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Airless Machinery Tires

The 'Airless I-Flex' is a Concept Tire from Hankook That Does Not Go Flat

— January 10, 2022 — Autos
Hankook has been showing off concept tires for nearly a decade, and its newest showing at CES 2022 revealed a set of airless machine tires. The 'Airless I-Flex' is a concept tire that is made without inflatable rubber. Instead, the tires use a grid-like pattern and an in-house created material to ensure the stability of the tires.

While the exact composition of this material has not been discussed in detail, Hankook has stated that these materials are easy to recycle and are efficient to manufacture. This means that, in addition to ensuring stability of machine tires without the need for pneumatic pressure, these tires are still sustainable through the material composition. Hankook has not yet confirmed when these tires will be available for use in consumer or commercial vehicles, as for now they are smaller than traditional car tires and are used in machines.

Image Credit: Hankook
Trend Themes
1. Airless Tires - Airless tires are set to revolutionize the tire industry with their ability to provide stability and sustainability without the need for pneumatic pressure.
2. Sustainable Manufacturing - The use of innovative and eco-friendly materials in tire manufacturing will disrupt traditional practices and lead to more sustainable options.
3. Machine Tires - Airless tires for heavy machinery provide a more stable and durable option for industrial use and could disrupt traditional tire offerings for these types of vehicles.
Industry Implications
1. Automotive - The introduction of airless tires into the automotive industry could revolutionize the way tires are designed, manufactured, and used in the future.
2. Heavy Machinery - Airless tires for heavy machinery will disrupt the traditional tire offerings and offer a new and sustainable option for industrial use.
3. Tire Manufacturing - The development of materials technology that allows for the creation of airless tires could open the door to new manufacturing practices that are more sustainable and cost-efficient.
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