Thin-layer modelling of sweet potato slices drying under naturally-ventilated warm air by solar-venturi dryer
Siyabonga Gasa, Sipho Sibanda, Tilahun Seyoum Workneh, Mark Laing, Alaika Kassim
Abstract
for the hot-air oven dryer. According to the results obtained, naturally-ventilated, solar-venturi dryer and lemon juice pre-drying treatment are the suitable application for small-medium scale drying of SPS under Pietermaritzburg conditions.
Topics & Concepts
Solar dryerVenturi effectMoistureEnvironmental scienceWater contentAir dryerAirflowSolar energyPulp and paper industryMaterials scienceWaste managementComposite materialEngineeringMechanical engineeringElectrical engineeringInletGeotechnical engineeringFood Drying and ModelingMicrobial Inactivation MethodsFreezing and Crystallization Processes