IMPROVING THE CLEANING EFFICIENCY OF TECHNOLOGICAL PROCESSES FOR REMOVING FINE IMPURITIES FROM COTTON

Abstract

The efficiency of technological processes used for cleaning cotton from fine impurities plays a crucial role in determining fiber quality and the overall performance of cotton ginning operations. Fine impurities such as dust, small leaf fragments, and soil particles are difficult to remove due to their strong adhesion to cotton fibers. This paper investigates technological approaches to improving the cleaning efficiency of cotton processing systems. The study focuses on optimizing process parameters, enhancing mechanical and aerodynamic separation methods, and improving the interaction between cotton and cleaning equipment. The results indicate that the proposed technological improvements significantly increase cleaning efficiency while maintaining key fiber quality characteristics.