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@article{201695,
        author = {Rohit Dipak Shinde and Abhijit Dattatray Sutar and Khandu Bhanudas Jagadhane and Prof.Suraj S.Shinde},
        title = {A Review Paper on Automated Solar Food Dryer},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2026},
        volume = {12},
        number = {12},
        pages = {4628-4631},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=201695},
        abstract = {Food preservation plays a vital role in the agricultural and food processing sectors by reducing post-harvest wastage and increasing the storage life of food products. Conventional open-sun drying is commonly practiced due to its low cost and simple operation; however, it has several disadvantages including contamination, non-uniform drying, dependence on climatic conditions, nutrient loss, and extended drying periods. To address these issues, advanced solar drying systems integrated with automation and intelligent control technologies have been developed by researchers. This review paper provides an in-depth analysis of Automated Solar Food Dryer (ASFD) systems that utilize renewable solar energy along with IoT-based technologies, sensor monitoring, and automated control mechanisms. Various categories of solar dryers such as direct, indirect, hybrid, and photovoltaic-assisted dryers are examined in detail. The study also discusses recent developments in automation technologies involving ESP32, Arduino, NodeMCU, temperature and humidity sensors, as well as mobile-based monitoring applications. The review emphasizes the operational principles, benefits, challenges, and future opportunities of automated solar drying technologies. Automated solar dryers have demonstrated improved drying performance, enhanced food safety and hygiene, better product quality, and efficient energy utilization while minimizing labor requirements and operational expenses. Furthermore, emerging technologies including artificial intelligence, cloud-based monitoring, and smart moisture management systems are expected to significantly enhance the efficiency and reliability of future solar drying applications in agriculture and food preservation sectors.},
        keywords = {Automated Solar Food Dryer, Solar Energy, Renewable Energy, IoT, ESP32, Smart Drying System, Food Preservation.},
        month = {May},
        }