Article
Environmental Sciences
Aashish Sahu, Devi Prasad Mishra
Summary: This study measured the thermal properties of five coal samples at six different particle sizes using an advanced thermal property analyzer. The thermo-physical properties of coal dust were found to be positively correlated with the particle size and the ash percentage, bulk density, and specific gravity of coal dust. However, they were negatively correlated with the fixed carbon and volatile content of coal. Empirical relations between the thermo-physical properties were established. The thermal conductivity, diffusivity, and specific heat capacity of coal dusts varied within certain ranges, depending on the particle size and coal sample.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Thermodynamics
Akos Lakatos, Attila Csik, Istvan Csarnovics
Summary: This paper presents research results on the performance of aerogel materials in terms of thermal conductivity, specific heat, and combustion heat, providing important references for designers and researchers. The study found that temperature and external load significantly affect thermal conductivity, while thickness variations have minor impacts. Additionally, the combustion heat of aerogel was measured and investigated before and after combustion using advanced microscopy techniques.
CASE STUDIES IN THERMAL ENGINEERING
(2021)
Article
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
Yiwei Ren, Qiang Yuan, Yanfei Kang, Like Wei, Zongze Li, Deyi Jiang, Huayong He, Hong Xu
Summary: Salt rock is a suitable parent rock for geological disposal of high level radioactive waste. This study measured the thermal conductivity, specific heat, and thermal diffusion coefficient of salt rock, and established models for these properties with temperature. The findings can provide reference for the construction of underground salt rock disposal repositories, and the temperature field evolution of the repository during operation was studied.
FRONTIERS IN EARTH SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Callebe Camelo-Silva, Marcio Augusto Ribeiro Sanches, Renata Moraes Brito, Ivano Alessandro Devilla, Loyse Tussolini, Paula Becker Pertuzatti
Summary: This study aimed to determine the thermophysical properties and antioxidant capacity of buriti pulp with different concentrations of Brix. The results showed that changes in Brix concentration affected the total solids, moisture content, and specific mass of the pulp, but did not influence the specific heat, thermal diffusivity, and thermal conductivity. The antioxidant capacity of buriti pulp varied depending on the method used, with different ranges for the ABTS and DPPH methods.
LWT-FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Stephen Akwaboa, Congyuan Zeng, Nigel Amoafo-Yeboah, Samuel Ibekwe, Patrick Mensah
Summary: This study examined the influence of different laser processing parameters on the thermophysical properties of Ti-6Al-4V and AlSi10Mg alloys manufactured by laser powder bed fusion. The results showed that the thermophysical properties of Ti-6Al-4V alloy samples were sensitive to laser processing parameters, while AlSi10Mg alloy showed less sensitivity. Additionally, both alloys exhibited similar dependence on test temperatures, with thermal diffusivity and conductivity increasing as the test temperature rose.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
A. G. Gamzatov, A. B. Batdalov, A. M. Aliev, Sh. K. Khizriev, V. V. Khovaylo, A. Ghotbi Varzaneh, P. Kameli, I. Abdolhosseini Sarsari, S. Jannati
Summary: This paper presents a detailed investigation of the thermal transport properties of Ni(50)Mn(28)G(a22-x)(Cu, Zn)(x )(x = 0; 1.5) alloys. It is found that replacing Ga atoms with Zn or Cu atoms leads to a convergence of magnetic and martensitic phase transition temperatures. The anomalous behavior of thermal diffusivity and thermal conductivity in the phase transition region is attributed to the coexistence of martensite-austenite phases and the effect of latent heat. The main mechanism of phonon scattering is local structural inhomogeneities, which decrease sharply during the transition from martensite to austenite phase.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jianshu Gao, Hamidreza Zobeiri, Huan Lin, Danmei Xie, Yanan Yue, Xinwei Wang
Summary: By altering the structure of graphene oxide paper, the electrical conductivity and thermal diffusivity can be adjusted, revealing a coherent-linear relationship between conductivity and diffusivity. A two-component parallel structure is proposed to interpret the observed discovery.
