Anyikwa Sylvester Obum

Modelling and Optimization of Oil Production from Breadfruits (Ukwa) Using Response Surface Methodology Approach

Anyikwa Sylvester Obum, Chimdindu Jessica Austine, Nwode Elisha, Maureen Udoye & Amadi Ndidiamaka Martina · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2026

This study investigated the optimisation of oil extraction from Treculia africana (breadfruit) seeds using response surface methodology (RSM). The effects of three process variables—extraction temperature (°C), extraction time (h), and seed mass dosage (g)—on oil yield were evalu...