Industrial Process

Upcycled Food Waste Extrusion

High-shear extrusion transforms agricultural byproducts (e.g., fruit pomace, spent grains) into structured foods like meat analogs or snack bases.

Technical Description

Twin-screw extrusion applies mechanical energy (shear rates: 100–500 s⁻¹) and thermal energy (barrel temps: 80–180°C) to denature proteins and polysaccharides, creating fibrous textures. Moisture content: 20–40%, screw speed: 200–600 RPM.

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Source & License

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