TIRE HAVING STATIC CHARGE DISSIPATION ELEMENT

Various embodiments of a tire and tire tread having a static charge dissipation element are provided. 1. A tire tread , comprising:a road-contacting surface;an inner component-contacting surface;a splice surface comprising a radially outer edge and a radially inner edge;at least one conductive element;wherein the at least one conductive element extends from the splice surface to or past the radially outer edge;wherein the at least one conductive element extends from the splice surface to or past the radially inner edge;wherein each of the at least one conductive element is oriented in contact with the splice surface;wherein each of the at least one conductive element is oriented substantially parallel to the splice surface; andwherein the at least one conductive element comprises a circumferential thickness of between about 0.015 mm and about 6.000 mm.2. (canceled)3. The tire tread of claim 1 , wherein the at least one conductive element extends along at least a portion of at least one of the road-contacting surface and the inner component-contacting surface.4. The tire tread of claim 1 , wherein the at least one conductive element extends from the splice surface to the radially outer edge.5. The tire tread of claim 1 , wherein the at least one conductive element extends from the splice surface past the radially inner edge.6. The tire tread of claim 1 , further comprising: 'wherein at least one of the at least one tread rib and the at least one tread block comprises a radially outermost portion; and', 'a pattern comprising at least one of at least one tread rib or at least one tread block,'}wherein the at least one conductive element extends from the splice surface to the radially outermost portion.7. The tire tread of claim 1 , wherein the tire tread comprises a nonconductive material claim 1 , and wherein the at least one conductive element comprises a carbon black.8. The tire tread of claim 1 , wherein the tire tread comprises a width claim 1 , and wherein the at ...

TIRE WITH PRE-FORMED TREAD AND METHOD OF MAKING SAME

A tire manufacturing method includes providing a green carcass and forming a plurality of green tread segments by a compression molding process. The method further includes assembling the plurality of green tread segments about the green carcass, thereby forming a green carcass and tread assembly, the tread having at least two bars and at least one void. The method also includes introducing the green carcass and tread assembly to a tread negative, aligning the at least two bars with corresponding mold features, and vulcanizing the green carcass and tread assembly. 1. A tire manufacturing method comprising:providing a green carcass;providing a compression mold having a shape corresponding to a negative of a tread segment having at least two bars and at least one void;placing green rubber in the compression mold;compression molding the green rubber in the compression mold without vulcanizing the green rubber, thereby forming a green tread segment having at least two bars and at least one void;removing the green tread segment from the compression mold;assembling the green tread segment about the green carcass, thereby forming a green carcass and tread assembly;introducing the green carcass and tread assembly to a tread negative;aligning the at least one bar with a corresponding mold feature; andvulcanizing the green carcass and tread assembly in order to obtain a vulcanized tire.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising warming the green rubber prior to placing the green rubber in the compression mold.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the warming the green rubber includes warming the rubber to a temperature between 30° C. and 90° C.4. The method of claim 2 , further comprising cooling the green rubber prior to removing the green rubber from the compression mold.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the introducing the green carcass and tread assembly to a tread negative includes placing the green carcass and tread assembly into a tire vulcanization mold having the ...

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR BUILDING AND CURING A TIRE CURING BLADDER

A system and method for building and curing a tire curing bladder is provided. In one embodiment, a system for curing a tire curing bladder is provided, the system comprising: a tire building drum, including: at least one end cap; and a cylindrical wall; wherein the tire building drum includes an axis of rotation and wherein the axis of rotation extends through the at least one end cap, and wherein the cylindrical wall includes at least one orifice; a mold, including: a mold ring oriented at least partially radially outwardly of the tire building drum; and at least one outside bead ring; and a tire curing press. 1. A system for curing a tire curing bladder , comprising: at least one end cap having at least one inside bead; and', 'a cylindrical wall;', 'wherein the tire building drum includes an axis of rotation and wherein the axis of rotation extends through the at least one end cap, and', 'wherein the cylindrical wall includes at least one orifice;, 'a tire building drum, including a mold ring oriented at least partially radially outwardly of the tire building drum, wherein the mold ring includes a first mold ring portion and a second mold ring portion, wherein each of the first mold ring portion and the second mold ring portion are oriented axially adjacent to one another; and', 'at least one outside bead ring; and, 'a mold, includinga tire curing press.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein at least one mold spacer ring is oriented axially between the first mold ring portion and the second mold ring portion.3. The system of claim 1 , further comprising a tire curing bladder formed circumferentially about an exterior surface of the cylindrical wall.4. The system of claim 3 , wherein the tire curing bladder includes at least one foot claim 3 , wherein the tire building drum further comprises at least one inside bead claim 3 , and wherein the at least one foot is at least partially engaged with the at least one inside bead.5. The system of claim 3 , wherein the tire ...

