The using Infrared Radiation on the Freeze-Drying of Cherry

Abstract

In this work experimentally investigated the drying rate of Cherry on the freeze-dryer (FD) and FD with infrared pretreatment (IR), and compared the quality characteristics of the cherry after rehydration. Results of experimental studies was determined that, the use of IR pre-treatment on the FD was much more effective. The use of IR waves showed that the drying time of cherries with IR pre-treatment is shorter than without pre-treatment. Especially, the application of IR pretreatment before freeze-drying, allows you to get quality products, and provides to reduce energy consumption by 15-17%.