Innovative Processing Methods Research Articles

From Mine Waste to Construction Materials: A Bibliometric Analysis of Mining Waste Recovery and Tailing Utilization in Construction

This article presents a comprehensive scientometric analysis of mining waste valorization, focusing on tailings utilization in construction materials from 2010 to 2024. Through examination of 1096 Web of Science publications and utilizing CiteSpace mapping and network analyses, we analyze the intellectual structure of this field. Subject category analysis reveals materials science, construction technology, and environmental engineering as the dominant disciplines, interconnected through 168 links across 64 thematic nodes. Our co-citation analysis identifies 12 major research clusters, with materials science and environmental engineering serving as primary disciplinary pillars. Keyword co-occurrence analysis of 532 nodes connected by 1181 links highlights the field’s emphasis on fly ash, concrete applications, and mechanical properties. Recent citation bursts indicate growing research focus on thermal stability, heavy metal treatment, and innovative processing methods. Through synthesizing these scientometric indicators, this review provides strategic insights for advancing sustainable construction practices through mining waste utilization. Research gaps identified include long-term durability assessment, standardization needs, and scalability challenges. By synthesizing these diverse scientometric indicators, this review provides strategic insights for researchers, industry practitioners, and policymakers, contributing to the advancement of sustainable construction practices through mining waste utilization.

Advantages and disadvantages of a closed-loop economy: the path to environmentally friendly production

The relevance of the study is related to the development of the circular economy in the national economies of many countries of the world, where it is receiving increasing attention. Circular technological and economic models can be considered promising areas of strategic transformation for companies that contrast themselves with traditional business models of an open economic system based on extensive growth. The concept of a circular economy appeared in order to create closed-loop production and consumption models that aim to increase resource efficiency, use waste management approaches and achieve stable coexistence between the economy, the environment and the population. The purpose of the study is to analyze relevant scientific sources and statistical information to determine the advantages and disadvantages of closed-loop economic models at the current stage of scientific and technological progress. The research methodology is based on the use of general scientific research methods such as analysis, generalization, abstraction, synthesis. The results of the study. The article evaluates the current situation of the development of the circular economy in the world, identifies factors that emphasize the extensiveness of the current economy. The main advantages, disadvantages and barriers of the circular economy are presented, classified into four aspects: environmental, economic, technological and social. It is established that from the point of view of the economic development of the branches of the national economy, the circular economy will create new markets and business opportunities in the sectors of recycling and servicing of goods. It is also assumed that circular business models can increase the competitiveness of companies through innovation and optimization of production processes. In addition, circular economic systems will contribute to the development of innovative technologies and processing methods aimed at more efficient use of raw materials and materials.

Emerging non-thermal treatment approaches for camel milk: A review

Camel milk (CM) has recently gained popularity in international dairy markets. According to projections, the global market for CM products is expected to reach USD 18.3 billion by 2027 with a compound annual growth rate of 6.8 % during the forecast period. The increasing demand for CM among people with lactose intolerance is expected to positively impact the industry. Despite efforts to develop a range of products from CM, its processing is generally considered challenging, and the resulting products are not comparable to those made from bovine milk. For decades, the dairy industry has relied primarily on conventional methods to process various dairy products; however, these methods can affect the organoleptic quality and nutritional profiles. This review focuses on innovative non-thermal processing methods for CM, including high-pressure processing, pulsed electric fields, ultrasonication, UV pasteurization, cold plasma technology, and microwave processing. These approaches can provide viable alternatives to thermal treatments, offering several benefits, such as enhanced nutrient retention, improved organoleptic properties, and better microbial safety, thus supporting the industry's growth in response to increasing consumer demand for high-quality dairy products.

High-Pressure Processing of Milk and Dairy Products: Latest Update

The growing global demand for minimally processed fresh foods has driven the development of innovative food processing methods. High-pressure processing (HPP), a leading non-thermal technique, has proven to be environmentally friendly, cost-effective, and versatile across various food types. Its ability to extend shelf life and ensure microbial safety is well established, particularly in dairy products. However, further research is needed to fully understand HPP’s impact on improving the digestion of milk compounds and assessing potential safety risks. Recent studies, for example, demonstrate HPP’s efficacy in enhancing the microbial safety and nutritional value of products like cheese, yogurt, and whey protein isolate. This review explores these advancements and highlights HPP’s role in improving the physicochemical, organoleptic, and functional properties of milk and dairy products.

