Method and apparatus for preventing carry back in a rail car using an on-board heating device

摘要

A method and apparatus for eliminating carry-back includes one or more heat shrouds located at desired locations to avoid carry-back. The heat shrouds which may be powered by being connected to a rotating shaft of a material transportation device to avoid the need for additional power sources. The apparatus further includes a passive drying system for removing moisture from material while in transit.