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Visible and near-infrared spectroscopy has been widely used as a non-invasive and rapid-assessment technique for the quality control of agricultural products. In this study, 325 samples of nectarines represent...
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The objective of the study was to evaluate the use of a robot gripper in the assessment of mango (cv. “Osteen”) firmness as well as to establish relationships between the non-destructive robot gripper measurem...
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Effect of Different Components of Edible/Biodegradable Composite Films on Water Relationships in the Polymer Matrix
Films and coatings based on edible/biodegradable hydrocolloids have received special attention in the last few years as an alternative to preserve foods with several possibilities: to maintain sensory and nutr...
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In-Line Estimation of the Standard Colour Index of Citrus Fruits Using a Computer Vision System Developed For a Mobile Platform
A key aspect for the consumer when it comes to deciding on a particular product is the colour. In order to make fruit available to consumers as early as possible, the collection of oranges and mandarins begins...
