date:Oct 23, 2012
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MILD-DRY will build on the positive results of laboratory trials using microwave-assisted vacuum drying (MWVD) for the dehydration of grapes, cranberries, bananas, tomatoes, carrots, garlic, kiwifruit, apple and pear.
In order to shorten the gap between the laboratory research and industrial application, the MILD-DRY project will develop a prototype system for its validation in commercial food drying facilities.
The system design will focus on positive economic returns, considering the