technology in response to current societal and industrial needs. read more

Department of Mechanical Engineering (DME), Vocational College, Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), expresses its appreciation and gratitude to OMRON for its support in the organization of the Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) Competition, which was part of the Mechanical Fair UGM 2026 series. The competition was held on May 20–21, 2026, at the Control and Automation Laboratory, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Vocational College UGM, Jl. Grafika 2A, Yogyakarta. The support provided represents a collaborative effort to strengthen the competencies of students and the younger generation in the rapidly advancing field of industrial automation. read more

The Department of Mechanical Engineering, Vocational College Universitas Gadjah Mada extends its sincere appreciation to ACCRETECH for its valuable support in the implementation of Mechanical Fair UGM 2026, held on 20–21 May 2026 at the Teaching Industry Learning Center (TILC), Vocational College UGM, Yogyakarta.

As part of the event, ACCRETECH contributed by organizing a Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) workshop, providing participants, accompanying teachers, and academics from various universities across Yogyakarta with the opportunity to gain practical insights into precision measurement technologies widely used in modern manufacturing industries. read more

The Department of Mechanical Engineering, Vocational College, Universitas Gadjah Mada extends its highest appreciation and recognition to United Tractors for the support and contribution provided in the implementation of the Heavy Equipment Competition as part of the Mechanical Fair UGM 2026 series of events. The competition was held on 20–21 May 2026 at Campus II of the Department of Mechanical Engineering, Vocational College, Universitas Gadjah Mada, Jalan Grafika 2A, Yogyakarta, Indonesia.

The support from United Tractors played an important role in the success of this activity, particularly in providing participants with an applicable, contextual, and industry-relevant learning experience. Through direct involvement from industry partners, participants gained valuable insights into the latest developments in technology, operational systems, and practical applications in the heavy equipment sector, which continues to evolve in response to industrial demands. read more