The researcher aims to develop bagasse mixed with molasses as a smoking material for meat, enhancing its unique aroma and flavor. This innovation caters to the food industry and consumer demand while adding value to sugar mill byproducts, reducing waste, and promoting efficient resource utilization.
กากชานอ้อยเป็นผลพลอยได้จากกระบวนการผลิตน้ำตาลของโรงงานน้ำตาลทราย โดยปกติมักเป็นวัสดุเหลือทิ้ง ผู้วิจัยเล็งเห็นโอกาสในการเพิ่มมูลค่าด้วยการนำมาใช้เป็นวัสดุรมควันเนื้อสัตว์ ซึ่งเป็นที่นิยมในอุตสาหกรรมอาหาร เนื่องจากช่วยเพิ่มกลิ่นและรสชาติให้ผลิตภัณฑ์ อย่างไรก็ตาม กากชานอ้อยจากโรงงานมีความหวานและกลิ่นหอมน้อย ผู้วิจัยจึงเสนอแนวทางการเติมโมลาส ซึ่งเป็นของเหลวข้นจากการเคี่ยวน้ำอ้อย เพื่อเพิ่มคุณภาพของวัสดุรมควัน ทั้งนี้ยังไม่มีรายงานการศึกษาการใช้โมลาสร่วมกับกากชานอ้อยในลักษณะนี้มาก่อน การพัฒนาวัสดุรมควันจากกากชานอ้อยผสมโมลาสจึงช่วยตอบโจทย์ตลาดอาหารรมควัน เพิ่มมูลค่าของวัสดุเหลือใช้ และลดของเสียในอุตสาหกรรมการผลิตน้ำตาล
คณะอุตสาหกรรมอาหาร
Plant-based refers to food or products that are primarily made from plants. It can be divided into two categories: one is food that comes entirely from plants and does not include any animal products, and the other is food that contains small amounts of animal products, such as products that contain milk and eggs in limited quantities, which may also be considered part of the definition of plant-based. Plant-based meat products that closely resemble real meat and attract consumers are considered a relatively new innovation. Although tofu, tempeh, and seitan have been around for a long time, recent discoveries have led to the production of plant-based meat products that provide a sensory experience, making it difficult for consumers to distinguish between real meat and plant-based meat. Furthermore, the development of plant-based food products must prioritize quality and safety to maximize consumer benefits. Textured Vegetable Protein (TVP) is a plant-based protein made from soybeans using an extruder. It is used as a primary ingredient in the production of plant-based food products due to several advantages. These include: • High Protein Content: TVP is made from soybeans with the fat extracted, resulting in a high protein content. • Texture: When rehydrated, TVP has a texture that closely resembles meat. • Versatility: TVP has a neutral flavor, allowing it to easily absorb the flavors of various seasonings and sauces. • Cost-Effectiveness: Compared to other protein sources, TVP is relatively inexpensive while providing desirable characteristics. These benefits make TVP an attractive option in the production of plant-based foods. This study focuses on developing TVP into a plant-based crab cake and investigating the shelf life of the product in a tightly sealed container under refrigeration. It also analyzes the hygiene and cleanliness of the production process and how these factors affect the presence or growth of microorganisms that may pose a risk to consumers, referencing the cold food safety standards of Thailand. Finally, recommendations for cleaning operational areas will be provided to establishments as a guideline for developing preliminary food safety procedures in laboratory settings.
คณะวิศวกรรมศาสตร์
This study focuses on the use of ceramic tile powder as a cement replacement material in concrete at an appropriate ratio. The objective is to investigate the properties of replacing cement with tile powder and to determine the optimal mixing ratio of tile powder in cement mortar that can yield properties equivalent to or superior to conventional cement mortar. The experiment involved preparing cement mortar samples by replacing cement with two types of ceramic tile powder waste from tile manufacturing plants: waste tile powder and rectified tile powder. The mixing process was divided into two parts: Part 1 used a cement and tile powder ratio, while Part 2 used the results of the strength analysis from Part 1 to adjust the ratio accordingly. Various properties were tested, including specific gravity, normal consistency, setting time, tensile strength, and compressive strength. The results of the study revealed that replacing of cement with rectified tile powder provided the highest tensile and compressive strength, comparable to that of conventional cement mortar. Therefore, the use of ceramic tile powder as a replacement can enhance compressive strength while reducing cement usage, which has positive environmental implications by decreasing greenhouse gas emissions from cement production. Furthermore, this approach promotes the effective use of waste materials from the ceramic industry, contributing to the sustainability of the construction industry.
คณะบริหารธุรกิจ
This research aimed to develop the mixed tea from longan peels and seeds. Population studied were longan farmers who planted longan and preserved the longan product in Ampur Wang Nam Yen, Sa Kaeo Province. From the results, it was found that from By-product in the production of dehydrated longan, longan peels and seeds, which can be processed into ready-to-drink powdered tea. This not only helps reduce waste from the production process but also contributes to generating additional income from these by-products.