Article
Thermodynamics
Waqar Ahmed, Z. Z. Chowdhury, S. N. Kazi, Mohd Rafie Bin Johan, Ali H. Abdelrazek, H. Fayaz, Irfan Anjum Badruddin, M. A. Mujtaba, Manzoore Elahi M. Soudagar, Naveed Akram, Shahid Mehmood, Muhammad Shakeel Ahmad, Sarfaraz Kamangar, T. M. Yunus Khan
Summary: This study investigates the thermal and hydrodynamic characteristics of different concentrations of ZnO-DW nanofluids in a closed single-tube circular heat exchanger through experimental and ANSYS modeling methods. The results indicate that the 0.1% ZnO-DW based nanofluids exhibit the highest heat transfer coefficient and efficiency. Both experimental and numerical results show promising and similar outcomes.
CASE STUDIES IN THERMAL ENGINEERING
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
A. G. Gamzatov, A. B. Batdalov, N. Z. Abdulkadirova, A. M. Aliev, V. V. Khovaylo, T. D. Thanh, N. T. Dung, S. -C. Yu
Summary: This paper presents the results of a study on the magnetization, specific heat, thermal diffusivity, thermal conductivity, and magnetocaloric effect of Pr0.7Sr0.3_xBaxMnO3 samples. It is found that the increase in Ba concentration leads to a decrease in Curie temperature, increase in disorder parameter, and noticeable increase in thermal conductivity of the ferromagnetic phase.
JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS
(2023)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
M. M. Groz, A. Sommier, E. Abisset-Chavanne, J. C. Batsale, C. Pradere
Summary: A method based on Bayesian inference is proposed in this paper to jointly estimate two fields of thermophysical parameters, the thermal characteristic time and the Biot number. This method is robust to noise, leads to accurate estimations, and is faster and less time-consuming than traditional methods.
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
B. Pan, D. Zhu, M. Zhang
Summary: This paper introduces a flexible thermal sensor that can be used on robotic fingers to achieve rapid measurement of thermal conductivity and thermal diffusivity for different materials. By a single touch of the robot finger, the thermal properties of an object can be measured in less than 2 seconds.
SENSORS AND ACTUATORS A-PHYSICAL
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Ankit Roy, Indranil Roy, Louis J. Santodonato, Ganesh Balasubramanian
Summary: The increasing interest in multicomponent alloys is due to their interesting structural properties. Machine-learning and data-guided methods have emerged as techniques to address the challenges of discovering novel materials. By using a gradient boost regressor to estimate the specific heat capacity of alloys and understanding the key material descriptors driving the predictions, this study provides guidance for the functional properties of alloys.
Article
Soil Science
Samuel I. Haruna, Zoey A. Ward, Ashlen L. Cartwright, Avie A. Wunner, Chelsea A. Jackson, Callie R. Berry
Summary: Soil thermal properties are influenced by multi-species cover crops, and this study evaluated the effects of various cover crops on soil physical and thermal properties. The results showed that cover crops reduced bulk density and increased volumetric water content at different soil water pressures. The thermal conductivity was higher under no cover crop management, while the volumetric heat capacity was higher under cover crop management. Regression analysis revealed that plant roots and volumetric water content were the most important factors influencing thermal conductivity at different soil water pressures. In conclusion, no-till cover crops can improve soil thermal properties by moderating heat transfer.
SOIL & TILLAGE RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Norma Patricia Lopez-Acosta, Diana Margarita Portillo-Arreguin, David Francisco Barba-Galdamez, Rao Martand Singh
Summary: The thermal properties of soils, especially those with unusual characteristics, are important for engineering projects. This study focuses on the thermal characterization of soft clays from Lake Texcoco in Mexico, which have high water content and porosities. The results show that these clays have lower thermal conductivities and higher specific heat capacities compared to saturated clays. The thermal conductivity does not show a specific trend with depth. Statistical analyses reveal the distribution characteristics of thermal conductivity and specific heat capacity. Additionally, the study evaluates prediction models for the thermal conductivity of saturated clays.
