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Ground tire rubber density modification using elastomeric polymers

US11702544B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 27, 2021
Grant dateJul 18, 2023
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Expiry dateDec 27, 2041

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC08L2555/84
  • WIPO fieldMacromolecular chemistry, polymers
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The present invention relates to an asphalt product that comprises an asphalt component and a plurality of pellets comprising a mixture of a ground tire rubber and an elastomeric polymer, where the density difference between the asphalt component and the plurality of pellets is less than 10%. The present invention further relates to a pellet comprising a ground tire rubber (“GTR”) and an elastomeric polymer mixed with the GTR, where the GTR has a density of less than 1.12 g/cm3. Also disclosed are methods of producing improved asphalt and paving a surface.

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