The Goodyear Spring Tire is Designed for Use on the Moon
Meghan Young — November 16, 2010 — Autos
Although the airless tire isn't something new, Goodyear Spring Tire's is rather impressive. Designed for NASA, it looks like a traditional tire that has been wrapped in chainmail, unlike the airless army tires that resemble bubble-wrapped craters.
Constructed out of 800 load bearing springs, the Goodyear Spring Tire can carry heavy vehicles over long distances. A winner at the 44th Annual R&D 100 Awards, this puncture-proof tire was designed for use on the Moon.
Constructed out of 800 load bearing springs, the Goodyear Spring Tire can carry heavy vehicles over long distances. A winner at the 44th Annual R&D 100 Awards, this puncture-proof tire was designed for use on the Moon.
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Airless Tires — Develop durable airless tires for use in industries that traverse rough terrains.
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Spring Tires — Create tires with unique designs and technologies that enable new capabilities in space exploration.
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Puncture-proof Tires — Introduce new materials and tire constructions that resist damage and extend longevity.
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Aerospace — Innovate space exploration vehicles and rovers with tires, wheels, and treads that withstand harsh extraterrestrial environments.
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Logistics and Warehousing — Equip heavy-duty machinery, forklifts, and other warehouse equipment with puncture-proof tires to reduce maintenance costs and downtime.
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Mining — Develop highly durable tires that can support the weight of mining vehicles and withstand the rough and abrasive surfaces of mining environments.
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