GEOMECHANICS FOR ENERGY AND THE ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
A. P. Shivprasad, S. C. Vogel, V. K. Mehta, M. W. D. Cooper, T. A. Saleh, J. T. White, J. R. Wermer, E. P. Luther, H. R. Trellue
Summary: Yttrium dihydride has been successfully prepared in high-density monoliths using powder metallurgical methods in this study. The measured and calculated physical properties of yttrium dihydride confirm the feasibility and high quality of this method for large-scale production.
JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS
(2021)
Article
Polymer Science
Julia M. Frick Pavoni, Nicole Z. dos Santos, Izabelly C. May, Liliane D. Pollo, Isabel C. Tessaro
Summary: The properties of chitosan films are significantly affected by the type of acid and glutaraldehyde crosslinking, which reduces the swelling degree and increases fragility of the films. Crosslinking does not completely prevent the biodegradation of the films but requires a longer time. Ecotoxicity analysis suggests that the films can be composted.
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
Melissa R. de la Rocha, Mirella Virginie, Andrei Khodakov, Liliane D. Pollo, Nilson R. Marcilio, Isabel C. Tessaro
Summary: The addition of coal fly ash to alumina-based membranes increases porosity and water permeability while reducing mechanical strength and linear shrinkage. These membranes have high cornstarch retention, making them cost-effective and suitable for applications such as wastewater treatment.
CERAMICS INTERNATIONAL
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Biomedical
Patricia Hubner, Nilson Romeu Marcilio, Isabel Cristina Tessaro
Summary: Hydrogel films based on gelatin and PVA were developed and optimized using a central composite design method, showing characteristics suitable for biomedical applications such as wound dressings. The optimized film had good mechanical resistance, elasticity, and permeability to oxygen, making it a promising candidate for use in biomedical settings.
JOURNAL OF BIOMATERIALS APPLICATIONS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Ana Katiuce Fellenberg, Claudia Leites Luchese, Nilson Romeu Marcilio, Isabel Cristina Tessaro
Summary: This research focused on developing carbon membranes using poly(ether sulfone) as a polymeric precursor and DMSO as a solvent, formed through dip-coating technique on alumina ceramic tubes with pyrolysis conducted at 700 degrees C. The obtained carbon membranes showed high thermal stability and microporous characteristics, suitable for gas separation processes.
KOREAN JOURNAL OF CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Vinicius da Costa Avila, Isabel Cristina Tessaro, Nilo Sergio Medeiros Cardozo
Summary: Accurate spatial discretization error estimates are crucial for certain CFD applications. This study evaluated the suitability of three error estimators in simulations of a benchmark bubble column and found that EH-LS was the only method suitable for both MixtM and hTFM. DTS resulted in inaccurate estimates for coarse meshes.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Juliana Both Engel, Claudia Leites Luchese, Isabel Cristina Tessaro
Summary: This study explored the use of cassava residues in producing foams, finding that pre-gelatinization can enhance the mechanical strength and elongation of biocomposites, while cassava inner bark can be used to create packaging materials with lower water absorption capacity. Additionally, skipping the pre-gelatinization step can increase production speed and reduce costs.
FOOD HYDROCOLLOIDS
(2021)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Andressa de Espindola Sobczyk, Claudia Leites Luchese, Debora Jung Luvizetto Faccin, Isabel Cristina Tessaro
Summary: Biopolymers like chitosan and alginate have been used in biomedical applications, especially in wound dressings as substitutes for synthetic polymers. The study compared the influence of antimicrobial agent incorporation form on the properties of chitosan/alginate-based films, finding that films containing oregano essential oil or ground oregano leaves showed promise for wound dressing applications with good physicochemical properties and antimicrobial activity.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2021)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Claudia Leites Luchese, Raul Barth Rodrigues, Isabel Cristina Tessaro
Summary: The development of starch-based films has shown the potential for creating transparent, non-toxic, biodegradable materials with good gas barrier properties. However, the use of starch in packaging should be avoided due to world hunger-related problems. Utilizing residual starches can reduce production costs and promote the development of innovative biomaterials. The addition of gelatinized starch from agro-industrial residues in bioplastic production has shown a decrease in tensile strength and elastic modulus values, but no significant impact on elongation percentage values.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Janice B. S. Hamm, Alan Ambrosi, Liliane D. Pollo, Nilson R. Marcilio, Isabel Cristina Tessaro
Summary: This paper presents a new approach for obtaining a thin polymeric film on porous supports using the dip-coating/phase inversion technique. The method, known as the wet-dry process, effectively minimizes intrusion into the support pores. Morphology was analyzed using scanning electron microscopy to confirm the efficacy of the new technique.
