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Original Articles

Mathematical Modeling of Thin Layer Drying of Papaya Seeds in a Tunnel Dryer Using Particle Swarm Optimization Method

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Pages 123-130 | Published online: 02 Jan 2014
 

Abstract

The processing of papaya generates a significant amount of solid wastes. The seeds represent a significant amount and a source of untapped products. Papaya seeds have useful compounds, which can be obtained from its extracts or oils and can be a very effective biosorbent. For good results in the compounds achievement and the pretreatment, it is essential the appropriated choice of the drying conditions. This article proposes the study of the drying of papaya seeds in a tunnel dryer at three drying temperatures (40, 70, and 100°C) and three air drying velocities (1.0, 1.5, and 2.0 m · s−1). Empirical and semi-empirical models were proposed to adjust the kinetic parameter as a function of the drying conditions. The particle swarm optimization method was used, obtaining, as a result, an exponential model with good prediction quality and with few parameters to be adjusted.

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Underlined values are statistically nonsignificant

Underlined values are statistically nonsignificant

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