Häftad, Engelska, 2027
1 970 kr
Kommande
Sustainable Thermal Technologies in Food Processing: Ohmic, Microwave, and Induction Technologies offers an authoritative resource on advanced thermal processing technologies critical for modern food preservation and extraction. Addressing the limitations of conventional thermal methods, this reference explores energy-efficient, high-quality, and environmentally responsible heating techniques. The chapters cover fundamental engineering principles, food safety mechanisms, system design, process control, and digital innovations including AI and IoT integration. Specialized topics include drying, pasteurization, cooking, bioactive compound extraction, thawing, fermentation, and nutritional impacts. The text also presents industrial-scale applications, regulatory frameworks, and future research directions, providing a holistic understanding of these emerging technologies. This book equips industry professionals, academic researchers, and students with critical insights to select, model, and implement sustainable thermal processes. It supports innovation in food manufacturing by delivering comparative evaluations, scale-up challenges, and sustainability assessments, fostering adoption of green technologies for improved food safety, quality, and environmental performance.Provides comparative analysis of ohmic, microwave, and induction heating for food processingExplores modeling, simulation, and digitalization tools for process optimizationDetails industrial and pilot-scale applications with case studiesEvaluates energy efficiency, sustainability, and life cycle impacts