EFFECT OF TOMATO POMACE ON SENSORY AND TEXTURAL PROPERTIES OF RAW-COOKED MEAT PRODUCT

In the meat industry, there is a growing interest in the use of innovative processing methods, reformulated products, and the replacement of synthetic ingredients with natural bioactive compounds. Replacing synthetic antioxidants with natural antioxidants is a challenging process, but it can bring positive results. Our current research focuses on sensory and textural properties of raw-cooked meat product (frankfurters), which we observed on the 1st, 7th, 14th and 21st days of storage. We incorporated extract from tomato pomace into frankfurters as natural antioxidants. We used two concentrations of extract (3 mL.kg-1 and 5 mL.kg-1), the control with the addition of ascorbic acid and negative control. Sensory quality of meat product is one of the most important indicators that can influence the consumer. In the taste parameter, the best rated groups were Con-C and TCP-2. Furthermore, the addition of tomato pomace extract does not cause a significant change in the consistency of the meat products. After textural analysis, no statistically significant differences were observed between individual samples in any of the evaluated parameters.

Cold Plasma Technology Based Eco-Friendly Food Packaging Biomaterials.

Biopolymers have intrinsic drawbacks compared to traditional plastics, such as hydrophilicity, poor thermo-mechanical behaviours, and barrier characteristics. Therefore, biopolymers or their film modifications offer a chance to create packaging materials with specified properties. Cold atmospheric plasma (CAP) or Low temperature plasma (LTP) has a wide range of applications and has recently been used in the food industry as a potent tool for non-thermal food processing. Though its original purpose was to boost polymer surface energy for better adherence and printability, it has since become an effective technique for surface decontamination of food items and food packaging materials. These revolutionary innovative food processing methods enable the balance between the economic constraints and higher quality while ensuring food stability and minimal processing. For CAP to be considered as a viable alternative food processing technology, it must positively affect food quality. Food products may have their desired functional qualities by adjusting the conditions for cold plasma formation. Cold plasma is a non-thermal method that has little effects on the treated materials and is safe for the environment. In this review, we focus on recent cold plasma advances on various food matrices derived from plants and animals with the aim of highlighting potential applications, ongoing research, and market trends.

A comprehensive review of Gum metal's potential as a biomedical material

The demand for low elastic modulus and biocompatible load-bearing implants has experienced a significant surge in recent times. Gum metal, a noteworthy category of β-Ti alloys, has gained substantial recognition in the biomedical field. This is primarily attributed to its remarkable blend of characteristics, encompassing non-toxic and biocompatible elements, a low elastic modulus, superelasticity, and high strength. Achieving these properties involves precise electronic criteria within their composition and substantial deformation, often through cold swaging. Recent years have seen innovative processing methods and alloy compositions to meet these requirements, expanding Gum metal's properties and applications. This review offers a thorough look at Gum metal, covering its discovery and highlighting its unique properties, with a particular focus on its relevance in the biomedical field. It critically analyzes the various phases of Gum metal and delves deeply into its deformation mechanism, unveiling its exceptional shape recovery capability even after significant deformation. Theoretical alloy design strategies for Gum metal are addressed, providing a glimpse into the ongoing efforts to optimize its performance for biomedical applications. The impact of oxygen on the Gum metal's properties is explored. The review also scrutinizes biocompatibility and corrosion behavior studies conducted on Gum metal, emphasizing its appropriateness for biomedical implants. Finally, various fabrication and processing routes for Gum metal are reviewed, offering insights into the techniques employed to harness its potential for practical applications.

Использование комплексных органических удобрений при возделывании зерновых культур

In order to determine the effectiveness of the use of soils, laboratory studies were carried out in a mixture with various local agricultural ores, meliorants and waste from agricultural and industrial production, including microorganisms, macro- and microelements. The work was carried out as part of the implementation of a comprehensive project to create high-tech production, provided for by the Decree of the Government of the Russian Federation No. 218 dated April 9, 2010 on the topic "High-tech production of soils by innovative waste processing methods" (state contract identifier 000000S407521QL90002). In the introduction, the requirements for soils on the content of harmful substances are given. The research methodology contains objects, schemes of experiments, the place and conditions of their conduct. The results provide a detailed analysis of laboratory studies conducted with spring wheat and barley, with the reduction of biomorphometric indicators. The illustrations show the growth and development of the vegetative mass of plants. The conclusions reflect the results of the data obtained. The analysis of the average indicators of the two studied crops allowed us to identify 9 options for the subsequent selection of optimal components and ratios: Soil 75%+25 KOU%+defecate, Soil 75%+25 KOU%+phosphogypsum, Soil 75%+25 KOU%, Soil 50%+50 KOU%+phosphogypsum, Soil 50%+50 KOU %+zeolite, Soil 75%+25 KOU%+zeolite, Soil 75%+25 KOU%+ NPK, Soil 50%+50 KOU%+ NPK, Soil 50%+50 KOU%+defecate. Keywords: SOIL, COMPLEX ORGANIC FERTILIZER, BARLEY, WHEAT, MELIORANT, ZEOLITE, PHOSPHOGYPSUM, MYCORRHIZA, PLANT HEIGHT, PLANT MASS

Innovative Applications of Tenebrio molitor Larvae in Food Product Development: A Comprehensive Review.

