Studies on Densification, Baling and Expansion Characteristics of Paddy Straw


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Authors

  • S D Kulkarni Soybean Processing & Utilization Centre, Central Institute of Agricultural Engineering, Nabi Bagh, Bhopal
  • S Mangaraj Agro Processing Division, Central Institute of Agricultural Engineering, Nabi Bagh, Bhopal

Abstract

A baling machine developed earlier in the Institute (CIAE) was used for the study. The U-Clip welding method of tying the bales required only 60 s as compared to over 280 s in conventional baling and found economical with a cost of only Rs 1.93/bale. Compressibility and the expansion characteristics of paddy straw at 10-30% moisture levels were studied. The rate of expansion during first 30 seconds was maximum and it decreased rapidly after 5 min.

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Submitted

2012-01-10

Published

2005-03-05

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Vol. 42 No. 1 (2005)

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Kulkarni, S. D., & Mangaraj, S. (2005). Studies on Densification, Baling and Expansion Characteristics of Paddy Straw. Journal of Agricultural Engineering, 42(1). https://epubs.icar.org.in/index.php/JAE/article/view/14316