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Wheel rim with optimized shape of rim flange

US12059921B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJun 29, 2018
Grant dateAug 13, 2024
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Expiry dateJun 29, 2038

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60B2900/351
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A rim (3) for a tire has an axis of rotation DD′ and a rim seat (31) extended axially towards the outside by a rim flange (32), said rim flange (32) having a first portion (321) that is oriented substantially in a perpendicular plane and is situated radially on the outside with respect to said rim seat (31), characterized in that said rim flange (32) has a second portion (322) that is inclined towards the outside, is situated axially on the outside with respect to said first portion (321) and is situated at least partially radially on the outside with respect to said rim seat (31), said rim having a connecting portion (320) between said first portion (321) and said second portion (322).

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