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Intensifying the killing and drying process for silk cocoons with the aid of solar energy

Journal Article · · Appl. Solar Energy (USSR) (Engl. Transl.); (United States)
OSTI ID:5815007
An experimental solar drying unit for cocoons of the mulberry silkworm is described. Its operation in the village of Oktyabr'sk, Chardzhouskii District, Turkmen USSR yielded positive results, with better raw-material quality that with chemical killing. It was possible to save energy and shorten the drying process.
Research Organization:
Physioco-Technical Inst., Ashkhabad, USSR
OSTI ID:
5815007
Journal Information:
Appl. Solar Energy (USSR) (Engl. Transl.); (United States), Journal Name: Appl. Solar Energy (USSR) (Engl. Transl.); (United States) Vol. 13:4; ISSN ASOEA
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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