Vibration Analysis on Trans Jateng Bus Corridor 4 Using MPU6050 Accelerometer Sensor and RULA Method
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.56862/irajtma.v4i2.255Keywords:
Trans Jateng, MPU6050 Sensor, Mechanical Vibration, RULA.Abstract
Public bus drivers are at risk of health issues due to mechanical vibrations and non-ergonomic working postures during long working hours. This study analyzed vibration levels and ergonomic risks of Trans Jateng Corridor 4 bus drivers using an experimental method with an MPU6050 accelerometer sensor at three points: brake/clutch pedal, steering wheel, and driver’s seat at various operational speeds. Ergonomic assessment was conducted using the Rapid Upper Limb Assessment (RULA) method with CATIA V5R20 software during two main work phases. Results showed the highest vibration level on the brake/clutch pedal (3.23 m/s²), still below the threshold limit of 5 m/s² for 6–8 hours of work as regulated by the Ministry of Manpower Decree No. 5/2018. The lowest vibrations were recorded on the steering wheel (0.79 m/s²) and driver’s seat (0.93 m/s²). A RULA score of 3 in both phases indicated a “low risk” category but required long-term preventive measures. Recommendations include the use of anti-vibration footwear, structured breaks every 90 minutes, and driver rotation with a maximum of 6 hours per shift to maintain optimal working conditions and prevent occupational health disorders.
References
Abdullah, Kharis, Sumardiono Sumardiono, dan Hariyanto Soeroso. 2023. “Strength Analysis of the Deck Crane Barge Using the Finite Element Method.” Januari 2023. https://doi.org/10.4108/eai.11-10-2022.2326425.
Erwani, Dede. 2020. “Pengukuran Beban Kerja Mental terhadap Pengaruh Kelelahan Pengemudi Bus Antar Kota dalam Provinsi Trayek Pontianak Tujuan Putussibau.” Jurnal Teknik Industri Universitas Tanjungpura 4 (2): 96–102.
Gujarathi, T., dan Kalyani Bhole. 2019. “Gait Analysis Using IMU Sensor.” 2019 10th International Conference on Computing, Communication and Networking Technologies (ICCCNT), 1–5. https://doi.org/10.1109/icccnt45670.2019.8944545.
Hidayati, Annisa, dan Lucia Yovita Hendrati. 2017. “Analisis Risiko Kecelakaan Lalu Lintas Berdasar Pengetahuan, Penggunaan Jalur, dan Kecepatan Berkendara.” Jurnal Berkala Epidemiologi 4 (2): 275–?. https://doi.org/10.20473/jbe.v4i2.2016.275.
Ismail, Mohd Ismifaizul Mohd, R. Dziyauddin, N. Mohd Salleh, R. Ahmad, Marwan Hadri Azmi, dan Mad Kaidi. 2018. “Analysis and Procedures for Water Pipeline Leakage Using Three-Axis Accelerometer Sensors: ADXL335 and MMA7361.” IEEE Access 6: 71249–61. https://doi.org/10.1109/ACCESS.2018.2878862.
Istiyanto, Bambang. 2019. “Kajian Literatur Analisis Kompetensi Pengemudi Mengemudikan Kendaraan dalam Lalu Lintas Angkutan Jalan.” Jurnal Keselamatan Transportasi Jalan (Indonesian Journal of Road Safety) 6 (1): 29–36. https://doi.org/10.46447/ktj.v6i1.39.
Jonathan, Martuagus, Irwan Purnama, dkk. 2024. “Implementasi Komunikasi CAN-Bus pada Sistem Propulsi dalam Rancang Bangun EV CAN Simulator.” EV CAN Simulator 11 (5): 5592–94.
Manafe, Siska, Ben V. Tarigan, dan Arifin Sausi. 2022. “Performa Desalinasi Air Laut Tenaga Surya Tipe Wick Metode Kapiler.” V13 N1, April 2021, 57–65.
Patel, N. K., dan A. Kumar. 2023. “Steering Wheel Vibration Analysis in School Bus Transportation: Impact on Driver Comfort and Safety Performance.” Ergonomics International Journal 66 (7): 892–908. https://doi.org/10.1080/00140139.2023.2187432.
Rodriguez, C. M., dan S. H. Lee. 2022. “Assessment of Whole-Body Vibration Exposure in Intercity Bus Drivers Using MEMS Accelerometer Technology.” International Journal of Occupational Safety and Health 18 (4): 289–305. https://doi.org/10.1080/10803548.2022.2089456.
Rozzi, Fahrur. 2017. “Keluhan Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) pada Operator Mesin Traktor Tangan.” Repository.Unej.Ac.Id. https://repository.unej.ac.id/handle/123456789/86463.
Smith, J. A., M. K. Anderson, dan R. T. Wilson. 2023. “Vibration Analysis of Urban Bus Systems: A Comprehensive Study on Driver Exposure and Health Implications.” Journal of Transportation Ergonomics 45 (3): 127–42. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jte.2023.05.012.
Sugiharto, Henry, Novy Chandra, dan Legiran Siswo. 2020. “Prevalensi Nyeri Muskuloskeletal pada Pengemudi Becak Kayuh di Palembang.” Sriwijaya Journal of Medicine 3 (1): 15–23. https://doi.org/10.32539/SJM.v3i1.91.
Thompson, D. R. 2024. “Whole-body Vibration Exposure Assessment in Bus Rapid Transit Systems: A Triaxial Accelerometer Approach.” Transportation Research Part D: Transport and Environment 78: 102–15. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.trd.2024.02.019.
Topon Visarrea, Blanca Liliana, dan Ricardo Cajo Diaz. 2025. “Development of a Smart Vest with Vibrotactile Feedback for Postural Correction.” Athenea 6 (19): 52–62. https://doi.org/10.47460/athenea.v6i19.90.
Triyunita, Neneng, Catur Edi Widodo, dan Jatmiko Endro Suseno. 2023. “Development of Vibration Detection Prototype Using MPU6050 for Building Durability Evaluation.” International Journal of Scientific Research in Science and Technology. https://doi.org/10.32628/ijsrst52310620.
Wang, L., X. Chen, dan Y. Zhang. 2024. “Mechanical Vibration Characteristics of Tourist Bus Pedal Systems: An Experimental Investigation Using High-Precision Accelerometers.” Applied Ergonomics 89: 103–18. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apergo.2024.01.008.
Wang, Yang, Xu Han, Baiye Xin, dan Ping Zhao. 2025. “Innovations in Upper Limb Rehabilitation Robots: A Review of Mechanisms, Optimization, and Clinical Applications.” Robotics 14 (6). https://doi.org/10.3390/robotics14060081.
Yasir, Muhammad. 2024. “Sikap dan Perilaku Keagamaan Supir Angkutan Umum (Angkutan Kota Pekanbaru Studi Kasus Simpang Baru Panam).” Skripsi no. 418.
Zhang, Yunfan, Hui Li, Shengnan Shen, Guohao Zhang, Yun Yang, Zefeng Liu, Qisen Xie, Chaofu Gao, Pengfei Zhang, dan Wu Zhao. 2019. “Investigation of Acoustic Injection on the MPU6050 Accelerometer.” Sensors (Switzerland) 19 (14). https://doi.org/10.3390/s19143083.
Downloads
Published
How to Cite
Issue
Section
License
Copyright (c) 2025 IRA Jurnal Teknik Mesin dan Aplikasinya (IRAJTMA)
This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 International License.
