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Methods and systems for manufacturing modified asphalts

US8377285B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMar 14, 2011
Grant dateFeb 19, 2013
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Expiry dateMar 14, 2031

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB01F27/27
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Methods and systems for efficiently manufacturing modified asphalt materials include agitating a base asphalt at a high shear rate using an in-line mixer while simultaneously exposing the asphalt to oxygen by blowing an oxygen-containing gas at a high gas flow rate through openings in the in-line mixer and heating the asphalt at an elevated temperature.

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