Improving the Accuracy of Electronic Moisture Meters for Runner-Type Peanuts

2013 ◽  
Vol 40 (1) ◽  
pp. 3-7
Author(s):  
M. C. Lamb ◽  
C. L. Butts ◽  
P. D. Blankenship
Keyword(s):  
Quality Control ◽  
Moisture Content ◽  
Physical Properties ◽  
Test Weight ◽  
Mathematical Function ◽  
Peanut Kernel ◽  
Calibration Equation ◽  
Post Harvest ◽  
Moisture Contents ◽  
Weight Data

ABSTRACT Runner-type peanut kernel moisture content (MC) is measured periodically during curing and post harvest processing with electronic moisture meters for marketing and quality control. MC is predicted for 250 g samples of kernels with a mathematical function from measurements of various physical properties. To examine the accuracy of the function used in the Dickey-john GAC2100 for measuring MC of runner-type peanuts, 421 samples were measured with the meter and compared to oven MC data subsequently determined using ASAE Standard S410.1. Peanut moisture content for the peanuts according to the meter averaged 19.1% with a SD of 15.4%. Oven moisture contents had a mean of 17.3% and a SD of 8.5%. Means were significantly different (P  =  0.001). A calibration equation was derived from capacitance, conductance, temperature, and test weight data provided by the meter and compared to oven MC data. Moisture contents calculated from the calibration equation had a 17.3% mean and an 8.5% SD equaling values for oven determined moisture contents. Results of the study indicate that the accuracy of the meter in predicting moisture content can be improved considerably utilizing currently collected data and the derived calibration equation developed.

scholarly journals Processing of Wild Sunflower with Different Moisture Contents into Solid Bio Fuel

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-9
Author(s):  
Fabie T. Dummapi ◽  
Jacqueline I. Liniasan ◽  
Marvin T. Valentin ◽  
Milagros B. Onalan ◽  
Leonardo D. Dumalhin ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Thermal Properties ◽  
Moisture Content ◽  
Physical Properties ◽  
Ignition Time ◽  
Volume Density ◽  
Ash Content ◽  
Burning Time ◽  
Wild Sunflower ◽  
Average Mass ◽  
Moisture Contents

Wild sunflower with moisture contents of 16%, 12% and 8% was densified without the addition of binding agent. The physical properties of the formed briquettes such as mass, dimensions, volume, density and shattering resistance were evaluated. Thermal properties like ignition time, burning time, ash content, and thermal fuel efficiency by means of boiling test were also evaluated. Wild Sunflower stems were gathered and shredded using locally fabricated biomass shredder available at the Research Office of Benguet State University, and were processed into the desired size and moisture contents. Right after the briquetting operation, the physical properties of the briquette were measured and then stored in a zip bag for 24 hours. After the storage, same measurement was conducted. Results show that the influence of moisture contents on the average mass, dimension, shattering resistance, volume and density was statistically insignificant. The wild sunflower with moisture content of 16% had the highest shattering resistance of 88.85%. Furthermore, the influence of moisture content on the thermal properties like ignition time, burning time and ash content are statistically insignificant. Among the moisture contents, the fastest ignition time of 43.75 sec with longest burning time was recorded under 12%. Ash content was also lowest at 12%.

scholarly journals Forma e tamanho de grãos de soja para diversos teores de água

2018 ◽  
Vol 39 (6) ◽  
pp. 2821
Author(s):  
Wilker Alves Morais ◽  
Osvaldo Resende ◽  
Fernando Nobre Cunha ◽  
Vitor Marques Vidal ◽  
Nelmício Furtado da Silva ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Moisture Content ◽  
Physical Properties ◽  
Surface Area ◽  
Initial Moisture Content ◽  
Correlation Coefficients ◽  
Volumetric Shrinkage ◽  
Linear Regression Models ◽  
Moisture Contents ◽  
Soybean Cultivars ◽  
Grain Moisture