CURING BLADDER COMPRISED OF MATERIALS WITH VARYING THERMAL CONDUCTIVITY

Various embodiments of a curing bladder comprised of materials with varying thermal conductivity are disclosed. 1. A curing bladder , comprising:a first layer comprising a first layer thermal conductivity coefficient; anda second layer comprising at least one material having a thermal conductivity coefficient greater than the thermal conductivity coefficient of the first layer.2. The curing bladder of claim 1 , further comprising a third layer comprising a third layer thermal conductivity coefficient.3. The curing bladder of claim 2 , wherein the third layer comprises at least one material having material properties to withstand a high stress claim 2 , a high strain claim 2 , and a high tensile force.4. The curing bladder of claim 1 , wherein the first layer comprises at least one material having material properties to withstand a high stress claim 1 , a high strain claim 1 , and a high compressive force.5. The curing bladder of claim 1 , wherein the curing bladder is configured for use in curing a tire.6. The curing bladder of claim 1 , wherein the second layer comprises a plurality of second layers claim 1 , and wherein each of the plurality of second layers comprises a material having a thermal conductivity coefficient.7. The curing bladder of claim 6 , wherein each of the plurality of second layers comprises a thermal conductivity coefficient that is either the same as claim 6 , or different from claim 6 , the other second layers.8. The curing bladder of claim 1 , wherein the curing bladder comprises a plurality of zones.9. The curing bladder of claim 5 , wherein the curing bladder comprises a plurality of zones claim 5 , including at least one shoulder zone claim 5 , at least one sidewall zone claim 5 , and a tread zone.10. The curing bladder of claim 9 , wherein the second layer comprises a plurality of second layers claim 9 , wherein each of the plurality of second layers comprises a material having a thermal conductivity coefficient claim 9 , and wherein a ...

BLADDER RINGS FOR TIRE VULCANIZATION MOLD

A tire mold has a cavity with a flexible bladder disposed in a central portion of the cavity. The tire mold further includes a first ring connected to a first end of the flexible bladder, and a second ring connected to a second end of the flexible bladder. At least one of the first and second rings is configured to move between a first position and a second position. The flexible bladder is stretched to a maximum axial length when the first and second rings are in a first position. When the first and second rings are in the first position the sum of the first axial length and second axial length is greater than a space between the first ring and the second ring. 115-. (canceled)16. A tire vulcanization mold comprising:a plurality of mold surfaces defining a tire cavity;a center post disposed in the tire cavity;a first ring disposed about the center post, the first ring having a first diameter and a first axial length;a second ring disposed about the center post, the second ring having a second diameter equal to the first diameter, and a second axial length; wherein at least one of the first and second rings is configured to move axially along the center post between a first, extended position in which the first ring is distal from the second ring and a second, compressed position in which the first ring is proximate to the second ring, and', 'wherein, when the first and second rings are in the first, extended position the sum of the first axial length and second axial length is greater than a space between the first ring and the second ring;, 'a bladder having a first end connected to the first ring and a second end connected to the second ring,'}a vacuum configured to apply vacuum pressure to an inside of the bladder when the first and second rings are in the first, extended position; anda hot pressure medium supply configured to provide a hot pressure medium to the inside of the bladder when the first and second rings are in the second, compressed position.17. The ...

Tire With Pre-Formed Tread And Method Of Making Same

Methods of making tires with features such as ribs, lugs, or tread blocks include shaping at least one feature onto an uncured tire tread prior to vulcanization. One aspect of these methods may include shaping a feature onto the tread while the tread is associated with the tire. Shaping devices may include shaping rollers, stitching rollers, pre-molds, and annular, curved, or flat stamping plates. An additional aspect of these methods may further reduce the amount of air between a tread and carcass prior to vulcanization. These methods may be used in conjunction with manufacturing processes used on various types of tires, and are particularly suitable for use in large tire manufacturing processes. 1. A method of manufacturing an agricultural tire comprising:providing a sheet of green agricultural tire tread compound;shaping at least one integral lug on the sheet of green agricultural tire tread compound with at least one roller;placing the sheet of green agricultural tire tread compound on a green carcass;placing the green agricultural tire tread compound and green carcass into an agricultural tire mold;curing the green agricultural tire tread and green carcass; andremoving the cured agricultural tire from the mold.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein providing the sheet of agricultural tire tread compound includes extruding rubber to provide a sheet of green agricultural tire tread compound.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein vacuum pressure is used in shaping the at least one integral lug on the sheet of green agricultural tire tread.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the at least one roller is a cylindrical die bearing a tread pattern.5. The method of claim 1 , further comprising applying force to the sheet of agricultural tire tread compound and green carcass after placing the sheet of green agricultural tire tread compound on a green carcass.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein placing the sheet of agricultural tire tread compound and green carcass into an ...

Tire With Pre-Formed Tread And Method Of Making Same

A green tire includes a carcass and a pre-shaped tread. The carcass includes a pair of annular beads and at least one body ply extending between the pair of annular beads. The carcass further includes a circumferential belt. The pre-shaped tread includes a plurality of tread segments, wherein each of the plurality of tread segments includes at least one bar and at least one void. 1. A method of manufacturing an agricultural tire comprising:providing a green tire carcass;providing a plurality of segments of green agricultural tire tread compound, wherein each of the plurality of segments of green agricultural tire tread compound includes at least one raised bar and at least one void disposed therein;placing the plurality of segments of green agricultural tire tread compound on the green tire carcass to form a green agricultural tire;placing the green agricultural tire into an agricultural tire mold;curing the green agricultural tire to form a cured agricultural tire; andremoving the cured agricultural tire from the agricultural tire mold.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the providing the plurality of segments of green agricultural tire tread compound includes:providing a sheet of agricultural tire tread compound;providing a plurality of bars of agricultural tire tread compound; andplacing the plurality of bars of agricultural tire tread compound on the sheet of agricultural tire tread compound.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the providing the sheet of agricultural tire tread compound includes extruding rubber to provide a sheet of green agricultural tire tread compound.4. The method of claim 2 , wherein the providing the plurality of bars of agricultural tire tread compound includes extruding rubber to provide an elongated length of rubber and cutting the elongated length of rubber into a plurality of bars.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the providing a plurality of segments of green agricultural tire tread compound includes:providing a compression mold ...

