Agricultural Engineering (AEN)
Section Information
Agricultural Engineering focuses on the application of engineering principles to agricultural production, food processing, and natural resource management. The field integrates mechanical, civil, electrical, and environmental engineering to improve efficiency, productivity, sustainability, and safety in agricultural systems.
Modern research includes farm mechanization, precision agriculture, irrigation and drainage systems, renewable energy in agriculture, post-harvest technology, and smart farming systems. Advances in automation, sensors, robotics, data analytics, and climate-resilient infrastructure are reshaping agricultural engineering practices worldwide.
This section publishes experimental studies, system designs, modeling and simulation research, field evaluations, technological innovations, and review articles related to agricultural machinery, infrastructure, energy systems, and sustainable engineering solutions for agriculture.
Scope
Farm Machinery and Mechanization
- Design and optimization of agricultural machinery
- Tractors, harvesters, and planting equipment
- Mechanized cultivation and harvesting systems
- Automation in farm operations
Irrigation and Water Resource Engineering
- Irrigation system design and performance evaluation
- Drainage systems and water conservation techniques
- Precision irrigation and smart water management
- Hydraulic structures for agricultural applications
Soil and Environmental Engineering
- Soil conservation and erosion control
- Land development and watershed management
- Agricultural waste management and recycling
- Environmental impact assessment of farming systems
Post-Harvest and Food Process Engineering
- Drying, storage, and preservation technologies
- Grain handling and processing systems
- Cold chain and controlled atmosphere storage
- Quality control and packaging technologies
Renewable Energy and Power Systems in Agriculture
- Bioenergy and biomass conversion systems
- Solar and wind energy applications in farms
- Energy efficiency in agricultural operations
- Hybrid and off-grid power solutions
Precision Agriculture and Smart Systems
- Sensors, IoT, and remote sensing applications
- GPS and GIS in agricultural management
- Data-driven farm management systems
- Robotics and unmanned systems in agriculture
Structures and Controlled Environment Agriculture
- Design of greenhouses and protected cultivation systems
- Livestock housing and farm structures
- Climate control and ventilation systems
- Structural analysis and durability of agricultural buildings
Editorial Board
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Papers Published
Click here to see a list of 12 papers published in this section.