A Comprehensive Review on Banana Peeling Technologies
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A Comprehensive Review on Banana Peeling Technologies
Dr. A. Lovelin Jerald
Department of Food Processing and Preservation
Technology.
Avinashilingam Institute for Home Science and Higher Education for Women.
Coimbatore,Tamil Nadu lovelin_fppt@avinuty.ac.in
Nagalakshmi S
Department of Food
Processing and Preservation
Technology.
Avinashilingam Institute for Home Science and Higher Education for Women.
Coimbatore,Tamil Nadu 22uef015@avinuty.ac.in
Santhiya N
Department of Food
Processing and Preservation Technology.
Avinashilingam Institute for Home Science and Higher Education for Women.
Coimbatore,Tamil Nadu 22uef023@avinuty.ac.in
Abstract—Banana peeling is an important step after harvest in banana processing industries. It directly affects productivity, hygiene, and product quality. Guo et al. (2020) reported that poor mechanization in banana post-harvest operations leads to significant processing losses and a reliance on labor. Traditional manual peeling methods are common, but they require a lot of labor and often result in uneven peel removal, pulp damage, and contamination risks. Kumar et al. (2018) and Patel et al. (2018) highlighted these issues. Recent research has turned to mechanized and automated banana peeling systems to boost efficiency and meet food safety standards. Edeh et al. (2025) pointed out that automation in banana peeling increases throughput and lowers human involvement in processing lines.
This review looks closely at current banana peeling technologies, such as mechanical, compression-assisted, and pneumatic-based systems. It gives special attention to horizontally oriented banana peelers. Defraeye et al. (2020) and Rahman and Islam (2019) identified pneumatic actuation as a promising method because it applies controlled force and is suitable for hygienic food processing environments. The literature reviewed suggests that a horizontal pneumatic banana peeler fits well with this project and can be a practical and affordable option for small- and medium-sized banana processing units. The review brings together recent developments, identifies common challenges, and suggests future steps for banana peeling mechanization.
Keywords—Banana peeling, Pneumatic peeling systems, Banana processing machinery, Post harvest mechanization, Food processing automation
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