NON-PNEUMATIC TIRE HAVING REINFORCED SUPPORT STRUCTURE

A non-pneumatic tire includes an inner ring having an axis of rotation and an outer ring coaxial with the inner ring. The non-pneumatic tire further includes support structure extending from the inner ring to the outer ring. The support structure is constructed of a thermoplastic material and having reinforcement cords embedded therein. The non-pneumatic tire also includes a circumferential tread extending about the outer ring. 1. A method of making a non-pneumatic tire , the method comprising:providing an inner ring having a first diameter;providing an outer ring having a second diameter greater than the first diameter;providing at least one thermoplastic sheet having reinforcement cords disposed therein;forming a plurality of non-linear components from the at least one thermoplastic sheet;connecting the plurality of non-linear components together to form a support structure;connecting the support structure to the inner ring; andconnecting the support structure to the outer ring.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising a step of forming a plurality of lugs on the outer ring.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the step of connecting the support structure to the outer ring includes connecting the plurality of non-linear components to the plurality of lugs.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the forming of the plurality of non-linear components from the at least one thermoplastic sheet includes applying heat and pressure to the at least one thermoplastic sheet to shape the at least one thermoplastic sheet.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the forming of the plurality of non-linear components from the at least one thermoplastic sheet includes cutting the at least one thermoplastic sheet.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the forming of the plurality of non-linear components from the at least one thermoplastic sheet includes bending the at least one thermoplastic sheet in at least two locations.7. The method of claim 1 , wherein the providing of the at least one ...

NON-PNEUMATIC TIRE HAVING REINFORCED OUTER RING

A non-pneumatic tire includes an inner ring having an axis of rotation and an outer ring having a plurality of circumferential reinforcements. The non-pneumatic tire further includes support structure extending from the inner ring to the outer ring. The non-pneumatic tire also includes a circumferential tread extending about the outer ring. The circumferential tread includes a tread reinforcement layer spaced from a bottom of the circumferential tread. 1. A non-pneumatic tire comprising:an inner ring having an axis of rotation;an outer ring having a plurality of circumferential reinforcements;support structure extending from the inner ring to the outer ring; anda circumferential tread extending about the outer ring, the circumferential tread including a tread reinforcement layer spaced from a bottom of the circumferential tread.2. The non-pneumatic tire of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of circumferential reinforcements include a plurality of circumferentially extending cords embedded in a thermoplastic.3. The non-pneumatic tire of claim 1 , wherein the inner ring and the support structure are constructed of a first material.4. The non-pneumatic tire of claim 3 , wherein the outer ring includes a lower layer constructed of the first material and an upper layer constructed of a second material different from the first material claim 3 , wherein the second material has the plurality of circumferential reinforcements embedded therein.5. The non-pneumatic tire of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of circumferential reinforcements and the tread reinforcement layer are constructed of a same material.6. The non-pneumatic tire of claim 1 , wherein the circumferential tread includes a lower elastomeric layer with a thickness of at least 0.5 inches (1.3 cm) disposed below the tread reinforcement layer claim 1 , and an upper elastomeric layer disposed above the tread reinforcement layer.7. The non-pneumatic tire of claim 1 , wherein the tread reinforcement layer is a single ...

TIRE WITH SPOKE LOOPS

A nonpneumatic tire assembly includes an outer hoop, a plurality of loops extending inward from the outer hoop, and a hub having a plurality of members. Each of the plurality of members is connected to one of the plurality of loops. 115-. (canceled)16. A nonpneumatic tire having a central axis and an equatorial plane , the nonpneumatic tire comprising: a plurality of inner portions that extend in a substantially circumferential direction about the inner diameter,', 'a plurality of outer portions that extend in a substantially circumferential direction about the outer diameter, and', 'a plurality of spoke portions that extend between the inner diameter and the outer diameter;, 'a serpentine spoke ply disposed continuously about the central axis of the tire, such that the serpentine spoke ply follows a winding path between an inner diameter and an outer diameter, and such that the serpentine spoke path hasan outer hoop connected to the plurality of outer portions of the serpentine spoke ply; anda hub connected to the plurality of inner portions of the serpentine spoke ply.17. The nonpneumatic tire of claim 16 , wherein each of the spoke portions of the serpentine spoke ply extends in a substantially radial direction.18. The nonpneumatic tire of claim 16 , wherein each of the inner portions of the serpentine spoke ply extends at an angle of less than 45 degrees with respect to the equatorial plane.19. The nonpneumatic tire of claim 16 , further comprising a plurality of fillets disposed between the spoke portions and the outer hoop.20. The nonpneumatic tire of claim 16 , wherein a total arc length of the inner portions of the serpentine spoke ply is between 120 degrees and 240 degrees.21. The nonpneumatic tire of claim 20 , wherein a total arc length of the outer portions of the serpentine spoke ply is between 120 degrees and 240 degrees.22. The nonpneumatic tire of claim 21 , wherein a sum of the total arc length of the inner portions of the serpentine spoke ply and ...

