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*Claimed 2-3 longer life compared to pneumatic tires [https://business.michelinman.com/by-technology/michelin-airless-tires#faq] | *Claimed 2-3 longer life compared to pneumatic tires [https://business.michelinman.com/by-technology/michelin-airless-tires#faq] | ||
*Resistance higher due to higher contact patch - [https://thenextweb.com/news/why-your-car-isnt-rolling-on-airless-tires#:~:text=Without%20air%2C%20the%20heat%20created,surface%2C%20which%20increases%20rolling%20resistance.] | |||
*Current conclusion: too much resistance. OSE solution: 3D printed, with needle-fillable high-T silicone rubber eyelets (self-sealing caps) used for filling air pockets. Multiple air pockets exist, and tire is rideable with numerous punctures. This is silicone or butyl-rubber [[Septum]]. | |||
Latest revision as of 20:45, 18 November 2023
- Claimed 2-3 longer life compared to pneumatic tires [1]
- Resistance higher due to higher contact patch - [2]
- Current conclusion: too much resistance. OSE solution: 3D printed, with needle-fillable high-T silicone rubber eyelets (self-sealing caps) used for filling air pockets. Multiple air pockets exist, and tire is rideable with numerous punctures. This is silicone or butyl-rubber Septum.