High-tech approach uses lights, action and camera to scrutinize fresh produce
Tuesday, May 10, 2011 - 12:30
in Mathematics & Economics
High-tech tactics to carefully examine apples and other fresh produce items as they travel along packinghouse conveyor belts will help ensure the quality and safety of these good-for-you foods. Scientists have now developed an experimental, cutting-edge optical scanning system that would use two different kinds of lighting, a sophisticated camera and other pieces of equipment to scrutinize produce-section favorites while they are still at the packinghouse.