A Review of Inflatable Solar Dryers for Drying Fruits, Vegetables, and Grain

This paper presents the features, advantages, and applications of inflatable solar dryers in drying food products, such as fruits, vegetables, and grain. The inflatable solar dryer is a further development of the Hohenheim-type solar tunnel dryer. Due to its low maintenance, environment-friendly, hassle-free, and portable characteristics, the inflatable solar dryer is a favourable alternative for sun drying in rural areas and could be used to obtain high-quality dried food products. The paper may help farmers and researchers for the improvement of this type of dryer.