With the growing global population, the need for food is expected to grow tremendously in
the next few decades. One of the key tools to address such growing food demand is …

Drying plays a crucial role in preserving the quality of agricultural products. Nevertheless,
suboptimal conditions in drying systems have an adverse effect on drying characteristics …

In this study, the effect of infrared (IR) and hot air dryers on the drying properties of saffron
petals was investigated. Drying of saffron petals was done under three level temperature 40 …

Lingzhi mushrooms (Ganoderma lucidum) are a highly valued agricultural product that is
used for medicinal purposes due to its range of important nutrient contents. However, the …

Drying is a crucial unit operation within the functional foods and biopharmaceutical
industries, acting as a fundamental preservation technique and a mechanism to maintain …

This study deals with the exergy analysis of the thin-layer drying process of apple fruit via an
infrared-assisted air impingement dryer. In the study, process conditions, namely, drying …

Facing severe climate change, preserving the environment, and promoting sustainable
development necessitate innovative global solutions such as waste recycling, extracting …

Dried fruits are considered healthy because they are high in fiber and carbohydrates and
contain low fat. In this study, jujube slices were dried using three different methods (open …

This study aimed to assess various weights of spun-bonded nonwoven polypropylene (PP)
fabrics for wrapping outdoor-grown melons, providing cost-effective options for both …

The present study aims to conduct a comprehensive evaluation of the energetic and
exergetic performance of a dehumidification system utilized in the processing of raw …