Mechanical oil extraction of Nicotiana tabacum L. seeds: analysis of main extraction parameters on oil yield

The aim of this study is to find the best conditions of tobacco seed oil (TSO) press extraction, combining multiple extraction factors such as screw rotational speed, seeds preheating and extraction temperature, in order to have a higher oil yield. The extracted oil, having peculiar chemical propert...

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Main Authors: Salvatore Faugno, Luisa del Piano, Mariano Crimaldi, Gennaro Ricciardiello, Maura Sannino
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: PAGEPress Publications 2016-09-01
Series:Journal of Agricultural Engineering
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Online Access:http://www.agroengineering.org/index.php/jae/article/view/539