Tire explosion safety system
US9248711B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 27, 2013 |
| Grant date | Feb 2, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 15, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60C25/147
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A safety system for containment of explosion when servicing a tire mounted on a rim includes an enclosure capable of receiving the tire and provided with openings to allow passage of air upon tire explosion, and a support device attached to the enclosure for contacting the tire to secure thereof in a servicing position within the enclosure and without contacting the rim. The system also includes a first energy absorbing unit attached to and located within the enclosure to face a first rim side and capable of substantially absorb kinetic energy of first rim parts ejected upon tire explosion. The system further includes a second energy absorbing unit attached to and located within the enclosure to face a second rim side and capable of substantially absorb kinetic energy of second rim parts and any portion of the tire ejected upon tire explosion.
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