Low density of hemp hurd (Cannabis Sativa L), better end of life impact, performance comparable to wood chips and low energy requirement for cultivation make […]
Thermal analysis of cement panels with lignocellulosic materials for building
The use of lignocellulosic material residue in cement composites can be considered as a good option because they allow good thermal behaviour. This paper aimed […]
Airflow profile study of a compost dairy barn using a low-cost 3D-printed anemometer network
Mechanical ventilation is commonly used for environmental thermal regulation inside closed-field agricultural production systems. Analyzing the air distribution inside these facilities and the correct operation […]
Separation of reducing sugars from lignocellulosic hydrolysate: Membrane experiments & system dynamic modelling
Separation of fermentable sugars after hydrolysis of lignocellulosic biomass plays a vital role in second-generation biofuel production. Byproducts and solid fractions generated during pretreatment and […]
Comparison between the thermal properties of cement composites using infrared thermal images
The use of agribusiness residual lignocellulosic fibres can be a good alternative in the development of lignocellulosic composites. The current work aimed to investigate the […]
Comparison of airflow homogeneity in Compost Dairy Barns with different ventilation systems using the CFD model
In the pursuit of high milk productivity, producers are using confinement systems in order to improve performance and animal welfare. Among the housing systems, the […]
Lighting and noise levels in compost dairy barns with natural and forced ventilation
The housing system, called compost barn, is attracting the interest of several farmers. It allows dairy cows to remain in free movement inside a shed […]
Utilization of fused deposition method 3D printing for evaluation of discrete element method simulations
FDM 3D printing is used for designing prototype assessment in engineering production. It is usually used to verify the functionality of kinematics mechanisms. It can […]
Design and data comparison of the photovoltaic power plants in the southern and northern hemispheres
We have recently developed a unique monitoring system for photovoltaic power plants and have gradually improved it in recent years. The system is installed at […]
Towards a business and production engineering concept for individual beer brewing applying digitalization methodologies
Individualization is a common trend in many fields of production across the industries. Also in the food sector, significant changes can be observed. For many […]