Physical properties of soybean grains present differences as a function of cultivars and moisture content, with the correlation between physical properties. This study aimed to determine the characteristics related to the physical properties of grains with different moisture contents of three soybean cultivars. The experimental design was completely randomized design in a 3 × 6 factorial scheme with three replications, consisting of three soybean cultivars (6266 RSF IPRO, BMX Potência RR, and 14403Z6001) and six grain moisture contents (11, 13, 15, 17, 19, and 21% wb). Soybean grains presented an initial moisture content of 11.0, 11.0, and 10.8% wb, respectively for 6266 RSF IPRO, BMX Potência RR, and 14403Z6001. The other moisture contents were obtained by soaking in a BOD chamber maintained at 25 °C and 93% of relative humidity. We assessed volume, roundness, sphericity, surface area, volumetric shrinkage, and volumetric shrinkage rate. The data were submitted to the analysis of variance by the F-test (p < 0.05) and when significant, regression analysis was performed for grain moisture contents and the means of cultivars were compared by the Tukey’s test. Pearson’s correlation analysis was also carried out to represent the linearity between grain physical properties. The cultivar BMX Potência RR obtained the highest results for volume, roundness, sphericity, and surface area. Volume and surface area increased as the moisture content of soybean grains increased; the opposite was observed for roundness and sphericity. A linear increase in volumetric shrinkage was observed as moisture content increased. The values of the correlation coefficients of the linear regression models can be used to describe the relationships between physical properties.

Aerodynamic properties of Faba bean (Vicia faba L.) Seeds

2016 ◽  
Vol 39 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Mesut Dilmac ◽  
Sefa Tarhan ◽  
Hakan Polatci
Keyword(s):  
Moisture Content ◽  
Physical Properties ◽  
Drag Coefficient ◽  
Vicia Faba ◽  
Faba Bean ◽  
Terminal Velocity ◽  
Moisture Contents ◽  
Aerodynamic Properties ◽  
Agricultural Materials ◽  
Agricultural Material

Aerodynamic properties of agricultural materials are the physical properties considering the reaction of agricultural material piles or seeds against airflow. The airflow resistance of faba bean (<italic>Vicia faba</italic> L.) seed piles was experimentally determined and mathematically modeled for two different moisture contents (11.4 % and 25.8% w.b.) for the superficial air velocities ranging from 0.0225 to 1.395 m<sup>3</sup>·m<sup>−2</sup>·s<sup>−1</sup>. Modified Shedd’s equation and Hukill-Ives equation can be interchangeably used to design aeration systems for the storage and drying bins of faba bean seeds. The terminal velocity values are 11.68 and 12.87 m·s<sup>−1</sup> for the moisture contents of 11.4% and 25.8% (w.b.), respectively. The drag coefficient values are 1.02 and 0.88 for the moisture contents of 11.4% and 25.8% (w.b.), respectively. Moisture content increased terminal velocity but decreased drag coefficient.

Near Infrared Spectroscopic Determination of Moisture Content in Foods: Extraction Method by Organic Solvents

1998 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
pp. 235-240 ◽  
Author(s):  
H. Takamura ◽  
N. Endo ◽  
T. Matoba
Keyword(s):  
Moisture Content ◽  
Organic Solvents ◽  
Extraction Method ◽  
Near Infrared ◽  
Single Step ◽  
Calibration Equation ◽  
Moisture Contents ◽  
Clear Band ◽  
Predicted Values

In order to get a common NIR calibration equation which can be adapted to the determination of moisture content in various types of foods, we have tried to develop a water extraction method from foods by organic solvents. We used various starches and powder foods as the model. NIR spectra of various solvents containing water showed a clear band due to water around 1930 nm. Of the solvents used, this band in N,N-dimethylacetamide (DMA), N,N-dimethylformamide (DMF) and dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO) systems was not shifted by the change of the moisture content. Then, the moisture was extracted from starch by these solvents. Approximately 60% was consistently recovered in a single-step extraction by DMA or DMF. The extraction by DMSO was too viscous to handle. The calibration equation was developed from the results for the extraction from starch by DMA. Then, moisture contents of powder foods were predicted using the calibration equation. For six of eight foods, good correlations were obtained between the laboratory values and the predicted values. These results suggest that this NIR method coupled with extraction is useful for the determination of moisture content with a common calibration equation for various kinds of foods.

