Engineering properties of five varieties of coconuts (Cocos nucifera L.) for efficient husk separation
Coconut husk is used as a natural fiber, and it is constantly gaining economic importance including in organic farming. Yet, there are major knowledge gaps regarding the engineering properties of coconut to design efficient coconut dehusking and coir manufacturing process. A sample of 40 coconuts of...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Taylor & Francis Group
2020-04-01
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Series: | Journal of Natural Fibers |
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Online Access: | http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/15440478.2018.1507863 |