MATERIALS CHEMISTRY AND PHYSICS
(2021)
Review
Food Science & Technology
Victoria Hermes de Vargas, Ligia Damasceno Ferreira Marczak, Simone Hickmann Flores, Giovana Domeneghini Mercali
Summary: Biopolymer films and coatings, as sustainable alternatives to traditional petroleum-based materials, have advantages in terms of biodegradability. However, their properties need improvement to compete at an industrial level. Physical treatments such as ohmic heating, ultrasound, and ultraviolet radiation are being explored to enhance the development of films and coatings. These technologies can alter the properties and structure of the films, offering an alternative to conventional methods. Further research is needed to better understand the mechanisms of each technology to tailor biopolymer films and coatings for specific applications.
FOOD AND BIOPROCESS TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Victoria Hermes de Vargas, Simone Hickmann Flores, Giovana Domeneghini Mercali, Ligia Damasceno Ferreira Marczak
Summary: This study evaluated the effects of ohmic heating and ultrasound on the functional properties of biodegradable gelatin-based films. The results showed that both treatments altered the mechanical properties, structural order, and thermal stability of the films, but had no effect on film thickness, moisture content, water solubility, and biodegradability.
POLYMER ENGINEERING AND SCIENCE
(2022)
Review
Engineering, Chemical
Renata Nunes Pereira, Debora Pez Jaeschke, Giovana Domeneghini Mercali, Rosane Rech, Ligia Damasceno Ferreira Marczak
Summary: This review examines the application of novel technologies such as ultrasound and pulsed electric field to microalgae growth. By analyzing different process parameters, a concise understanding of the effects of these technologies on microalgae cells is provided.
BRAZILIAN JOURNAL OF CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Renata Nunes Pereira, Debora Pez Jaeschke, Ligia Damasceno Ferreira Marczak, Rosane Rech, Giovana Domeneghini Mercali
Summary: This study evaluated the effects of ultrasound on the growth of Pseudoneochloris marina and Chlorella zofingiensis. The results showed that ultrasound treatment did not increase cell proliferation of P. marina, but reduced cell density, indicating possible cell damage. On the other hand, ultrasound treatment for C. zofingiensis resulted in a 65% increase in biomass concentration compared to the control. Overall, the study demonstrates the potential of ultrasound to enhance microalgae cell proliferation.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Victoria Hermes de Vargas, Ligia Damasceno Ferreira Marczak, Simone Hickmann Flores, Giovana Domeneghini Mercali
Summary: The properties of biodegradable gelatin-based films were modified by UV treatment and the incorporation of 1% bacterial cellulose (BC) nanofibers. UV treatment significantly reduced the water solubility (WS) of the films, while BC incorporation reduced both WS and water vapor permeability (WVP). Both treatments decreased film elongation at break, but only UV treatment affected the tensile strength (TS) and Young's modulus (YM).
JOURNAL OF FOOD PROCESS ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Jordana Corralo Spada, Sabrina Ferreira Seibert, Isabel Cristina Tessaro
Summary: Composites with high rice husk content and coated with PLA and PBAT were evaluated for their properties. The double coating of PLA resulted in a more uniform surface, decreased water absorption, and improved hydrophilicity.
JOURNAL OF POLYMERS AND THE ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
R. Diaz-Alvarez, S. Carpentieri, G. Ferrari, G. Pataro, L. Segura-Ponce
Summary: This study evaluated the effect of high voltage electrical discharge (HVED) on the freeze-drying process of blueberries, and found that HVED pretreatment can enhance freeze-drying rates and improve the quality of the final product.
