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Comparative Study of In Vitro Glycemic Index, Chemical Composition, and Organoleptic Properties of Palm Sugar (Arenga pinnata Merr.) Products Syukri, Daimon; Putra, Arif Rizkika; Firdaus, Firdaus; Rini, Rini; Nazir, Novizar; Anggraini, Tuty; Makky, Muhammad; Cherie, Dinah
AJARCDE (Asian Journal of Applied Research for Community Development and Empowerment) Vol. 9 No. 3 (2025)
Publisher : Asia Pacific Network for Sustainable Agriculture, Food and Energy (SAFE-Network)

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.29165/ajarcde.v9i3.865

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Palm sugar (Arenga pinnata Merr.) is a natural sweetener with the potential to be developed as an alternative to white sugar due to its distinctive sensory characteristics and its reported lower glycemic index. However, quantitative data on the glycemic index of various forms of palm sugar products remain limited. This study aims to analyze the in vitro glycemic index of various palm sugar products, namely liquid sugar, molded sugar, and granulated palm sugar, and to compare them with white sugar as a reference. Additionally, the study also evaluates the chemical characteristics (moisture content and ash content) and organoleptic properties of each product. The glycemic index determination was performed using an in vitro method based on enzymatic digestion simulation and the calculation of the area under the curve (AUC) of glucose release, with glucose serving as the reference food. The results of the study indicate that all palm sugar products have a low glycemic index, namely 39 for liquid sugar, 37 for molded sugar, and 35 for granulated palm sugar, while white sugar has a moderate glycemic index of 60. The differences in glycemic index values are related to variations in sugar composition, mineral content, and the physical characteristics of each product. Organoleptic testing showed that palm sugar, particularly granulated palm sugar, received good acceptance for its color, aroma, taste, and texture. Overall, the results of this study demonstrate that palm sugar has the potential to serve as a low-glycemic index alternative sweetener, supporting the development of downstream palm sugar products and the diversification of healthier food options.
Mini Cutting Force Sensor: A Novel Approach for Predicting Cutting Forces of Agricultural Products Irriwad Putri; Ardi Turnando; Mei Mardhiani Lubis; Muhammad Makky; Renny Eka Putri; Santosa Santosa
Jurnal Teknik Pertanian Lampung (Journal of Agricultural Engineering) Vol. 14 No. 2 (2025): April 2025
Publisher : The University of Lampung

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.23960/jtep-l.v14i2.645-656

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Innovation in agricultural mechanization is crucial for the sustainable development of agricultural machinery in Indonesia. This study aims to design and develop a cutting force measurement device for agricultural products. The device consists of a mechanical system utilizing a linear actuator (5.88 mm/s) as a blade pusher and a control system employing a load cell as a force sensor. Testing was conducted using three blade types with cutting angles of 10°, 15°, and 20° on taro, chayote, and papaya. Measurement data were displayed as graphs on an LCD and stored as XLS files on an SD card. The tested materials had moisture content ranging from 85% to 95%. Results showed that taro required the highest cutting force (74.3 N), followed by chayote (39.77 N) and papaya (31.1 N), corresponding to their hardness and moisture content. In contrast, the highest cutting speed was observed in chayote (6.1 mm/s), followed by papaya (5.8 mm/s) and taro (3.5 mm/s) using a 20° blade. These findings confirm that harder materials with lower moisture content require greater cutting force than softer materials with higher moisture content. Keywords: Controller, Cutting force, Load cell, Mechanization, Small-scale.