Optimisation of Sorghum Pelletisation Using a Vertical Roller-Type Pelletiser: A Sustainable Approach To Agricultural Waste-To-Energy Conversion
By: Aditya Wibawa, Ana Nurhasanah, Irfan Ansori, Guino Verma, Teguh Wikan Widodo, Moeso Andrianto, Ni P.D. Nitamiwati, Ibrahim Ahmad Ibadurrohman, Ashri Indriati, Suparlan, Maria Tj Budiastuti, Muhammad Hidayat, Arif Samudiantono, Ahmad Asari, Hendrato, Jean Mario Valentino, Barep Luhur Widodo, Yohanes Pringeten Dilianto Sembiring Depari and Astu Unadi
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Published on: May 15, 2026
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