Spoke edge geometry for a non-pneumatic tire

US9254716B2 · kind B2 · utility

Assignees

• COMPAGNIE GENERALE DES ETABLISSEMENTS MICHELIN · FR
• MICHELIN RECHERCHE ET TECHNIQUE S.A. · CH

Inventors

• Steven M. Cron · Simpsonville, US
• Michael Edward Dotson · Greenville, US
• Kevin C. Miles · Clemson, US
• Timothy B. Rhyne · Greenville, US

Key dates

• Filing date: Aug 16, 2011
• Grant date: Feb 9, 2016
• Expiry date: Mar 15, 2032

Classification

• Technology area (CPC B): Performing Operations; Transporting
• CPC primary: B60C7/22
• WIPO field: Transport
• WIPO sector: Mechanical engineering

Abstract

An improved spoke edge geometry for a non-pneumatic or hybrid tire. The spoke edge geometry possesses a reduced cross-section that reduces the bending stresses locally and allows a unique mold construction that changes the placement and orientation of potential flash.