TIRE TREAD WITH A BAND LAYER

A non-pneumatic tire includes an inner ring having an axis of rotation and an outer ring coaxial with the inner ring. The non-pneumatic tire further includes support structure extending from the inner ring to the outer ring and a circumferential tread extending about the outer ring. The circumferential tread includes a band layer constructed of a single material and a tread rubber layer directly attached to the band layer. 1. A non-pneumatic tire comprising:an inner ring having an axis of rotation;an outer ring coaxial with the inner ring;support structure extending from the inner ring to the outer ring; anda circumferential tread extending about the outer ring, the circumferential tread including a band layer constructed of a single material and a tread rubber layer directly attached to the band layer.2. The non-pneumatic tire of claim 1 , wherein the band layer is directly attached to the outer ring.3. The non-pneumatic tire of claim 1 , wherein the single material of the band layer is a metal material.4. The non-pneumatic tire of claim 1 , wherein the single material of the band layer is a polymeric material.5. The non-pneumatic tire of claim 1 , wherein the single material has an ultimate tensile strength of at least 410 MPa.6. The non-pneumatic tire of claim 1 , wherein the single material has an ultimate tensile strength of at least 830 MPa.7. The non-pneumatic tire of claim 1 , wherein the single material has an ultimate tensile strength of at least 1400 MPa.8. The non-pneumatic tire of claim 1 , wherein the single material has a surface with an average surface roughness of less than 25 microns.9. The non-pneumatic tire of claim 1 , wherein the single material has a surface with an average surface roughness of less than 1.6 microns.10. The non-pneumatic tire of claim 1 , wherein the single material has a surface with an average surface roughness of less than 0.8 microns.11. A method of making a non-pneumatic tire claim 1 , the method comprising:providing an ...

TIRE WITH BELT HAVING WRAP AROUND GUM STRIP

A tire includes a circumferential tread, a pair of beads, and a pair of sidewalls. The tire further includes a plurality of circumferential belts disposed below the circumferential tread and extending in an axial direction. The plurality of circumferential belts include a lower belt and an upper belt. The tire also includes at least one gum strip. The at least one gum strip has a first portion in contact with a top surface of the lower belt and a bottom surface of the upper belt. The at least one gum strip has a second portion disposed below the lower belt. 1. A tire comprising:a first annular bead and a second annular bead;a body ply extending between the first annular bead and the second annular bead; 'wherein the plurality of circumferential belts includes at least a lower belt and an upper belt disposed above the lower belt;', 'a plurality of circumferential belts disposed above the body ply and extending axially across a portion of the body ply,'}at least one gum strip wrapped around an axial end of the lower belt, such that the at least one gum strip has an upper portion in contact with a top surface of the lower belt and a bottom surface of the upper belt, and such that the at least one gum strip has a lower portion in contact with a bottom surface of the lower belt and a top surface of the body ply;a nylon cap ply disposed above the upper belt;a circumferential tread disposed above the nylon cap ply and extending axially across the tire;a first sidewall extending between the first annular bead and a first shoulder, the first shoulder being associated with the circumferential tread; anda second sidewall extending between the second annular bead and a second shoulder, the second shoulder being associated with the circumferential tread.2. The tire of claim 1 , further comprising a pair of reinforcement layers claim 1 , including a first reinforcement layer disposed above a first end of the nylon cap ply claim 1 , and a second reinforcement layer disposed above ...

Tire with tensioned spokes

A nonpneumatic tire includes a tread portion, an upper ring, and a plurality of spokes extending radially downward from the upper ring. Each spoke terminates at a lower end having a spoke mount configured to engage a corresponding hub mount. Each spoke is under substantially no tension when the tread portion is not in contact with a ground surface and when each spoke mount is disengaged from its corresponding hub mount. Each spoke is under tension when the tread portion is not in contact with the ground surface and when each spoke mount is engaged with its corresponding hub mount.

Tire with tensioned spokes

A nonpneumatic tire includes an upper ring and a plurality of spokes extending from the upper ring. At least one reinforcement embedded in each spoke, wherein each reinforcement is constructed of a material that shrinks in length by 0.1% to 10% when subjected to a temperature between 38° C. to 260° C. and a pressure between 0.10 mPa to 0.70 mPa.

