Simultaneous optimization of heat transfer and reciprocation intensity for thermal processing of liquid particulate mixtures undergoing reciprocating agitation

Reciprocating agitation of containers is receiving interest from thermal processing industry for enhancing product quality. The aim of this study was to optimize the use of reciprocating agitation thermal processing for processing particulate liquid foods. This study attempts to predict optimal conditions of processing conditions and product compositions for reciprocating agitation thermal processing. Multi-variable optimization based on data from multiple experimental designs is conducted in this study, which will be directly relevant to be used by industry seeking to employ reciprocating agitation thermal processing.