The utilization of alternative and sustainable food sources has garnered significant interest as a means to address the challenges of food security and environmental sustainability. Tenebrio molitor larvae, commonly known as mealworms, have emerged as a promising candidate in this context, as they are a rich source of nutrients and can be reared with relatively low resource input. This review article presents an in-depth analysis of the diverse range of food products developed using T. molitor larvae and the distinctive properties they bestow on these products. The review encompasses an exploration of the nutritional composition of the larvae, emphasizing their rich protein content, balanced amino acid profile, fatty acids with health benefits, vitamins, and minerals. It delves into how these attributes have been harnessed to enhance the nutritional value of a variety of food items, ranging from protein-rich snacks and energy bars to pasta, bakery goods, etc. Each of these applications is discussed with regard to how T. molitor larvae contribute to the nutritional content and sensory characteristics of the final product. Furthermore, this review sheds light on the innovative techniques and processing methods employed to incorporate T. molitor larvae into different food matrices. It addresses challenges related to taste, texture, and appearance that have been encountered and the strategies devised to overcome related problems. Overall, this comprehensive review elucidates the diverse food products that have been developed utilizing T. molitor larvae as a key ingredient. Highlighting the nutritional, sensory, and sustainability aspects of these products, this review offers valuable insights to harness the potential of this alternative protein source to meet the evolving needs of modern food systems.

Anticounterfeiting tags based on randomly oriented MoSx clusters enabled by capillary and Marangoni flow

Recent advances in anticounterfeiting technology highlight the importance of functional materials with innovative processing methods for achieving robust anticounterfeiting tags. Here, we report a fabrication approach that enables the formation of randomly oriented MoSx or MoOx clusters of unpredictable shapes for use as anticounterfeiting tags. We exploit the combined effects of capillary and Marangoni flows to drive solute in a pre-deposited wet film that produces random clusters, creating tags. The reading of these tags is achieved using high-speed confocal laser microscopy, which allows for the extraction of complex topographies in seconds. The digitization of the tags involves converting height profiles into grayscale images, followed by the application of mathematical tools and the von Neumann debiasing technique. The extracted keys are subjected to the NIST statistical test, which consists of six tests to confirm the randomness of the generated keys. The recent advancements in anticounterfeiting technology highlight the importance of functional materials with innovative processing methods to achieve robust anticounterfeiting tags.

A review of gluten and sorghum as a gluten free substitute

The review explores the role of gluten in food products, its associated health issues, and the growing market for gluten-free alternatives. Gluten, a protein in wheat, barley, and rye, is widely used in the food industry for its binding and stabilizing properties. Increasing gluten intolerance, especially in those with celiac disease, has boosted demand for gluten-free options like sorghum. Sorghum, a gluten-free grain, offers high protein and fiber content but also contains antinutritional factors like tannins, phytates, and protease inhibitors. Various processing techniques, such as dehulling, soaking, fermentation, and heating, have been developed to address these factors. Future trends in sorghum are expected to focus on innovative processing methods to enhance its nutritional value. This review also provides a detailed examination of gluten, its functions in foods, health concerns, gluten-free products, sorghum-based foods, antinutritional properties, processing technologies, and future opportunities.

Next-Generation Plant-Based Foods: Challenges and Opportunities.

Owing to environmental, ethical, health, and safety concerns, there has been considerable interest in replacing traditional animal-sourced foods like meat, seafood, egg, and dairy products with next-generation plant-based analogs that accurately mimic their properties. Numerous plant-based foods have already been successfully introduced to the market, but there are still several challenges that must be overcome before they are adopted by more consumers. In this article, we review the current status of the science behind the development of next-generation plant-based foods and highlight areas where further research is needed to improve their quality, increase their variety, and reduce their cost, including improving ingredient performance, developing innovative processing methods, establishing structure-function relationships, and improving nutritional profiles.

