Essays about: "Solar Direct Dryer"

Found 4 essays containing the words Solar Direct Dryer.

  1. 1. Direct solar dryer

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Institutionen för energivetenskaper

    Author : Jamyang Dorji; Lungten Lungten; [2023]
    Keywords : Open air drying; Thermocouple; Air circulation; Sustainable farming; Drying Efficiency; Drying Chamber; Airflow; Technology and Engineering;

    Abstract : The study presents the design, construction, and performance evaluation of a direct solar dryer with a focus on enhancing the post-harvest preservation of fruits. The increasing demand for the dry fruits in both the local and export markets demand effective and environmentally friendly drying methods. READ MORE

  3. 2. Assessment of the integration of solar heat power into food drying processes

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Institutionen för energivetenskaper

    Author : Charalampos Psilopoulos; [2023]
    Keywords : Sustainable; sustainability; co2 reduction; feasibility; solar thermal; direct steam generation; drying; food industry; scope 1 emissions; sdg; sustainable development goals; spray drying; drum drying; powder; food; Technology and Engineering;

    Abstract : The long-lasting usage of fossil fuels has brought its negative impact on the planet and thus the society is turning towards more environmentally sustainable solutions in every aspect of life. This master’s thesis discusses the novel topic of integrating concentrated solar thermal collectors, which directly produce steam, to drying processes in the food industry, which is proven to currently emit significant amounts of Greenhouse Gases (GHGs). READ MORE

  4. 3. Testing of solar fruit driers in laboratory and in Mozambique

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Institutionen för arkitektur och byggd miljö; Lunds universitet/Avdelningen för Energi och byggnadsdesign

    Author : Peter Samuelsson; Etienne Deslandes; [2017]
    Keywords : Solar Direct Dryer; Semipermeable Membrane Bag; Mozambique; Food Waste; Active Solar Dryer; Passive Solar Dryer; Fruit drying; Technology and Engineering;

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  5. 4. Modeling of a solar dryer for fruit preservation in developing countries

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Institutionen för energivetenskaper

    Author : Juliette Chaignon; [2017]
    Keywords : solar drying - fruit preservation - indirect solar dryer - direct solar dryer - modeling - CFD; Technology and Engineering;

    Abstract : About 25,3 % of the Mozambican population is suffering from undernourishment even though a sufficient amount of food and specifically fruits are produced. Post-harvest losses are estimated to 25 % to 40 % and part of the production is not even harvested due to a short season. READ MORE