Hot-Air Drying Using Near UV Visible NIR Radiation Spectroscopy and Edge Computing Control System : A Study On Apple Slices

Authors : Yeliz Durgun, Mahmut Durgun

Pages : 182-199

Doi:10.47495/okufbed.1457033

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Publication Date : 2025-01-17

Article Type : Research Paper

Abstract :Near-UV, Visible Light, and Near-Infrared Radiation are some of the light wavelength regions that are of great interest for energy, agriculture, medical, and food industry research. The use of light spectrum for non-destructive, real-time sensing for imaging, food quality, and safety evaluation is becoming increasingly important in all these fields. Edge computing, which enables real-time monitoring of devices and control using machine learning methods, is necessary to improve system stability, minimize errors and develop tools that facilitate robotic intervention. In this study, the effect and performance of a drying system using Near-UV-vis-NIR radiation measurement in food drying using edge computing is presented. The system comprises three multi-spectral sensors that allow 18 different measurements. Sensors are also placed to measure the weight of the objects, temperature, and humidity inside the cabin. The data acquired is processed in real-time using a microcontroller (Arduino Nano 33 BLE) that can perform machine learning algorithms and control the cabin. Edge computing enables data processing and analytic operations to be performed on the device, thus providing real-time results and control operations. In this study, the change in radiation levels and the effect on drying quality during the drying process of apple slices are investigated. The results show that measurements performed using edge computing technology can effectively be performed during the drying process of apple slices.
Keywords : Kenar hesaplama, Gıda kurutma, IoT (Nesnelerin İnterneti, Makine öğrenimi