Challenges in human centric intelligent systems for wireless sensor networks: A state of art

AbstractHuman centric computing is a technique that is gaining more attention nowadays and integrates innovative processing methods for analyzing extensive data collection. Human centric intelligent systems focus on handling the interactions between customers, companies, communities and systems of computing to represent social and institutional concepts effectively. However, this interaction between the companies and customers will lead to various privacy challenges in human centric intelligent systems. This paper briefly studies cyber‐physical systems and various privacy challenges in human centric intelligent systems. In parallel, this article enunciates the human‐centric pipe water monitoring system framework in detail. It also discusses the smart body area network (SBAN) as a typical example of space cooperation. SBAN employs low‐power wireless devices in a compact form that can be incorporated inside the human body for health monitoring. This study examines the challenges of privacy, propagation, and trust assessment that human‐centric systems face.

The potential of growol as healthy traditional food: a mini review

This study aimed to describe the benefits of growol as a healthy traditional food is made from fermented cassava. Cassava is a popular and abundant nutritional food in Indonesia, and it can be used as a healthy alternative to rice due to its high carbohydrate content. Cassava is also used in the production of growol, healthy traditional food prepared through a fermentation process. Stripping, cutting, soaking (fermentation), pressing, grinding, steaming and moulding are all steps in the process of making growol. Besengek tempeh, pentho and kethak are commonly served as side dishes. In the fermentation process, lactic acid bacteria (LAB) is used, which is good for digestion and may prevent diarrhoea. Growol is useful for patients with diabetes and dyslipidemia since it contains a lot of minerals, fibre, and carbohydrates, and has a low glycemic index. In addition to its health benefits, growol is quite inexpensive, making it affordable to the general public. Growol's popularity, on the other hand, is declining, owing to young people's dislike of its sour and bland flavour. In fact, further innovations are required to increase its popularity through an efficient processing method. Growol flour, bakpia growol, and sweet growol are examples of innovative processing methods for this traditional food. This study aimed to describe the benefits of growol as a healthy traditional food.

Strategies to enhance hydrogen storage performances in bulk Mg-based hydrides

Bulk Mg-based hydrogen storage materials have the potential to provide a low-cost solution to diversify energy storage and transportation. Compared to nano powders which require handling and processing under hydrogen or an inert gas atmosphere, bulk Mg-based alloys are safer and are more oxidation resistant. Conventional methods and existing infrastructures can be used to process and handle these materials. However, bulk Mg alloys have smaller specific surface areas, resulting in slower hydrogen sorption kinetics, higher equilibrium temperatures, and enthalpies of hydride formation. This work reviews the effects of the additions of a list of alloying elements and the use of innovative processing methods, e.g., rapid solidification and severe plastic deformation processes, to overcome these drawbacks. The challenges, advantages, and weaknesses of each method and future perspectives for the development of Mg-based hydrogen storage materials are discussed.

Формування компонентів маркетингової інформаційної системи для сільськогосподарської продукції за допомогою методів Big Data

Big data is a source of innovation. Big data helps companies in various fields move towards digital transformation. The purpose of the article is to reveal the possibilities of using big data methods in marketing agricultural products to increase production efficiency, support the agricultural economy, and develop information marketing systems. The research identifies the possibilities of creating intelligent marketing systems based on big data; evaluates the technological challenges associated with collecting, storing and analysing large volumes of data in real-time; studies the localisation of data and the possibilities of their use to support the agricultural sector in the regions. Intelligent marketing creates both great opportunities and challenges for data analysis. Significant challenges include extensive samples and high dimensionality of the data, missing data and noise, and low data reliability. In addition, with the complex internal structure of the information system, the analysis of collected data becomes more time-consuming, requiring innovative data processing methods. At the same time, thanks to the intelligent marketing data processing centre, it is possible to control the regional circulation of agricultural products, their quality and safety, and prices, and react to sudden changes in the market in real-time. The article presents the idea of a big data centre for intelligent marketing of agricultural products. The components of the block of service provision using big data methods were described. The study results indicate that for the further development of the marketing of agricultural products using big data methods, it is crucial to develop the components of the marketing information system, ensure the accuracy and timeliness of marketing information, integrate data from various sources, and also support constant analysis and correction of strategies based on the collected data.