UV-CURABLE RUBBER AS ANTENNA COMPONENT OF THE TREAD

The present disclosure relates to a pneumatic tire having at least one electrically conductive pathway capable of dissipating electrostatic charges generated in a vehicle to a road surface while achieving low rolling resistance and improved wet traction tire performances. The pneumatic tire has a tread portion which includes a tread cap layer forming a ground contacting surface and a tread base layer underlying the tread cap layer. The tread cap layer contains at least one electrically conductive pathway locally extending from the ground-contacting surface of the tread cap layer to contact the tread base layer. The electrically-conductive pathway is composed of a UV-cured rubber composition which is electrically conductive. 1. A pneumatic tire comprising a tread portion which comprises a tread cap layer and a tread base layer; the tread cap layer having a ground-contacting surface , and the tread cap layer being composed of a tread cap composition; and the tread base layer underlying the tread cap layer , and the tread base layer being composed of a tread base composition; wherein the tread cap layer includes at least one electrically-conductive pathway extending from the ground-contacting surface of the tread cap layer to the tread base layer , the pathway comprising a UV-cured rubber composition , wherein the UV-cured rubber composition is a UV-curable liquid rubber composition cured by UV-light.2. The pneumatic tire of claim 1 , the UV-cured rubber composition being electrically conductive.3. The pneumatic tire of claim 2 , the electrical conductivity of the UV-cured rubber composition being higher than 1×10S/cm.4. The pneumatic tire of claim 1 , the electrically-conductive pathway being formed during a tire manufacturing process claim 1 , wherein the tread cap layer is in an uncured green state.5. The pneumatic tire of claim 4 , the electrically-conductive pathway being formed by steps comprising:forming a cavity in the uncured green tread cap layer, and the ...

Assembly for attaching an electronics package to a tire

An assembly for attaching an electronics package to a tire includes a carriage for receiving an electronics package. The assembly also includes a locking clip connected to the carriage and a locking ring having a first side permanently affixed to an interior of the tire. The locking ring is configured to engage the locking clip.

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR ADDITIVELY MANUFACTURING AN ARTICLE INCORPORATING MATERIALS WITH A LOW TEAR STRENGTH

An apparatus for producing three-dimensional objects includes at least one photon source configured to direct photons into a build medium. The apparatus further includes a vat configured to retain the build medium. The vat includes a window that permits photons to reach the build medium. The apparatus also has a build platform configured to translate vertically and an actuator configured to cause the build platform to move relative to the vat. The apparatus further includes a vibrator connected to the apparatus. The vibrator provides a mechanical force for moving the vat or the build platform. 1. A system for additive manufacturing , comprising:at least one photon source configured to direct photons into a build medium;a vat configured to retain the build medium, wherein the vat includes a window that permits photons to reach the build medium;a build platform configured to translate vertically;an actuator configured to cause the build platform to move relative to the vat;an ultrasonic vibrator connected to the apparatus, wherein the ultrasonic vibrator provides a mechanical force for moving the vat or the build platform; anda control system that coordinates actions of the vat, build platform, actuator, at least one photon source, and ultrasonic vibrator during production of an article.2. The additive system of claim 1 , wherein the ultrasonic vibrator is configured to operate at a frequency between 15 and 45 kHz3. The additive system of claim 1 , wherein the ultrasonic vibrator is configured to pulse between iterative cycles.4. The additive system of claim 1 , wherein the ultrasonic vibrator is configured to pulse during an iterative cycle.5. The additive system of claim 1 , wherein the ultrasonic vibrator is connected to the vat.6. The additive system of claim 1 , wherein the ultrasonic vibrator is integrated into the vat.7. The additive system of claim 1 , wherein at least one actuator is configured to move the build platform unevenly.8. The additive system of ...

TIRE WITH TENSIONED SPOKES

A nonpneumatic tire includes a tread portion, an upper ring, and a plurality of spokes extending radially downward from the upper ring. Each spoke is configured to carry a load while in tension and while in compression. The upper ring and the plurality of spokes are part of a unitary component constructed of a single material. Each spoke terminates at a lower end having a spoke mount with an opening configured to engage a corresponding hub mount. Each spoke is under substantially no tension when the tread portion is not in contact with a ground surface and when each spoke mount is disengaged from its corresponding hub mount. Each spoke is under tension when the tread portion is not in contact with the ground surface and when each spoke mount is engaged with its corresponding hub mount. 1. A method of assembling a nonpneumatic tire and hub , the method comprising: an upper ring,', 'a tread disposed above the upper ring, and', 'a plurality of spokes extending radially downward from the upper ring, each spoke being configured to carry a load while in tension and while in compression, wherein the upper ring and the plurality of spokes are part of a unitary component constructed of a single material, and wherein each spoke terminates at a lower end having a spoke mount having an aperture;, 'providing a tire includingproviding a hub having a plurality of hub mounts, each hub mount corresponding to a spoke mount, wherein each spoke has a first length when the tread is not in contact with a ground surface and when each spoke mount is disengaged from its corresponding hub mount; andmounting the spoke mounts to the hub mounts in series by inserting each hub mount into an aperture of a spoke mount, such that the length of each spoke is extended to a second length greater than the first length when the tread is not in contact with the ground surface.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the spoke mounts include mounting points disposed along a first diameter on the tire.3. The ...

