The effects of different microwave energy densities (0, 60, 80, and 100 kWh/m3) on the gas
permeability of sapwood and heartwood of radiata pine in the longitudinal, radial, and …

The aims of this study were to determine (1) the effects of microwave irradiation on the
drying kinetics of jack pine wood,(2) the phytosanitary efficacy, and (3) the processing …

This paper presents a modeling and a numerical study that allows following the variation of
the moisture content, temperature, drying rate and heat and mass transfer coefficients of four …

The current work investigates the microwave heating and drying behavior of oil palm fresh
fruits and bunches. Dielectric, thermal, and mechanical properties of oil palm kernels …

Microwave (MW) drying of wood has gained popularity in the field of wood modification. The
rise in temperature during MW drying leads to increased steam pressure, enhancing wood …

This study discusses efficient physical wood modification to enhance permeability.
Ultrasonic and microwave treatments were chosen as methods for physical wood …

The temperature distribution within wood samples during microwave drying is significantly
influenced by the dimensions of the wood sample, microwave frequency, heating time, and …

Drying round bamboo is important to ensure its dimensional stability, to protect it from
biological agents and for making high quality products. Conventional kiln drying of bamboo …

The aim of this article was to determine the effect of convective drying parameters on the
mechanical properties of Oak (Quersus canariensis) and stone pine (Pinus pinea) wood …

Summarized in this article is the substantial research andtechnology on applications of
microwave in leather industry foreffectively utilizing microwave in leather making. It …