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Non-destructive quality determination for fruit and vegetables.

Author(s) : SELF G., WAINWRIGHT H., POVEY M.

Type of article: Article

Summary

Various methods for non destructive evaluation of produce based on electrical, electromagnetic and kinetic energy are discussed and various techniques using these energy forms are reviewed. Low intensity ultrasonics using frequencies below 100 kilohertz and high excitation voltages show promise. Research into the ultrasonic properties of plant cells in the absence of air is being undertaken to develop a theory of ultrasonic propagation in plant tissue. G.R.S.

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  • Original title: Non-destructive quality determination for fruit and vegetables.
  • Record ID : 1994-1631
  • Languages: English
  • Subject: General information
  • Source: Postharvest News Inf. - vol. 4 - n. 1
  • Publication date: 1993/02
  • Document available for consultation in the library of the IIR headquarters only.

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