Thermal monitoring system for a tire
US6963273B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 9, 2003 |
| Grant date | Nov 8, 2005 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 15, 2024 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60C23/20
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A thermal monitoring system for use with a tire is provided. The system includes one or more thermal sensors that are carried by a vehicle. One of the thermal sensors may produce a first sensor output signal that is representative of the temperature of a first location on the tire. Additionally, a second sensor output signal may be produced that is representative of the temperature of a second location on the tire. A signal processing device is included that receives the first and second sensor output signals. The signal processing device produces a processing device output signal that is representative of a potential damage condition of the tire. This signal is produced in response to a particular temperature difference between the first and second locations as indicated by the first and second sensor output signals. An indication device receives the processing device signal and indicates to a user of the vehicle that the tire is experiencing a potential damage condition.
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