Rapid analysis of hay attributes using NIRS. Final report, Task II alfalfa supply system
This final report provides technical information on the development of a near infrared reflectance spectroscopy (NIRS) system for the analysis of alfalfa hay. The purpose of the system is to provide consistent quality for processing alfalfa stems for fuel and alfalfa leaf meal products for livestock feed. Project tasks were to: (1) develop an NIRS driven analytical system for analysis of alfalfa hay and processed alfalfa products; (2) assist in hiring a qualified NIRS technician and recommend changes in testing equipment necessary to provide accurate analysis; (3) calibrate the NIRS instrument for accurate analyses; and (4) develop prototype equipment and sampling procedures as a first step towards development of a totally automated sampling system that would rapidly sample and record incoming feedstock and outbound product. An accurate hay testing program was developed, along with calibration equations for analyzing alfalfa hay and sun-cured alfalfa pellets. A preliminary leaf steam calibration protocol was also developed. 7 refs., 11 figs., 10 tabs.
- Research Organization:
- Minnesota Valley Alfalfa Producers, Granite Falls, MN (United States)
- Sponsoring Organization:
- USDOE Assistant Secretary for Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, Washington, DC (United States)
- DOE Contract Number:
- FC36-96GO10147
- OSTI ID:
- 621876
- Report Number(s):
- DOE/GO/10147-4A-Pt.5; ON: DE98005859; TRN: 98:002306
- Resource Relation:
- Other Information: PBD: 24 Oct 1997
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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