Behaviour of natural drying methods on jamun pulp thickness

Compared with mechanical drying methods, natural drying techniques such as solar and greenhouse drying are more cost-effective options for fruit pulp, especially for those that are highly perishable and seasonal. The solar and greenhouse dryers employed for drying jamun pulp at two thicknesses were 2 and 4 mm, maintaining a constant moisture content of jamun pulp at 473.72% (db). The drying behavior for the moisture ratio and drying rate over time were assessed for solar and greenhouse drying during experimentation. The end product of this drying process is powder, which has improved storage stability because of its reduced moisture content. The natural method not only requires less power but also ensures that the desired qualities of the generator are for transportation and further utilization.