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7E: Information Technology Virtual location: VIRTUAL: Agora Meetings | |
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5:15pm - 5:20pm
Development of a Modular Dehydrator to Foster Food Sovereignty in the Andean Region Escuela Superior Politécnica de Chimborazo - ESPOCH, Ecuador – This work-in-progress research presents the design and technological maturation of a modular food dehydrator optimized for high-altitude Andean environments, transitioning from TRL 4 to TRL 8. The system integrates a hybrid energy matrix consisting of solar photovoltaic, solar thermal, and biomass gasification, coupled with an advanced thermal energy storage unit (thermal battery). The study addresses the critical issue of post-harvest losses in rural communities like Nitiluisa, Chimborazo, where annual agricultural waste exceeds 30%. Through a comprehensive state-of-the-art review and technological surveillance of 139 verified scientific sources and international patents, the paper defines the thermodynamic, structural, and control requirements for 24/7 autonomous operation. Preliminary computational fluid dynamics (CFD) simulations validate internal temperature stability between 40-60°C and a potential CO2 emission reduction of 15% in the first year. | |