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<p>CSV import</p> <p><b>New page</b></p><div>[[File:Factory_Automation_Robotics_Palettizing_Bread.jpg|Factory Automation Robotics Palettizing Bread|thumb]] &#039;&#039;&#039;Food engineering&#039;&#039;&#039; is a multidisciplinary field of applied physical sciences which combines science, microbiology, and engineering education for food and related industries. Food engineering includes, but is not limited to, the application of agricultural engineering, mechanical engineering, and chemical engineering principles to food materials.<br /> <br /> == History ==<br /> The origins of food engineering can be traced back to the early 20th century when the need for mass production and preservation of food became critical. The development of [[canning]], [[pasteurization]], and [[refrigeration]] technologies were significant milestones in the field.<br /> <br /> == Principles ==<br /> Food engineering involves the application of various engineering principles to the processing, production, packaging, and distribution of food. Key principles include:<br /> <br /> * [[Thermodynamics]]: Understanding heat transfer and energy balance in food processing.<br /> * [[Fluid dynamics]]: Studying the flow behavior of liquids and gases in food systems.<br /> * [[Mass transfer]]: Analyzing the movement of components within food products.<br /> * [[Kinetics]]: Investigating the rates of chemical reactions and microbial growth in food.<br /> <br /> == Applications ==<br /> Food engineering has numerous applications in the food industry, including:<br /> <br /> * [[Food processing]]: Techniques such as [[drying]], [[freezing]], and [[fermentation]].<br /> * [[Food packaging]]: Development of materials and methods to preserve food quality and extend shelf life.<br /> * [[Food safety]]: Ensuring that food products are free from harmful contaminants.<br /> * [[Food quality control]]: Monitoring and maintaining the desired attributes of food products.<br /> <br /> == Education and Careers ==<br /> A career in food engineering typically requires a degree in [[food science]], [[chemical engineering]], or a related field. Professionals in this field work in various sectors, including [[food manufacturing]], [[research and development]], and [[quality assurance]].<br /> <br /> == Related Fields ==<br /> Food engineering is closely related to several other disciplines, including:<br /> <br /> * [[Biotechnology]]<br /> * [[Nutrition]]<br /> * [[Agricultural engineering]]<br /> * [[Chemical engineering]]<br /> <br /> == See Also ==<br /> * [[Food science]]<br /> * [[Food technology]]<br /> * [[Food microbiology]]<br /> * [[Food chemistry]]<br /> <br /> == References ==<br /> {{Reflist}}<br /> <br /> == External Links ==<br /> {{Commons category|Food engineering}}<br /> <br /> [[Category:Food science]]<br /> [[Category:Engineering disciplines]]<br /> [[Category:Food technology]]<br /> [[Category:Food industry]]<br /> [[Category:Chemical engineering]]<br /> <br /> {{Engineering-stub}}</div>

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