Method for Producing Tire-Curing Bladder

A method for forming and curing an uncured tire-curing bladder with a bladder-curing bladder includes providing an uncured tire-curing bladder having an inner and outer surface on or in a recess of an outer-surface curing mold; inflating the bladder-curing bladder into the recess and exerting pressure on the inner surface of the uncured tire-curing bladder; and curing the uncured tire-curing bladder by providing heat, pressure, or both to the inner surface and the outer surface of the tire-curing bladder to form a cured tire-curing bladder. A thin tire-curing bladder and a curing apparatus are also provided. 115-. (canceled)17. The method of claim 16 , further comprising securing a foot area of the tire-curing bladder at an edge of the recess of the outer-surface curing mold.181. The method of claim 16 , wherein the steps of claim are repeated with a subsequent uncured tire-curing bladder with at least one different dimension that varies from about 0.5% to about 40% of said uncured tire-curing bladder claim 16 , wherein the dimensions of the uncured tire-curing bladder are smaller than the subsequent uncured tire-curing bladder.19. The method of claim 16 , wherein the outer-surface curing mold is configured for compatibility with a tire-curing press.20. The method of claim 16 , wherein the outer-surface curing mold is a tire curing mold.21. The method of claim 20 , wherein the cured tire-curing bladder is used to cure a tire in a tire curing mold that fits in a tire curing press.22. The method of claim 19 , wherein the cured tire-curing bladder is used to cure a tire in a tire-curing mold that corresponds to the dimensions of the outer-surface curing mold.23. The method of claim 16 , further comprising curing a green tire with the cured tire-curing bladder and a tire-curing mold claim 16 , the tire-curing mold having cross-sectional axial and radial dimensions of X and Y claim 16 , and the outer surface curing mold having cross-sectional axial and radial dimensions ...

TIRE WITH BEAD REGIONS HAVING MULTIPLE BEAD FILLERS

A tire includes a bead portion with a bead core having a main bead filler and an auxiliary bead filler, and a carcass ply wrapped around a portion of the main bead filler. An end of the carcass ply is located axially outside the main bead filler and radially below an apex of the main bead filler. The auxiliary bead filler is located axially outside the carcass ply end, with an apex of the auxiliary bead filler being located above an apex of the main bead filler. 1. A tire comprising:first and second sidewall portions disposed on opposite sides of the tire;a first bead portion located adjacent to the first sidewall portion, and a second bead portion located adjacent to the second sidewall portion;the first bead portion including a first bead core and a first main bead filler, wherein a bottom portion of the first sidewall extends axially inside of the first main bead filler;the second bead portion including a second bead core and a second main bead filler, wherein a bottom portion of the second sidewall extends axially inside of the second main bead filler; wherein the carcass ply includes turn-up portions that wrap around at least a portion of each of the first and second main bead fillers,', 'wherein the turn-up portions of the carcass ply terminate at locations radially below respective apexes of the first and second main bead fillers;, 'a carcass ply wrapped around respective portions of the first and second bead portions,'}first and second auxiliary bead fillers, the first and second auxiliary bead fillers having lower portions in contact with the turn-up portions of the carcass ply, and upper portions in contact with the first and second sidewall portions, respectively; and 'wherein the first and second abrasion portions are adjacent to the first and second auxiliary bead fillers and the first and second sidewall portions, respectively.', 'first and second abrasion portions wrapped around the first and second bead portions, respectively,'}2. The tire of claim 1 ...

ASSEMBLY FOR ATTACHING AN ELECTRONICS PACKAGE TO A TIRE

An assembly for mounting an electronics package to an interior of a tire includes a carriage configured to receive an electronics package. The assembly also includes an attaching device having a first side and a second side. The first side of the attaching device is permanently affixed to the interior of the tire. The second side of the attaching device has an attaching structure. The attaching structure is configured to receive the carriage to form a secure and locked connection. 1. An assembly for mounting an electronics package to an interior of a tire , comprising:a carriage configured to receive an electronics package;an attaching device having a first side and a second side;the attaching device first side being permanently affixed to the interior of the tire;the attaching device second side having an attaching structure;wherein the attaching structure is configured to receive the carriage to form a secure and locked connection.2. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein the attaching structure is a locking clip.3. The assembly of claim 2 , wherein the carriage further includes a locking ring that is configured to mate with the locking clip.4. The assembly of claim 3 , wherein the locking clip is configured to mate with the locking ring by rotating the locking clip in the locking ring.5. The assembly of claim 3 , wherein the locking ring and the locking clip each include a ramped element.6. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein one of the attaching structure and the carriage includes a tab claim 1 , and the other of the attaching structure and the carriage includes a corresponding recess sized to receive the tab.7. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein the attaching device is a clip claim 1 , and the attaching structure includes a plurality of sidewalls having a plurality of flanges and a plurality of tabs configured to receive the carriage.8. The assembly of claim 1 , further including an electronics package;wherein the carriage includes a through hole;wherein the ...

