Segmented overlay pieces attach to standard bases via nesting slots, resolving the trade-off between aesthetic customization and structural integrity.
Chemical etching removes the polymer layer to expose reinforcing fibers, resolving rim strength versus wet braking performance trade-offs.
CMT welding joins a steel disc to an aluminum rim, reducing wheel mass by 20% while maintaining structural integrity.
Hot forming device press hardens steel wheel rims to achieve high dimensional accuracy and operational strength.
A spoke fastening device uses a deformable elastomeric ferrule to engage wheel rim holes without specialized tools.
Resilient tabs on profiled sheet metal parts absorb height tolerance discrepancies to prevent wedging and maintain strong weld quality.
A fixture uses synchronized rollers and rubber sleeves to position balance blocks on vehicle hubs.
Segmented position fixing grooves guide a securing fastener to prevent relative sliding movement between the tire and rim.
An intermediary bush in the rim hole accommodates machining inaccuracies while maintaining an air seal without complex assembly.
Optimized flange geometry prevents tire demounting under lateral loads while increasing load capacity.
A wheel nut assembly uses a locking cap to secure the fastener via spline engagement.
Side outlets on a T-shaped air valve prevent occlusion by internal structures, ensuring uninterrupted deflation.
A vehicle rim incorporates predetermined weak points to absorb crash energy through plastic deformation.
A spoke wheel rim uses raised portions and recessed areas to reduce weight while maintaining structural stiffness.
A hollow annular wheel frame composed of equally sized thermoplastic prepreg bars achieves structural integrity through lamination and heating processes.
Laser ablation removes resin matrix to form macroscopic structures that interrupt water films, improving wet braking without weakening fiber integrity.