About Innovation Center
B-CORE (Center of Innovation for Industrial Component Reliability and Integrity) is an innovation center at Universitas Brawijaya, operating under the auspices of the Directorate of Innovation and Science and Technology Park (DIKST) Universitas Brawijaya. B-CORE is dedicated to advancing innovation, conducting applied research, and delivering training and consultancy services aimed at enhancing the reliability, integrity, and performance of industrial components. Supported by a multidisciplinary team of experts, B-CORE addresses the industry's demand for solutions that are preventive, data-driven, and oriented toward operational efficiency, safety, and sustainability.
Vision
To become a national center of excellence in innovation, reliability, and integrity in industrial components, making a significant contribution to enhancing industrial competitiveness and the sustainability of national resources.
Mission
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Developing cutting-edge technological innovations and methods to enhance the reliability and integrity of industrial components.
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Providing research, testing, and certification services that support the quality and safety of industrial components.
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Promoting collaboration among stakeholders, including academia, industry, and government, to advance national industrial resilience.
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To produce competent human resources in the field of industrial component reliability and integrity through training and capacity building.
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Facilitating the implementation of standards and best practices in the production, maintenance, and management of industrial components.
Roadmap
2025 - System Design and Requirements Validation (Initiation Phase)
Activities: Industry focus group discussions, IoT architecture design, LMS specification development. Outputs: System design documents, IoT architecture, LMS draft.
2025 - Prototype Development (Initiation Phase)
Development of initial IT modules, dashboard and database integration. Result: A prototype of a predictive IoT system and an interactive dashboard
2025 - Internal Human Resources Development at the Innovation Center (Initiation Phase)
Activity: Preparation and administration of the CMRP exam. Result: Internationally certified personnel (CMRP)
2026 - Field Validation & Functional Testing (Reinforcement Phase)
Activities: Model testing with real data, user acceptance testing, system performance evaluation. Results: Validation report, user feedback, system revisions
2027 - LMS Curriculum Development & Certification (Reinforcement Phase)
Activities: Model testing with real data, user acceptance testing, system performance evaluation. Results: Validation report, user feedback, system revisions
2028 - Business Model & Early Commercialization (Implementation Phase)
Activities: Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) with industry partners, certified training, intellectual property registration, and system certification. Outcomes: Draft licenses, patent applications, copyrights, and initial market testing.
2029 - Sectoral Industrial Replication and Adaptation (Implementation Phase)
Activities: System adjustments for the oil and gas, manufacturing, human resources, and logistics sectors. Results: Sector-specific product versions and additional MOUs
2029 - National Scale & Startups/Incubation (Implementation Phase)
Activities: National tenders (state-owned enterprises and government), startup incubation, digital expansion. Results: 3–5 active licenses, operational startups, national network
Tasks and Functions
Research and Development
Developing innovative solutions based on applied research to meet industry needs.
Training and Certification
Enhancing human resource competencies through training, workshops, and certification preparation.
Industry Consultation
Providing technical support for reliability, integrity, and maintenance.
Collaboration and Commercialization
Promoting strategic partnerships for the implementation and development of innovations.
Capabilities
Applied Research
Practical research solutions for the reliability and integrity of industrial components.
Material Testing
Technical testing facilities for analyzing the performance of materials and components.
Industrial Consulting
Technical assistance for the evaluation, improvement, and strengthening of industrial systems.
Professional Training
Competency training in reliability, maintenance, FMEA, and RCM.
Digital System
Development of applications and tools for maintenance and reliability analysis.
Industry Collaboration
Strategic partnerships for the implementation of innovations and the commercialization of research outcomes.