Advancement of hydrodynamic cavitation in food processing and it’s applications

AbstractIn today’s fast-paced world, food industries strive to adopt energy-efficient and advanced technologies. One such promising and innovative approach in the field of food processing is hydrodynamic cavitation technology. This technology offers several advantages over traditional methods. It harnesses the phenomenon of cavitation, which occurs when pressure changes lead to the formation and collapse of microbubbles in a liquid medium. The intense energy generated during these cavitation events can bring about physical and chemical transformations, making it a versatile tool for numerous applications in the food industry. Hydrodynamic cavitation is a technology that has various applications in the food processing industry. It is particularly useful in improving the extraction process, reducing processing times, and enhancing mass transfer processes. This technology is ideal for extracting bioactive compounds from plant materials such as polyphenols and essential oils, which are important in developing functional foods with enhanced nutritional profiles. Additionally, hydrodynamic cavitation effectively inactivates microorganisms and enzymes, improving food safety and extending shelf life. This technology is non-thermal, which helps preserve the sensory and nutritional qualities of food products and also addresses the growing demand for minimally processed and nutritionally rich foods. Thus, hydrodynamic cavitation technology is a cutting-edge and sustainable approach in the food industry that offers a wide range of applications by enhancing processing efficiency, product quality, and overall sustainability.