Effect of Moisture on GR-S Rate of Cure and Physical Properties

1946 ◽  
Vol 19 (3) ◽  
pp. 773-780
Author(s):  
Ian C. Rush
Keyword(s):  
Carbon Black ◽  
Moisture Content ◽  
Physical Properties ◽  
Testing Methods ◽  
Stress Strain ◽  
Moisture Contents ◽  
Strain Data ◽  
Water Curing ◽  
Effect Of Moisture ◽  
The Individual

Abstract Moisture has been discussed as a factor which may give rise to variable rates of cure of GR-S. This moisture may be present in GR-S itself or in the compounding ingredients used. Accordingly, a program was initiated in the spring of 1944 to establish the influence of moisture, not only on the rate of cure of GR-S, but also on its physical properties. Since that time two papers have been published on this subject by other investigators. The results reported here verify some of the conclusions drawn by these investigators but seem to be at variance with others. In this study various proportions of water were added in the following ways : by premixing with carbon black, by adding directly on the mill rolls at the completion of normal milling, and by soaking GR-S crumb in water. Curing curves were obtained for each batch, and were used to evaluate the rate of cure. To eliminate day-to-day variations in physical properties due to error in testing methods, three batches of different moisture contents were mixed and tested on the same day. This same group was then remixed and tested on successive days until at least three batches had been tested for each moisture content and each method of addition. The averages of the individual results (stress-strain data and percentage moisture retained) on batches to which the same percentage of water was added, were then considered free from day-to-day variations.

scholarly journals Physical properties of buckwheat (Fagopyrum esculentum Moench) grains during convective drying

2018 ◽  
Vol 22 (11) ◽  
pp. 793-798
Author(s):  
Wellytton D. Quequeto ◽  
Valdiney C. Siqueira ◽  
Vanderleia Schoeninger ◽  
Elton A. S. Martins ◽  
Eder P. Isquierdo ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Moisture Content ◽  
Physical Properties ◽  
Bulk Density ◽  
Initial Moisture Content ◽  
Shrinkage Porosity ◽  
Volumetric Shrinkage ◽  
Convective Drying ◽  
True Density ◽  
Post Harvest ◽  
Forced Air

ABSTRACT Buckwheat is a prominent crop in present-day agriculture due to its nutraceutical properties; however, information on this crop regarding the post-harvest process is scarce, as well as the characterization of its physical properties and such information is essential for the development and improvement of machinery used in post-harvest processes. Thus, the objective of this study was to determine the volumetric shrinkage, porosity, bulk density and true density of buckwheat grains throughout the drying process, as well as to fit mathematical models to the experimental values of true and bulk volumetric shrinkages. Buckwheat grains of the cultivar IPR 91 - Baili with an initial moisture content of 0.250 (decimal, dry basis.) were used. The samples used to determine the physical properties were subjected to oven drying with forced air circulation stabilized at 40 ± 1 °C. The mass of the samples was periodically weighed, so that when the product reached predetermined values of moisture content, the samples were removed and their physical properties were determined. It is concluded that the reduction in moisture content during drying causes increase in bulk density, true density and porosity. The reduction of the moisture content influences bulk volumetric shrinkage and true volumetric shrinkage of the grains, causing reductions in their values of approximately 14.47 and 14.70%, respectively, and a linear model can represent both variables satisfactorily.

scholarly journals Physical properties of safflower grains. Part II: Volumetric shrinkage

2017 ◽  
Vol 21 (5) ◽  
pp. 350-355 ◽  
Author(s):  
Elton A. S. Martins ◽  
André L. D. Goneli ◽  
Alexandre A. Gonçalves ◽  
Cesar P. Hartmann Filho ◽  
Jerusa Rech ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Moisture Content ◽  
Physical Properties ◽  
Initial Moisture Content ◽  
Linear Shrinkage ◽  
Agricultural Products ◽  
Volumetric Shrinkage ◽  
Drying Process ◽  
Moisture Contents ◽  
Forced Air ◽  
Air Circulation

ABSTRACT Agricultural products usually have their size reduced during the drying process. The quantification of the reduction in the dimensions is important for the development and optimization of equipment for the post-harvest of the product. The aim of the present study was to evaluate the effect of the variation in the moisture content during drying on the volumetric shrinkage of safflower grains and their respective axes. Safflower grains were harvested with an initial moisture content of approximately 0.445 decimal d.b. (dry basis) and subjected to drying in an oven with forced air circulation at 40 °C, until the grains reached a final moisture content of 0.073 ± 0.008 decimal d.b. During drying, the contraction of the axes, unit volumetric shrinkage and volumetric shrinkage of the mass of safflower grains were determined at different moisture contents. Based on these results, it can be concluded that reducing the moisture content causes a reduction in the axes of safflower grains and, consequently, reductions in the unit volumetric shrinkage and volumetric shrinkage of the mass of approximately 16 and 13%, respectively, and both variables can be represented by the linear shrinkage model.

