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View article: Assessing thermal and economic performance of solar dryers in sustainable strategies for bottle gourd and tomato preservation
Assessing thermal and economic performance of solar dryers in sustainable strategies for bottle gourd and tomato preservation Open
The traditional approach of open-sun drying is facing contemporary challenges arising from the widespread adoption of energy-intensive methods and the quality of drying. In response, solar dryers have emerged as a sustainable alternative, …
View article: Experimental study on moisture diffusivity, activation energy, and mathematical modeling of drying kohlrabi under different solar drying methods
Experimental study on moisture diffusivity, activation energy, and mathematical modeling of drying kohlrabi under different solar drying methods Open
The assessment and enhancement of any drying system for optimal drying processes relies on critical parameters, namely moisture diffusivity and activation energy. In this study, medicinally beneficial kohlrabi of 40‐mm diameter and 6‐mm th…
View article: Assessment of Solar Dryer Performance for Drying Different Food Materials: A Comprehensive Review
Assessment of Solar Dryer Performance for Drying Different Food Materials: A Comprehensive Review Open
Studying crucial drying parameters, such as activation energy and moisture diffusivity, offers valuable insights for optimizing food safety. Accurate predictions and simulations through mathematical thin-layer models aid in designing, cont…
View article: Exploring the Role of Phase Change Materials in Low-Temperature Solar Thermal Applications: An Extensive Overview with challenges and opportunities
Exploring the Role of Phase Change Materials in Low-Temperature Solar Thermal Applications: An Extensive Overview with challenges and opportunities Open
Solar energy is widely acknowledged as a renewable and environmentally friendly energy source. Efficient storage of heat energy is a crucial challenge in solar thermal applications. Phase Change Materials (PCMs) have gained prominence due …