Structurally supported tire
US9834040B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 10, 2015 |
| Grant date | Dec 5, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 24, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60C7/24
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A structurally supported tire includes a ground contacting annular tread portion, an annular hoop structure for supporting a load on the tire, a means for attachment to a vehicle rim, and a ply structure secured to a first axial limit and extending radially outward and between the hoop structure and the tread portion and further extending radially inward from between the hoop structure and tread portion to a second axial limit. The ply structure is secured to both the first axial limit and the second axial limit. The tread portion is secured to a radially outer surface of the ply structure. The hoop structure is secured to a radially inner surface of the ply structure.
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