RUBBER ARTICLE INCLUDING ELECTRONICS DEVICE FASTENER

A rubber article having an electronics device fastener is provided. In one embodiment, a tire is provided, the tire comprising: a first surface; a second surface; and a tire body contained between the first surface and the second surface; wherein the tire body comprises a cavity having a cavity major width in at least one of an axial direction and a circumferential direction, wherein a channel extends between the cavity and the first surface, wherein the channel has a channel major width in at least one of the axial direction and the circumferential direction, wherein the cavity major width is greater than the channel major width, and wherein a protrusion of a fastener is engaged within the cavity. 1. A tire , comprising:a first surface;a second surface; anda tire body contained between the first surface and the second surface;wherein the tire body comprises a cavity having a cavity major width in at least one of an axial direction and a circumferential direction,wherein a channel extends between the cavity and the first surface,wherein the channel has a channel major width in at least one of the axial direction and the circumferential direction,wherein the cavity major width is greater than the channel major width, andwherein a protrusion of a fastener is engaged within the cavity.2. The tire of claim 1 , wherein the cavity has a substantially circular cross-section.3. The tire of claim 1 , wherein the channel has a substantially circular cross-section.4. The tire of claim 1 , wherein the cavity is at least one of: generally sphere-shaped claim 1 , generally cylinder-shaped claim 1 , generally teardrop-shaped claim 1 , and generally cone-shaped.5. The tire of claim 1 , wherein the fastener includes a fastener portion claim 1 , and wherein the fastener portion engages a device.6. The tire of claim 1 , wherein the fastener includes a fastener portion claim 1 , and wherein the fastener portion is a threaded fastener.7. The tire of claim 1 , wherein at least one of the ...

Bladder rings for tire vulcanization mold

Tire having static charge dissipation element

Various embodiments of a tire and tire tread having a static charge dissipation element are provided.

Bladder rings for tire vulcanization mold

A tire mold has a cavity with a flexible bladder disposed in a central portion of the cavity. The tire mold further includes a first ring connected to a first end of the flexible bladder, and a second ring connected to a second end of the flexible bladder. At least one of the first and second rings is configured to move between a first position and a second position. The flexible bladder is stretched to a maximum axial length when the first and second rings are in a first position. When the first and second rings are in the first position the sum of the first axial length and second axial length is greater than a space between the first ring and the second ring.

Assembly for attaching an electronics package to a tire

An assembly for mounting an electronics package to an interior of a tire includes a carriage configured to receive an electronics package. The assembly also includes an attaching device having a first side and a second side. The first side of the attaching device is permanently affixed to the interior of the tire. The second side of the attaching device has an attaching structure. The attaching structure is configured to receive the carriage to form a secure and locked connection.

Non-pneumatic tire having reinforced support structure

A non-pneumatic tire includes an inner ring having an axis of rotation and an outer ring coaxial with the inner ring. The non-pneumatic tire further includes support structure extending from the inner ring to the outer ring. The support structure is constructed of a thermoplastic material and having reinforcement cords embedded therein. The non-pneumatic tire also includes a circumferential tread extending about the outer ring.

Non-pneumatic tire having reinforced support structure

Mounting arrangement of self-supporting spoke structure for non-pneumatic tire

A non-pneumatic tire includes a lower ring having a first diameter and an upper ring having a second diameter. The upper ring is substantially coaxial with the lower ring. A support structure connects the lower ring to the upper ring. The support structure is made up of a plurality of spokes. The support structure is arranged and configured so that adjacent spokes of the plurality of spokes contact one another upon the occurrence of a high impact event.

Mounting arrangement of self-supporting spoke structure for non-pneumatic tire

A non-pneumatic tire includes a lower ring having a first diameter and an upper ring having a second diameter. The upper ring is substantially coaxial with the lower ring. A support structure connects the lower ring to the upper ring. The support structure is made up of a plurality of spokes. The support structure is arranged and configured so that adjacent spokes of the plurality of spokes contact one another upon the occurrence of a high impact event.

Tire tread with a band layer

A non-pneumatic tire includes an inner ring having an axis of rotation and an outer ring coaxial with the inner ring. The non-pneumatic tire further includes support structure extending from the inner ring to the outer ring and a circumferential tread extending about the outer ring. The circumferential tread includes a band layer constructed of a single material and a tread rubber layer directly attached to the band layer.

Rubber article including electronics device fastener

Non-pneumatic tire and method of making a non-pneumatic tire

Curing mold assemblies for non-pneumatic tires as well as methods of manufacture

Mold assemblies include a mold section having a mold axis. The mold assembly includes a curing bladder assembly supported on the mold section in radially-offset relation to the mold axis. The curing bladder assembly includes a bladder wall that defines a bladder chamber. The bladder wall includes first and second end wall portions as well as first and second edge wall portions extending longitudinally between the first and second end wall portions. In some cases, the bladder wall further includes first and second side wall portions extending longitudinally between the first and second end wall portions and laterally between the first and second edge wall portions. Methods of manufacturing non-pneumatic tires that includes mold assemblies are also included.

Non-pneumatic tire having reinforced support structure and method of making same

A non-pneumatic tire includes a ring, a circumferential tread disposed about the ring, and a plurality of support structures extending downwards from the ring. An end of each support structure includes an axially extending member, and each support structure includes a reinforcement layer extending along a length of the support structure and wrapping around the axially extending member.

Nonpneumatic tire and method of assembling a nonpneumatic tire and hub

A nonpneumatic tire (100) includes a tread portion (120), an upper ring (110), and a plurality of spokes (130) extending radially downward from the upper ring (110). Each spoke (130) terminates at a lower end having a spoke mount (140) configured to engage a corresponding hub mount (210). Each spoke (130) is under substantially no tension when the tread portion (120) is not in contact with a ground surface and when each spoke mount (140) is disengaged from its corresponding hub mount (210). Each spoke (130) is under tension when the tread portion (120) is not in contact with the ground surface and when each spoke mount (140) is engaged with its corresponding hub mount (210).

