Kinetics of drying kernels of apricot stones using a high-frequency current

Abstract

Application of a convective method and a combined method employing a high-frequency current alongside convection for drying kernels of apricot stones is experimentally studied. The drying rate, the drying rate constants, and the duration of the first and second periods are determined. The effect of a high-frequency electromagnetic field on the kinetics of the drying is analyzed.