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Last updated January 31, 2026

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Viscous material thermal impeller: NestleRecent Research Landscape

Non-uniform heat transfer in high-viscosity food processing leads to inconsistent product texture and equipment fouling. These innovations utilize specialized roller and extruder geometries to maintain precise thermal gradients during material transport.

What technical problems is Nestle addressing in Viscous material thermal impeller?

Protein texture degradation

(18)evidences

Conventional processing fails to replicate the complex anisotropic fiber alignment found in natural muscle tissue. Achieving realistic structural mimicry is essential for consumer acceptance of plant-based proteins.

Inadequate fibrous food texture

(10)evidences

Standard plant-based formulations lack the fibrous structural complexity and mouthfeel of animal proteins. Replicating these specific organoleptic properties is necessary for consumer acceptance of meat and egg substitutes.