Mathematical modeling, drying kinetics, and economic analysis of a hybrid photovoltaic thermal solar dryer for henna leaves

Mathematical modeling, drying kinetics, and economic analysis of a hybrid photovoltaic thermal solar dryer for henna leaves

Abstract Solar dryers offer a sustainable and efficient method for drying many agricultural products, preserving their quality, color, and medicinal properties while minimizing energy consumption and environmental impact. Current research on henna processing reveals a significant gap in drying engin...

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Main Authors: Abdallah Elshawadfy Elwakeel, Awad Ali Tayoush Oraiath, Tarek Hussien M. Ghanem, Ahmed Elbeltagi, Ali Salem, Ahmed Z. Dewidar, Abdelaziz M. Okasha, Abadeer Habib, Tamer M. El-Messery, Moustapha Eid Moustapha, Khaled A. Metwally
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Nature Portfolio 2025-07-01
Series:Scientific Reports
Subjects:
Medical plants
Renewable energy
Drying kinetics
Thin layer modeling
Drying characteristics
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-025-03460-3
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