Fixture for spoke to hub attachment for a non-pneumatic tire
US11597234B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 28, 2017 |
| Grant date | Mar 7, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 3, 2040 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60C7/107
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An apparatus for assembling a non-pneumatic tire that includes a base and a plurality of elements that move relative to the base. The plurality of elements have a central axis, and the elements are disposed in a circumferential direction around the central axis and move in a radial direction towards and away from the central axis. A radial movement member, hub, and a plurality of spokes are also present. Each one of the spokes is disposed between adjacent ones of the elements. The elements and the spokes are moved inwards in the radial direction by the radial movement member towards the central axis so that the spokes are moved in the radial direction towards the hub. Adhesive engages the spokes and the hub at an attachment location of the spokes and the hub.
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