JOURNAL OF FOOD ENGINEERING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
V. I. Tuzhilkin, S. M. Petrov, N. M. Podgornova, N. D. Lukin
Summary: The study aims to simulate the process of isobaric evaporative crystallization of sucrose and propose a three-stage crystallization technology for semi-continuous boiling of massecuites. Through computer simulation and experimental verification, optimal parameters were determined to enhance the efficiency of crystallization.
JOURNAL OF FOOD ENGINEERING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Seong Hwan Yu, Do-Yeong Kim, Youjin Baek, Hyeon Gyu Lee
Summary: This study investigated the effects of nanoencapsulation and gel incorporation on the antioxidant activity, stability, and release profile of curcumin. The results showed that CUR-loaded nanoparticles and CUR NPs-filled gelatin-genipin gels had significantly higher antioxidant activity, stability, and in vitro release profile compared to free CUR. The GL/GP-CUR NPs exhibited the highest antioxidant activity and increased stability, while the CUR NPs had a faster release rate. These findings suggest that GL/GP-CUR NPs have potential as an effective delivery system for CUR in the food industry.
JOURNAL OF FOOD ENGINEERING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Linlin He, Shihong Hu, Gang Zhang, Xiao Wang, Yanna Zhao, Qingpeng Wang, Min Liu, Zhengping Wang, Prakash Sangeeta, Zhuang Ding
Summary: This study developed solid microcapsules containing co-loaded vitamin B12 and D3 using a W1/O/W2 emulsions and spray-drying method. The addition of polysaccharides as co-encapsulants improved the morphological characteristics, encapsulation efficiency, storage stability, and gastrointestinal simulation of the microcapsules. The electrostatic bonding with chitosan and multilayer protection from the W1/O/W2 structure contributed to the high encapsulation efficiency of vitB12. Incorporating polysaccharides into W2 enhanced the particle integrity of the dried powders and improved the retention rate and encapsulation efficiency of vitamins. Sodium carboxymethylcellulose showed the best protection for vitB12 and lower degradation rates for vitD3, while sodium alginate exhibited controlled release and the highest cumulative release under simulated gastric and intestinal conditions, respectively.
JOURNAL OF FOOD ENGINEERING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Ehsan Nasrnia, Morteza Sadeghi, Ali Raeisi Isa-Abadi, Seyed Ahmad Mireei
Summary: A novel mathematical model considering the concept of glass transition was developed for rice intermittent drying process. The model utilized the real 3D body-fitted geometry of rice kernel and was validated through experiments. The glass transition behavior of the rice kernels and the distributions of temperature and moisture at each stage were analyzed.
JOURNAL OF FOOD ENGINEERING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Haoran Pang, Jiaqing Xie, Xiaoyu Meng, Ruqian Sun, Jun Chen, Chengli Guo, Tianfeng Zhou
Summary: A portable organophosphorus pesticide detection device equipped with microfluidic and luminol composite nanofibers was developed in this study. By optimizing the microfluidic chip design and the mass fraction of luminol particles, efficient detection of pesticide residues was achieved.
JOURNAL OF FOOD ENGINEERING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
J. Munoz-Postigo, E. M. Valero, M. A. Martinez-Domingo, F. J. Lara, J. L. Nieves, J. Romero, J. Hernandez-Andres
Summary: This paper presents a workflow for classifying the maturity of bell peppers using hyperspectral imaging and machine learning. The approach utilizes spectral reflectance to determine the number of maturity stages and employs optimized bands for accurate classification, achieving satisfactory results.
JOURNAL OF FOOD ENGINEERING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Artem Skrypnik, Sascha Heitkam, Christoph Gerstenberg, Eric Morelle, Christopher McHardy, Cornelia Rauh
Summary: The rheological properties of food play a crucial role in the physical interaction between food and the mouth during chewing and swallowing. This study focuses on the compression of liquid foams to simulate the idealized swallowing process and investigates the flow conditions and their impact on foam properties. The results provide insights into the haptic perception in the mouth during swallowing.
