Research Article

Mathematical-Based CFD Modelling and Simulation of Mushroom Drying in Tray Dryer

Table 6

Optimal value of drying parameters and experimental response at optimum condition.

Parameter and responseRangeOptimum moisture content (wt%)Deviation
ModelExperimental

Temperature (°C)(50, 70)6059.810.19
Airspeed (m/s)(2, 5)32.960.04
Mass of slice mushroom (g)(100,300)2002000
Moisture content (wt%)109.99100.01