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October 2, 2025Solar Energy and Sustainable DevelopmentOpen Access

Assessment of Various Solar Drying Methods for Deciding an Economical and Ecofriendly Solution for Better Quality of Dried Products

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SKSonali B. KulkarniDr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada UniversityRSRonak ShahVisvesvaraya National Institute of Technology

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Implication

Assessment shows drying efficiency of 9% to 40% in various methods, indicating eco-friendly solutions for food sustainability.

Key Points

  • Solar drying enhances food quality by reducing moisture, which helps in food preservation.
  • Drying efficiencies reported range from 9% to 40%, showcasing the effectiveness of various methods.
  • The study categorizes aspects of indirect solar dryers, focusing on system efficiency and operational features.
  • Using a PV cell driven desiccant wheel can optimize drying processes, indicating economic and environmental benefits.

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Kulkarni et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68de79685b556a9128e1a962https://doi.org/10.51646/jsesd.v14isi-sasd.333
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