Development of 'on-line' measurement methods for field implementation of gas sensors for ripeness determination

J. Grinshpun, Y. Edan, A. Hetzroni

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Abstract

This research provides on-line measurement methods for melon ripeness determination using gas sensors. Results indicate: 1) environmental influences on gas emission from the melons distort measurement results 2) it is sufficient to measure the melon's surface temperature when considering its influence on the gas emission (the internal temperature can be neglected). Measurement methods were developed for temperature and humidity compensation. A device for reducing measurement time was developed.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationIII International Symposium on Sensors in Horticulture
PublisherInternational Society for Horticultural Science
Pages157-165
Number of pages9
ISBN (Print)9789066059542
DOIs
StatePublished - 1 Jan 2001

Publication series

NameActa Horticulturae
Volume562
ISSN (Print)0567-7572

Keywords

  • Cantaloupes
  • Fruit ripeness
  • Gas sensing
  • Melons
  • Semiconductors
  • Sorting

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Horticulture

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