JOURNAL OF FOOD ENGINEERING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Chaojie Mo, Luciano Navarini, Furio Suggi Liverani, Marco Ellero
Summary: This study investigates the effects of swelling on espresso extraction by incorporating a particle-level swelling model into a one-dimensional bed-level extraction model. The results show that swelling only slightly affects the yield and strength at a fixed flow rate, but considerably enhances the strength at a fixed pressure drop. The finer the coffee particles, the more pronounced the enhancement. It is suggested that better control of yield and strength can be achieved by fixing the flow rate in an espresso machine. It is also indicated that numerical extraction simulations, when properly incorporated with relevant physical effects, can be used to predict the extraction kinetics and guide the design and production of espresso machines.
JOURNAL OF FOOD ENGINEERING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Yang Zhong, Yi Lin, Mingxing Yang, Xiaodan Zeng, Dayu Liu, Wenlong Liu, Weijun Chen
Summary: Methyltetrahydrophthalic anhydride (MeTHPA) esterified corn starches (MeCS) with degrees of substitution (DS) ranging from 0.0066 to 0.072 were prepared and found to be effective in stabilizing Pickering emulsion. The modification of MeTHPA damaged the crystal structure of corn starch, roughened its surface structure, and increased its contact angle, which were positively correlated with the DS of MeCS. The particle size of MeCS increased and then decreased with increasing DS, with the smallest size observed for MeCS with a DS of 0.072. The Pickering emulsions stabilized by MeCS with a DS of 0.072 exhibited better stability compared to those stabilized by MeCS with lower DS, which can be attributed to their smaller particle size and higher viscosity. MeCS with a DS of 0.072, at a concentration of 3% (w/v), could maintain emulsion stability even after 50 days of storage. These findings suggest that MeCS with appropriate DS and concentration levels could be effective particle stabilizers for Pickering emulsions.
JOURNAL OF FOOD ENGINEERING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Shubhajit Sarkhel, Anupam Roy
Summary: This study developed a vacuum impregnation technique to enhance the micronutrient content and bioavailability in lentils and reduce phytic acid. The results showed that vacuum impregnation led to higher migration of micronutrients and significantly reduced phytic acid without impacting the quality characteristics. The developed process achieved a substantial reduction in phytic acid-to-mineral molar ratio.
JOURNAL OF FOOD ENGINEERING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
L. J. H. Sweers, C. M. M. Lakemond, V. Fogliano, R. M. Boom, M. Mishyna, J. K. Keppler
Summary: This study investigated the use of microfiltration as a gentle processing technique for decontamination and fractionation of edible insects. The results showed that microfiltration effectively removed contaminants and produced distinct fractions with improved properties.
JOURNAL OF FOOD ENGINEERING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Wanfeng Sun, Yu Sun, Yu Wang, Haomeng He
Summary: In this study, a prediction model for the pelleting performance of multi-component mixed powders was proposed, and it was validated by conducting single pelleting experiments on mixtures of different edible powders.
JOURNAL OF FOOD ENGINEERING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Saowaluk Taechutrakul, Thananchai Piroonpan, Wanvimol Pasanphan
Summary: This original research developed active polylactic acid (PLA) film strips functionalized with gallic acid (GA) to extend the shelf-life of bananas. The PLA/mPLA-GA film strips exhibited a homogeneous matrix with improved mechanical properties and showed outstanding antioxidant and oxygen scavenging effects. The results suggest that PLA/mPLA-GA film strips show promise as an active bioplastic for extending the shelf-life of bananas and other fruits.
JOURNAL OF FOOD ENGINEERING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Julien Dupas, Florent Baldeweck, Vincent Meunier
Summary: The flow performance of food powders is crucial in product development, as it can affect the dosing and filling processes. This study investigates the influence of various parameters on the flowability of carbohydrate powders, such as particle size and moisture content.
JOURNAL OF FOOD ENGINEERING
(2024)