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Research in Agricultural Engineering
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ISSN 1212-9151 · Czech Academy of Agricultural Sciences · 650 artikel di indeks
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The effects of temperature on biogas production rate and purity
This study investigated the effects of temperature on the performance of anaerobic digesters for biogas production. Digesters were filled with a 1 : 1 ratio of substrate to water, containing 15 kg of cow dung and 3 kg of crop waste, and maintained at temperatures of 50 ± 2 °C and 30 ± 2 °C…
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A novel ensemble convolutional neural networksfor rice disease identification
Rice is a crucial food commodity worldwide, particularly in Asian countries. However, various factors, such as drought, floods, and pest attacks, can lead to the emergence of diseases in rice plants. Accurately identifying these diseases poses a significant challenge for farmers, often leading to…
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Modelling the hydration process of wheat grain with layer-dependent diffusion coefficients
This study develops and validates a multilayer diffusion model of wheat grain hydration that incorporates layer-dependent diffusion coefficients for bran, endosperm, and germ. The moisture transport is formulated using Fick's law with two interface formulations: (i) classical continuity of the…
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Research on the optimal design and process parameters of a castor seed cleaning machine
In the context of the modern EU bioeconomy, the use of industrial crops, particularly castor beans (Ricinus communis L.), is relevant for the production of industrial and energy products without competing with food crops. Castor oil is used for the production of biodiesel, lubricants, paints and…
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Estimating changes in the Khisar glacier, using remote sensing data and GIS technologies for the assessment of water use in agriculture (Surkhandarya valley, Uzbekistan)
Climate change is speeding up the melting and retreat of glaciers, which is a big threat to water security in dry and semi-dry areas like Uzbekistan. To understand how glaciers affect regional hydrological systems and to come up with adaptive water management strategies, it is important to keep an…
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A spectral signature-based algorithm for the identifiability of crops and their cultivation conditions
Recent advancements in remote sensing techniques, especially the combination of hyperspectral imaging with analytical algorithms, have greatly improved precision agriculture. This study introduces some algorithms developed for identifying crops and evaluating their growth conditions, focusing on…
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The Auto Sprinkler Rover: An innovative fertiliser applicator for sustainable agriculture
Fertilisers are essential to agriculture since they provide crucial nutrients that stimulate crop growth, increase the yield and improve the yield quality. However, this practice requires the use of manual labour, which consumes energy and time as well as limits the effectiveness of fertilisation…
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Thin-layer drying kinetics and quality assessment of octopus (Octopus sp.) using mixed and open solar dryers
Octopus (Octopus sp.) is highly perishable marine species for which efficient drying is essential to extend shelf life in tropical climates. The anatomical heterogeneity of the octopus complicates consistent drying. This study systematically evaluated the performance of a mixed solar dryer (MSD)…
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Investigation of the drying kinetics of a residual nut mixture using mathematical models and artificialneural networks
The objective of this study was to evaluate the potential for the sustainable reuse and the value of the residual nut mixture (RNM) by-products (cashew nut, peanut, and soybean) after extraction. To investigate the drying kinetics, the RNM was dried at various temperatures (50 to 80 °C). The Balbay…
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Effect of maturity and the colour parameters on the cocoa opening force using the existing mechanical system
The study assessed the mechanical and colorimetric properties of cocoa (Theobroma cacao L.) pods at various maturity stages to improve the mechanised pod-opening efficiency. Thirty pods, each replicated three times, underwent compressive loading and colour analysis using the CIE Lab* colour space…
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Harvester service life impact on sugarcane field losses and product contamination
Mechanical sugarcane harvesting generates substantial material losses that are associated with the equipment age. This study evaluated the relationship between the harvester service life and the operational efficiency by analysing field losses and product contamination across machines with varying…
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Comparative study of portable Vis-NIR spectrometers for corn moisture content prediction using machine learning
The non-destructive estimation of the corn kernel moisture content is essential for determining the optimal harvest period. Although various spectrometer sensors are currently available, their predictive performance differs due to variations in the spectral resolution and wavelength coverage. This…
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Free electricity tandem-twin-hybrid solar-biomass dryer increased the performance of coffee cherry drying
A free electricity tandem-twin-hybrid-solar-biomass dryer comprised of two drying rooms and operated with solar and biomass energy combustion of 10 kg rubber wood per hour separately to dry Robusta coffee cherries with 3, 6, 9, and 12 cm bed thicknesses were studied with the drying completion time…
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Modelling for a land suitability analysis of rice terraces on the upland area using the geographic information system (GIS) and analytical hierarchical process (AHP)
Rice fields are the main source of rice production. Rice field expansion is one way to increase rice production. Rice field expansion activities for the upland area in Indonesia are often overlooked due to limited information about the availability of suitable land. In upland areas, rice terraces…
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Addressing water scarcity in agriculture through small reservoir construction in Kashkadarya Province
This study explores the construction of small reservoirs (SRs) as a strategic solution to address water scarcity in Kashkadarya Province, Uzbekistan, where agricultural productivity is heavily dependent on irrigation. By utilising geographic information system (GIS) and remote sensing (RS)…
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Rheological properties of banana fruit in the creep test: Effect of variety and ripeness level
Banana quality is influenced by many factors, including variety and level of fruit ripeness. This quality can be evaluated from various points of view, one of which is the rheological consideration. Rheological properties are very important to study because they determine the design of equipment…
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Balancing quality and safety: Optimising drying and sodium metabisulphite use in low-fat desiccated coconut
Indonesia, as a leading coconut producer, generates a substantial amount of coconut pulp from coconut milk extraction, which can be further processed into low-fat desiccated coconut. However, the drying process induces browning, reducing its whiteness and overall quality. Sodium metabisulphite is…
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Optimisation of the temperature and drying time of kaffir lime leaves (Citrus hystrix DC.) using Response Surface Methodology
This study optimised the drying process of kaffir lime leaves (Citrus hystrix DC.) to extend the shelf life and preserve the quality by reducing the moisture content. A Central Composite Design (CCD) under the Response Surface Methodology (RSM) framework was employed, with the temperature (55 °C…
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Spoilage detection of tomatoes using a convolutional neural network
With the increasing productivity in agriculture, it has become extremely essential to look for an advanced technique that will help to minimise losses. Recently, deep learning has outperformed the task of recognition and classification of fruits and vegetables automatically from images, finding…
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Anaerobic bio-processing of agricultural waste for the biotechnological production of lactic acid and volatile fatty acid by landfill soil inoculums
With the increase in the world population and the ensuing surge in organic waste, effective management strategies are crucial to prevent environmental pollution. This study aims to address this challenge by utilising organic waste (OW) as the substrate for the production of lactic acid (LA) and…