Can AI improve plant-based meats? Using mechanical testing and machine learning to mimic the sensory experience

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Nov 15, 2024, 1:21 pm255 ptsTop
Cutting back on animal protein in our diets can save on resources and greenhouse gas emissions. But convincing meat-loving consumers to switch up their menu is a challenge. Looking at this problem from a mechanical engineering angle, Stanford engineers are pioneering a new approach to food texture testing that…

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