Dielectric Properties of Importance in Operations of Post-harvest of Sorghum

2017 ◽  
Vol 13 (4) ◽  
Author(s):  
Caciano P. Z. Noreña ◽  
Carlos E. Lescano-Anadón
Keyword(s):  
Dielectric Constant ◽  
Dielectric Properties ◽  
Electrical Properties ◽  
Dielectric Loss ◽  
Moisture Content ◽  
Loss Factor ◽  
Dissipation Factor ◽  
Post Harvest ◽  
Moisture Contents ◽  
And Storage

Abstract The knowledge of electrical properties and their relationship with moisture content is of great importance in operations of post-harvest and storage in grains. The dielectric properties of sorghum samples were studied at different moisture contents and temperatures (25 at 41 °C), at frequencies of 1 and 10 kHz. In order to measure changes in the capacitance and dissipation factor of the samples, the method of impedance bridge was used. Both the dielectric constant and the dielectric loss factor of the samples increased with increasing moisture content and temperature; however, they decreased with increasing frequency. Models were proposed to relate the dielectric properties to either the moisture (exponential and polynomial) or temperature (linear).

scholarly journals Some Moisture Related Properties of Spanish Peanuts

1974 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 25-29 ◽  
Author(s):  
M. E. Wright ◽  
J. G. Porterfield
Keyword(s):  
Moisture Content ◽  
Physical Properties ◽  
Void Fraction ◽  
Apparent Density ◽  
Regression Equations ◽  
Moisture Contents ◽  
Solid Density ◽  
Wet Weight ◽  
Best Fit

Abstract Physical properties of Spanish-type peanuts (Starr variety) related to moisture content were measured, including apparent density (AD), solid density (SD), void fraction (VF), solid volume per nut (SVN), and total volume per nut (TVN). Measurements were taken on hulls, kernels and whole peanuts, at moisture contents from 0 to approximately 30% wet basis. Test samples were rewet rather than fresh. Data were plotted vs. moisture content in each case and best fit regression equations were developed. VF for kernels was less than VF for whole peanuts which was less than VF for hulls, as expected. TVN for hulls plus kernels compared to TVN for whole peanuts indicates that the kernel cavity is completely filled at approximately 31% m. c. AD and VF relations between hulls, kernels and whole peanuts indicate that swollen kernels may tend to compress the inner layers of the hull at high m. c. Hull wet weight was about 26% of kernel wet weight and hull m. c. about 6% greater than kernel m. c. SVN for hulls was very small (0.08 cc/nut average) and apparently unrelated to m. c. SD for hulls was quite high—1.5 to 4.5 gm/cc.

scholarly journals Controlled deterioration to evaluate okra seed vigor

2013 ◽  
Vol 31 (2) ◽  
pp. 317-321 ◽  
Author(s):  
Salvador B Torres ◽  
Maryjane DA Gomes ◽  
Francisca Gleiciane da Silva ◽  
Clarisse P Benedito ◽  
Francisco ECB Pereira
Keyword(s):  
Quality Control ◽  
Moisture Content ◽  
Seed Quality ◽  
Seedling Emergence ◽  
Seed Vigor ◽  
Santa Cruz ◽  
Control Programs ◽  
Moisture Contents ◽  
Essential Components ◽  
Controlled Deterioration

Germination and vigor tests are essential components of seed quality control programs adopted by seed industries. We studied different procedures to perform the controlled deterioration test to identify differences in vigor among okra seed lots. Four seed lots of Colhe Bem cultivar and five seed lots of Santa Cruz 47 cultivar were submitted to the following tests: germination, seedling emergence, controlled deterioration (seeds with moisture contents of 18, 21 and 24% at 45°C for 24 and 48 hours) and moisture content. The controlled deterioration test is efficient to evaluate the physiological potential of okra seeds, and the combination of 24% water, 45°C during 24 hours is recommended.

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