Drying Rate Calculator

Formula

The formula to calculate the Drying Rate (Rc) is:

\[ Rc = \frac{Xi - Xf}{tc} \]

Where:

\(Rc\) is the drying rate (%/s)
\(Xi\) is the initial moisture content (%)
\(Xf\) is the final moisture content (%)
\(tc\) is the total time elapsed (s)

What is a Drying Rate?

A drying rate is the rate at which a substance loses its moisture content. It’s typically measured as a percentage of moisture per unit time. This metric is crucial in various industrial processes, including drying of food, wood, and other materials, where controlled removal of moisture is essential for quality and stability.

Example Calculation

Let's assume the following values:

Initial Moisture Content (Xi) = 50%
Final Moisture Content (Xf) = 10%
Total Time Elapsed (tc) = 200 seconds

Using the formula to calculate the Drying Rate (Rc):

\[ Rc = \frac{Xi - Xf}{tc} = \frac{50 - 10}{200} = \frac{40}{200} = 0.2 \text{ %/s} \]

The Drying Rate (Rc) is 0.2 %/s.