Novel Solar Micro Dryer for Aromatic and Medicinal Plants

Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Education and Research

  • Ahmed Ridha El Ouederni1Department of Chemistry, Research Laboratory of Characterizations, Applications and Modelling of Materials (LR18ES08), Faculty of Science, El Manar University, Tunis, TUNISIA.
  • Rania Omrani2Department of Chemistry, Laboratory of Selective Organic and Heterocyclic Synthesis Biological Activity Evaluation (LR17ES01), Faculty of Science of Tunis, El Manar University, Tunis, TUNISIA.
  • Sonia Taktouk2Department of Chemistry, Laboratory of Selective Organic and Heterocyclic Synthesis Biological Activity Evaluation (LR17ES01), Faculty of Science of Tunis, El Manar University, Tunis, TUNISIA.
  • Yasmine El Ouederni3Department of Pharmacy, National Council of the Order of Pharmacists of Tunisia, Rue Ibn Charaf, Tunis Belvedere, TUNISIA.
  • Nour El Ouederni3Department of Pharmacy, National Council of the Order of Pharmacists of Tunisia, Rue Ibn Charaf, Tunis Belvedere, TUNISIA.
  • Aida Katar3Department of Pharmacy, National Council of the Order of Pharmacists of Tunisia, Rue Ibn Charaf, Tunis Belvedere, TUNISIA.

Volume 59 Issue 3s Pages s945-s949

DOI: 10.5530/ijper.2025489

Abstract

Background: This paper focuses on an experimental investigation of an indirect solar dryer, specifically designed for drying aromatic and medicinal plants. Objectives: The purpose of this study is to utilize solar energy as a sustainable and efficient source of heat for the drying process, ensuring high-quality dried products. Materials and Methods: Our project aimed to study, design, implement, and experimentally evaluate an indirect solar micro-dryer. The study involves conducting experiments using different types of aromatic and medicinal plants, analyzing the drying kinetics, and assessing the quality of the dried products. Results: The results demonstrate the effectiveness of the micro-solar dryer in achieving rapid and efficient drying while preserving the essential properties of the plants. Conclusion: The findings provide valuable insights into the potential application of solar drying technology for aromatic and medicinal plant processing, contributing to the development of sustainable and environmentally friendly drying methods in the agroindustry

Keywords

  • Solar energy
  • Micro-solar dryer
  • Medicinal plants
  • Drying kinetics
  • Drying chamber
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