SARTHI System

Oct. 18, 2024

Recently, the National Institute of Food Technology Entrepreneurship and Management, Kundli (NIFTEM-K) has introduced Solar Assisted Reefer Transportation with Hybrid Controls and Intelligence (SARTHI) system.

About SARTHI System:

  • It is an innovative solution to reduce post-harvest losses in perishable food transportation
  • Features
    • It features dual compartments designed to store fruits and vegetables at different temperatures, addressing their unique storage needs.
    • It is an integration of IoT and real-time monitoring.
    • The data acquired from the sensors is integrated with IoT (Internet of Things) and sent to the cloud which can be downloaded using a mobile app for getting a real time information about the quality parameters and physiological changes occurring during transportation of fresh fruits and vegetables. 
    • Its sensors measure temperature, humidity, ethylene, and CO2 levels, sending data to a mobile app for quality assessment.
    • The system also includes a solar-powered air handling unit that ensures temperature control during halts. 
  • Significance:
    • This design helps extend shelf lifeand reduces losses due to chilling injury or moisture loss.
    • This technology allows transporters to make informed decisions, potentially rerouting produce to closer markets if spoilage is detected, cutting energy waste and reducing carbon footprints.