Regional network of seismological observations on the territory of Dagestan: state and development prospects

The territory of Dagestan is one of the seismically active regions of the European part of Russia. Both in the historical past and in recent years, strong and destructive earthquakes have occurred in this region. For example, the area of the Sulak cascade of hydroelectric power stations is one of the most dangerous in Dagestan, both in seismic and environmental terms. Over the past 53 years, there have been 4 strong earthquakes with devastating consequences (1970, 1974, 1975, 1999 years). The most powerful of them was the earthquake of May 14, 1970 with М=6.6. The epicenter of the main shock was at a distance of 15–20 km from the Chirkey hydroelectric power station dam, which was then under construction. This implies the relevance of a detailed study of the seismic regime features in Dagestan and adjacent areas. The article discusses the unified integrated system of seismological observations functioning in the Dagestan Branch of the GS RAS (DB) and provides information about the equipment for these observations. Some priority results obtained using innovative data processing methods developed in the DB are described. The results obtained according to the catalog of the Eastern Caucasus are compared with the results for other regions of the world with denser networks of seismic stations. On this basis, arguments are presented in favor of the need for a significant condensing of the region seismic network. To increase the information content of geophysical observations, the implementation and use of our patented hardware developments, including a gravity gradiometer and a variometer, an inclinometer, a hydraulic level, an extensometer, etc., are proposed. In particular, the expediency of implementing a broadband resonant seismoacoustic receiver developed in the DB is shown. It is proposed to supplement seismic stations with such receivers to increase their information content.

Innovative Individual Vehicle Record Traffic Data Quality Analysis Methods

Most traffic data collection sites have individual vehicle record (IVR) data of each vehicle passing the sensor area but have traditionally only stored binned and summary data because of previous hardware data storage limitations. Most recently, agencies and traffic equipment vendors are trending more toward IVR data-capable sites. Detailed IVR traffic data (including weigh-in-motion) are being collected, processed, and provided as an output product to agencies. Agencies process and store this very detailed IVR data from both portable and/or permanent traffic counting locations and could benefit from enhanced tools and methods that best leverage this rich information. This research paper details an extensive IVR literature review and 10 unique IVR innovative quality control and processing methods that would not be possible with traditional binned or summary speed, classification, and/or weight data. By employing these innovative methods, agencies are now better able to troubleshoot and check their data. These methods also offer improved monitoring of IVR sites to better assist the field staff who perform site visits, troubleshoot sensors, and fix equipment issues. The more detailed IVR data are best suited to meeting several customer needs and provide the same data streams that already exist from binned data sources. IVR data also provide additional value to every data collection site through more detailed traffic data that better explain travel characteristics.

Impact of High-Pressure Processing (HPP) on Selected Quality and Nutritional Parameters of Cauliflower (Brassica oleracea var. Botrytis)

In recent years, innovative food processing methods, such as high-pressure processing (HPP) treatment, have been shown to improve food quality. The purpose of this work was to determine the effects of high-pressure processing (HPP; 400 and 600 MPa for 2 or 5 min, 20 °C) of cauliflower. Microbial shelf-life (total aerobic count and spores), texture, color, drip loss, dry matter, antioxidative capacity, total phenolic content, and ascorbic acid were analyzed before and after processing, as well as during storage (4 °C) for up to 42 days. Among the different treatments, HPP at 600 MPa exhibited low microbial counts between days 14 and 28 of storage, while at 400 MPa already had high bacterial counts between days 7 and 14. HPP at both 400 and 600 MPa was the best method to maintain the color during storage. The texture of the cauliflower did not differ from the control during storage for HPP. For all samples, the dry matter content remained stable during storage, with few differences between treatments. The nutritional quality of high-pressure-processed cauliflower at 600 MPa for 2 min remained high until day 28. The overall results of this study demonstrate that HPP has the potential to preserve the quality of cauliflower.

Effects of Innovative Processing Methods on Microalgae Cell Wall: Prospects towards Digestibility of Protein-Rich Biomass

Microalgae are known to have higher photosynthetic efficiencies when compared to land-based plants. The use of microalgae biomass as a protein source is attracting attention due to its interesting protein composition and sustainable character when compared to conventional animal and plant protein-based sources. Nonetheless, the existence of a rigid cell wall is typical for most microalgae species, and this presents a serious obstacle to a higher bioaccessibility of their valuable protein fractions. Depending on the cell wall composition, the gastrointestinal digestion process itself can result in different pathways of protein absorption. It is then important to understand how microalgae cell wall structure can be affected during traditional and industrial production of its biomass once these questions are often overlooked. This review intends to fulfill this gap by addressing the major impacts of innovative sustainable processing of microalgae biomass, giving particular attention to drying operations and cellular disruption methods based on electric field application—such as pulsed electric fields (PEF) and moderate electric fields (MEF). Using microalgae biomass as food supplements at its full potential depends on its protein digestibility patterns, and subsequently their bioaccessibility and bioavailability. The importance of using in vitro gastrointestinal systems to understand the impact of innovative downstream processing of microalgae biomass will be addressed.