MARCUS FERREIRA: MY MICROCOSMOS
IFRJ - Ohmic Heating - 2017-2018
Ohmic heating, or Joule heating, uses electrical resistance to generate heat within a conductor. When an electric current passes through a material with resistance, such as a food product or liquid, heat is produced uniformly and rapidly. This efficient process is widely used in food processing for pasteurization, sterilization, and cooking.
Our innovative Ohmic heating system is tailored for various dairy products in the food industry, including infant formula and dairy beverages. Designed for efficiency and precision, it ensures uniform heating, pasteurization, and sterilization, maintaining product quality and safety while meeting industry standards.
UIUC E- nose 2022
Electronic noses (e-noses) represent a transformative technology in engineering fields due to their versatility and utility across various domains. In engineering, their significance is particularly pronounced in quality control, process optimization, environmental monitoring, and biomedical applications.
Overall, e-noses are indispensable tools in engineering, offering rapid, sensitive, and non-destructive analysis of odors and volatile compounds. As technology continues to advance, e-noses will likely find even broader applications, driving innovation and optimization in engineering practices across diverse industries. Their versatility and potential for integration with other technologies position them as key enablers of progress in the engineering field.
Electronic Nose I developed 2022 - Principles
Metal oxide sensors (MOS)
Electrochemical sensors (EC)
IOSNEL - Smart Electronic Nose I developed 2022
E-nose Egg Project
Our project leverages cutting-edge electronic nose (e-nose) technology to determine the gender of eggs by analyzing volatile organic compounds (VOCs). This innovative approach aims to enhance agricultural efficiency by enabling early and non-invasive gender identification, revolutionizing poultry breeding practices.
References
Da Silva Ferreira MV, Barbosa JL Jr, Kamruzzaman M, Barbin DF. Correction: Low-cost electronic-nose (LC-e-nose) systems for the evaluation of plantation and fruit crops: recent advances and future trends. Analytical Methods : Advancing Methods and Applications. 2024 Feb;16(6):959. DOI: 10.1039/d3ay90149a. PMID: 38287912.
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CARD - Center for Advancing in Drying - 2023
CARD, the initial center in the United States dedicated to investigating the drying of damp, porous materials such as food, agricultural produce, forestry items, chemicals, textiles, and biopharmaceuticals, stands out for its commitment to aiding American manufacturing sectors in achieving environmental sustainability. The improvements in drying techniques facilitated by this center have a tangible effect on worldwide energy preservation efforts.
CARD - Center for Advancing in Drying - 2023 - Spring photo - May 2023
CARD - Center for Advancing in Drying - 2023 - Fall photo - October 2023
CARD - Center for Advancing in Drying - 2024
CARD - Smart Dryer
UIUC - Smart Dryer for 2023-2
Smart dryers represent a significant advancement in engineering, offering enhanced efficiency, convenience, and control in various applications. These intelligent drying systems incorporate advanced sensors, automation, and connectivity features to optimize drying processes while minimizing energy consumption and maximizing performance.
Smart Dryer I developed for food material using RGB and Near Infrared Spectroscopy Technology 2024
Smart Dryer on site in IOSNEL Lab
