Research Article

Application of Full Factorial Design in Optimization of Solvent-Free Microwave Extraction of Ginger Essential Oil

Table 4

Setting goal for each factor and response for formulation of optimization and selected optimized optimum conditions.

Factors/responseGoal Selected optimum conditions
Coded Actual

Extraction time (min.)In range130 min
Microwave power (w)In range1640 watts
Sample typeIn range1Crushed sample
Oil yield Maximum0.45%0.45%