An Ergonomic Approach in Designing Nuclear Reactor Simulator Console for Local Operator

Authors

  • Muksin Aji Setiawan Research Center for Nuclear Reactor Technology, National Research and Innovation Agency, South Tangerang 15310, Indonesia
  • Sigit Santoso Research Center for Nuclear Reactor Technology, National Research and Innovation Agency, South Tangerang 15310, Indonesia
  • Tulis Jojok Suryono Research Center for Nuclear Reactor Technology, National Research and Innovation Agency, South Tangerang 15310, Indonesia
  • Kiswanta Research Center for Nuclear Reactor Technology, National Research and Innovation Agency, South Tangerang 15310, Indonesia
  • Anik Purwaningsih Research Center for Nuclear Reactor Technology, National Research and Innovation Agency, South Tangerang 15310, Indonesia
  • Restu Maerani Research Center for Nuclear Reactor Technology, National Research and Innovation Agency, South Tangerang 15310, Indonesia
  • Adhika Enggar Pamungkas Research Center for Nuclear Reactor Technology, National Research and Innovation Agency, South Tangerang 15310, Indonesia
  • Dian Fitri Atmoko Research Center for Radiation Detection and Nuclear Analysis Technology, National Research and Innovation Agency, Jakarta 12440, Indonesia
  • Dhanu Dwiardhika Center for Data and Information, National Research and Innovation Agency, Bandung 40135, Indonesia

Keywords:

Nuclear Power Plant, Small Modular Reactor, Simulator, Human-Machine Interaction

Abstract

The construction of a Nuclear Power Plant (NPP) using Small Modular Reactor (SMR) technology is an interesting scheme to support Net-Zero Carbon Emission. The SMR design is an advanced generation reactor with high safety and utilization features, especially for the electricity needed and industry. Its modular size can also be applied to remote areas with lower construction costs compared to other types of power plants. Considering the geographical location and territory of Indonesia, which is an archipelagic country, this type of reactor is suitable for application in Indonesia. To ensure the safety and increase in mastery of the technology, it is necessary to create a simulator to support this program. However, specific regulations governing human-machine interactions (HMI) that cover nuclear reactor simulators are not yet available in Indonesia. This research reviews the US regulations regarding the design of reactor main control rooms, offering options for Indonesian operators by considering anthropometric and ergonomic aspects. In conclusion, the research presents a set of recommendations for developing an appropriate simulator based on these factors.

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Published

2026-03-03

How to Cite

Setiawan, M. A., Santoso, S., Suryono, T. J., Kiswanta, Purwaningsih, A., Maerani, R., … Dwiardhika, D. (2026). An Ergonomic Approach in Designing Nuclear Reactor Simulator Console for Local Operator. Jurnal Teknologi Reaktor Nuklir Tri Dasa Mega, 25(3), 107–124. Retrieved from https://ejournal.brin.go.id/tridam/article/view/15499

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Vol. 25 No. 3 (2023): October 2023

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