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Apparatus and method for a dryer

US9835374B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJun 14, 2016
Grant dateDec 5, 2017
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Expiry dateJun 14, 2036

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02P70/10
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A dryer adapted for use in an asphalt plant. The dryer comprises a drum having an inner wall and a plurality of flights, each of which is disposed on the inner wall of the drum and each of which has a proximal end and a distal end spaced apart from the proximal end. At least one of the plurality of flights comprises a V-shaped notch. A method for drying components of asphalt comprising drying the components of asphalt in the drum of such a dryer.

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