Non-pneumatic tire having reinforced support structure

A non-pneumatic tire includes an inner ring having an axis of rotation and an outer ring coaxial with the inner ring. The non-pneumatic tire further includes support structure extending from the inner ring to the outer ring. The support structure is constructed of a thermoplastic material and having reinforcement cords embedded therein. The non-pneumatic tire also includes a circumferential tread extending about the outer ring.

Mounting arrangement of self-supporting spoke structure for non-pneumatic tire

A non-pneumatic tire includes a lower ring having a first diameter and an upper ring having a second diameter. The upper ring is substantially coaxial with the lower ring. A support structure connects the lower ring to the upper ring. The support structure is made up of a plurality of spokes. The support structure is arranged and configured so that adjacent spokes of the plurality of spokes contact one another upon the occurrence of a high impact event.

Rubber article including electronics device fastener

A rubber article having an electronics device fastener is provided. In one embodiment, a tire is provided, the tire comprising: a first surface; a second surface; and a tire body contained between the first surface and the second surface; wherein the tire body comprises a cavity having a cavity major width in at least one of an axial direction and a circumferential direction, wherein a channel extends between the cavity and the first surface, wherein the channel has a channel major width in at least one of the axial direction and the circumferential direction, wherein the cavity major width is greater than the channel major width, and wherein a protrusion of a fastener is engaged within the cavity.

Tire with belt having wrap around gum strip

A tire includes a circumferential tread, a pair of beads, and a pair of sidewalls. The tire further includes a plurality of circumferential belts disposed below the circumferential tread and extending in an axial direction. The plurality of circumferential belts include a lower belt and an upper belt. The tire also includes at least one gum strip. The at least one gum strip has a first portion in contact with a top surface of the lower belt and a bottom surface of the upper belt. The at least one gum strip has a second portion disposed below the lower belt.

Curing Mold Assemblies For Non-Pneumatic Tires As Well As Methods Of Manufacture

Mold assemblies include a mold section having a mold axis. The mold assembly includes a curing bladder assembly supported on the mold section in radially-offset relation to the mold axis. The curing bladder assembly includes a bladder wall that defines a bladder chamber. The bladder wall includes first and second end wall portions as well as first and second edge wall portions extending longitudinally between the first and second end wall portions. In some cases, the bladder wall further includes first and second side wall portions extending longitudinally between the first and second end wall portions and laterally between the first and second edge wall portions. Methods of manufacturing non-pneumatic tires that includes mold assemblies are also included.

Tire with spoke loops

A nonpneumatic tire assembly includes an outer hoop, a plurality of loops extending inward from the outer hoop, and a hub having a plurality of members. Each of the plurality of members is connected to one of the plurality of loops.

Tire with belt having wrap around gum strip

Curing bladder comprised of materials with varying thermal conductivity

Various embodiments of a curing bladder comprised of materials with varying thermal conductivity are disclosed.

Non-pneumatic tire having reinforced support structure and method of making same

A non-pneumatic tire includes a ring, a circumferential tread disposed about the ring, and a plurality of support structures extending downwards from the ring. An end of each support structure includes an axially extending member, and each support structure includes a reinforcement layer extending along a length of the support structure and wrapping around the axially extending member.

artigo de borracha que inclui fixador de dispositivos eletrônicos

a presente invenção refere-se a um artigo de borracha dotado de um fixador de dispositivos eletrônicos. em uma modalidade, é fornecido um pneu, sendo que o pneu compreende: uma primeira superfície; uma segunda superfície; e um corpo de pneu contido entre a primeira superfície e a segunda; sendo que o corpo do pneu compreende uma cavidade que tem uma largura de cavidade principal em ao menos uma dentre uma direção axial e uma direção circunferencial, sendo que um canal se estende entre a cavidade e a primeira superfície, sendo que o canal tem uma largura de canal principal em ao menos uma dentre a direção axial e a direção circunferencial, sendo que a largura de cavidade principal é maior do que a largura de canal principal, e sendo que uma protuberância de um fixador é engatada no interior da cavidade.

Non-pneumatic tire having reinforced outer ring

A non-pneumatic tire includes an inner ring having an axis of rotation and an outer ring having a plurality of circumferential reinforcements. The non-pneumatic tire further includes support structure extending from the inner ring to the outer ring. The non-pneumatic tire also includes a circumferential tread extending about the outer ring. The circumferential tread includes a tread reinforcement layer spaced from a bottom of the circumferential tread.

Curing mold assemblies for non-pneumatic tires as well as methods of manufacture

Mold assemblies include a mold section having a mold axis. The mold assembly includes a curing bladder assembly supported on the mold section in radially-offset relation to the mold axis. The curing bladder assembly includes a bladder wall that defines a bladder chamber. The bladder wall includes first and second end wall portions as well as first and second edge wall portions extending longitudinally between the first and second end wall portions. In some cases, the bladder wall further includes first and second side wall portions extending longitudinally between the first and second end wall portions and laterally between the first and second edge wall portions. Methods of manufacturing non-pneumatic tires that includes mold assemblies are also included.

Tire with spoke loops

A nonpneumatic tire assembly includes an outer hoop, a plurality of loops extending inward from the outer hoop, and a hub having a plurality of members. Each of the plurality of members is connected to one of the plurality of loops.