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Measuring the mechanical stiffness of an eggshell using resonant frequency analysis

Pages 227-232 | Published online: 28 Jun 2010

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A. Molnár, L. Maertens, B. Ampe, J. Buyse, I. Kempen, J. Zoons & E. Delezie. (2016) Changes in egg quality traits during the last phase of production: is there potential for an extended laying cycle?. British Poultry Science 57:6, pages 842-847.
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B. De Ketelaere, F. Bamelis, B. Kemps, E. Decuypere & J. De Baerdemaeker. (2004) Non-destructive measurements of the egg quality. World's Poultry Science Journal 60:3, pages 289-302.
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Bart De Ketelaere, Matthias Corion, Ines Adriaens, Paul Van Liedekerke & Wouter Saeys. (2023) Non-Destructive Eggshell Strength Assessment Using Hertz Contact Theory Part I: Theory and Applicability. Foods 12:6, pages 1189.
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Daniel L. Clark, Mark E. Hauber & Philip S. L. Anderson. (2021) Nest substrate and tool shape significantly affect the mechanics and energy requirements of avian eggshell puncture. Journal of Experimental Biology 224:8.
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A. Wolc, W. Drobik-Czwarno, T. Jankowski, J. Arango, P. Settar, J.E. Fulton, R.L. Fernando, D.J. Garrick & J.C.M. Dekkers. (2020) Accuracy of genomic prediction of shell quality in a White Leghorn line. Poultry Science 99:6, pages 2833-2840.
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J. Lesuisse, C. Li, S. Schallier, W.L.S. Clímaco, A. Bautil, N. Everaert & J. Buyse. (2018) Multigenerational effects of a reduced balanced protein diet during the rearing and laying period of broiler breeders. 1. Performance of the F1 breeder generation. Poultry Science 97:5, pages 1651-1665.
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A. Molnár, L. Maertens, B. Ampe, J. Buyse, J. Zoons & E. Delezie. (2017) Supplementation of fine and coarse limestone in different ratios in a split feeding system: Effects on performance, egg quality, and bone strength in old laying hens. Poultry Science 96:6, pages 1659-1671.
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M. Ahammed, B. J. Chae, J. Lohakare, B. Keohavong, M. H. Lee, S. J. Lee, D. M. Kim, J. Y. Lee & S. J. Ohh. (2014) Comparison of Aviary, Barn and Conventional Cage Raising of Chickens on Laying Performance and Egg Quality. Asian-Australasian Journal of Animal Sciences 27:8, pages 1196-1203.
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Yi-Yuan YanCong-Jiao SunLing LianJiang-Xia ZhengGui-Yun XuNing Yang. (2014) Effect of Uniformity of Eggshell Thickness on Eggshell Quality in Chickens. The Journal of Poultry Science 51:3, pages 338-342.
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E. Willems, Y. Wang, H. Willemsen, J. Lesuisse, L. Franssens, X. Guo, A. Koppenol, J. Buyse, E. Decuypere & N. Everaert. (2013) Partial albumen removal early during embryonic development of layer-type chickens has negative consequences on laying performance in adult life. Poultry Science 92:7, pages 1905-1915.
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C.J. Sun, S.R. Chen, G.Y. Xu, X.M. Liu & N. Yang. (2012) Global variation and uniformity of eggshell thickness for chicken eggs. Poultry Science 91:10, pages 2718-2721.
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K. Mertens, B. Kemps, C. Perianu, J. De Baerdemaeker, E. Decuypere, B. De Ketelaere & M. Bain. 2011. Improving the Safety and Quality of Eggs and Egg Products. Improving the Safety and Quality of Eggs and Egg Products 209 241 .
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Xiaoyan Deng, Qiaohua Wang, Hong Chen & Hong Xie. (2010) Eggshell crack detection using a wavelet-based support vector machine. Computers and Electronics in Agriculture 70:1, pages 135-143.
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A.H. Amer Eissa. (2009) Comparative eggshell stability assessment using three different non-destructive sensing instruments and breakage force strength. Journal of Food Engineering 93:4, pages 444-452.
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K. Mertens, J. Löffel, K. De Baere, J. Zoons, J. De Baerdemaeker, E. Decuypere & B. De Ketelaere. (2009) Layers in aviary system: Effects of beak trimming and alternative feed formulation on technical results and egg quality. Journal of Applied Poultry Research 18:1, pages 90-102.
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F.R. Bamelis, B. De Ketelaere, K. Mertens, B.J. Kemps, E.M. Decuypere & J.G. De Baerdemaeker. (2008) Measuring the conductance of eggshells using the acoustic resonance technique and optical transmission spectra. Computers and Electronics in Agriculture 62:1, pages 35-40.
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K. Mertens, F. Bamelis, B. Kemps, B. Kamers, E. Verhoelst, B. De Ketelaere, M. Bain, E. Decuypere & J. De Baerdemaeker. (2006) Monitoring of Eggshell Breakage and Eggshell Strength in Different Production Chains of Consumption Eggs. Poultry Science 85:9, pages 1670-1677.
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B.J. Kemps, T. Govaerts, B. De Ketelaere, K. Mertens, F.R. Bamelis, M.M. Bain, E.M. Decuypere & J.G. De Baerdemaeker. (2006) The influence of line and laying period on the relationship between different eggshell and membrane strength parameters. Poultry Science 85:7, pages 1309-1317.
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S. De Vos, D. Verschueren & R. De Schrijver. (2005) Digestibility, retention and incorporation of low-level dietary PCB contents in laying hens. Chemosphere 58:11, pages 1553-1562.
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B. De Ketelaere, H. Vanhoutte & J. De Baerdemaeker. (2003) Parameter estimation and multivariable model building for the non-destructive, on-line determination of eggshell strength. Journal of Sound and Vibration 266:3, pages 699-709.
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