Innovative Hybrid Food Processing Drying Chambers

This article aims to discuss the drying problem during the low solar energy period by using advanced hybrid drying technology, which uses heat energy from solar radiation and hot water from solar collectors. Another layer of heat-conducting copper pipes is placed under the drying chamber to increase the heat inside the drying cabinet. Cucumber, broccoli, gourami, carrot, and pumpkin are the carefully chosen raw materials for drying. The experimental results show that the temperature of the drying cabinet can increase the heat when exposed to hot water and sunlight. This technique can extend the drying time for at least 10 minutes in conditions with low heat radiation or weak sunlight.