Embedded Tire Deformation Detection via Nesting

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing tire deformation detection methods are limited by cost, accuracy, and applicability, failing to provide reliable real-time information on tire conditions, which can lead to safety risks due to potential tire blow-outs and other safety issues.

Innovation Solution

A tire deformation detection system comprising a deformation detection structure mounted within the tire, equipped with a sensor array or optical waveguide structure that transmits data on mechanical deformations to a receiver, enabling real-time monitoring of tire conditions and road interactions.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Measurement precision

If external sensors or photo detection methods are used to detect tire deformation, then measurement capability is provided, but cost increases and accuracy is reduced

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvedeformation detection accuracyVSAvoidsystem cost
Core Design Contradiction:
Measurement precisionVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The detection structure is embedded within the tire itself, with sensor elements integrated into the tire layers. This nesting approach eliminates the need for external detection equipment while maintaining accurate deformation measurement, directly resolving the contradiction between measurement accuracy and system cost.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #7Nested doll (Nesting)

Solution Approach 2:

The patent replaces complex external mechanical sensor systems with a simplified embedded structure that uses the tire's own mechanical properties for detection. This substitution reduces device complexity and cost while preserving measurement precision.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #28Mechanics substitution (Replace mechanical system)

2Reliability

If external detection systems are used, then deformation monitoring is enabled, but reliability and real-time accuracy are compromised

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvedeformation detection reliabilityVSAvoiddetection system structure
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

By nesting the detection structure within the tire, the system achieves more reliable real-time deformation data since the sensors move with the tire and directly measure its structural changes. This eliminates reliability issues associated with external systems that may not accurately capture internal tire dynamics.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #7Nested doll (Nesting)

3Adaptability or versatility

If traditional detection methods are applied, then some tire conditions can be monitored, but applicability to wider array of tire conditions is limited

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveapplicability to tire conditionsVSAvoiddetection accuracy
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSMeasurement precision

Solution Approach 1:

The embedded detection structure is designed to monitor multiple tire conditions simultaneously, including deformation, pressure changes, and structural integrity. This multi-functional capability increases adaptability to various tire conditions while maintaining measurement precision through integrated sensing.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

Applied Scientific Principles

This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.

Function Achieved in This Case

The system provides accurate and reliable real-time information on tire deformation and other parameters, enhancing passenger and vehicle safety by detecting mechanical deformations and alerting operators to potential hazards.

Implementation Method 1

a deformation detection structure mounted within the tire and configured to detect mechanical deformation of the tire

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectMechanical deformation detection: Deformation

Data Source

PatentUS7472587B1Tire deformation detection
Publication Date: 2009.01.06 INFINEON TECHNOLOGIES AG
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AI summary

Embodiments of the invention are related to systems, methods, and apparatuses for detecting tire deformation. In one embodiment, a tire deformation detection system comprises a deformation detection structure, a transmitter, and receiver. The deformation detection structure can be mounted in a tire and configured to detect mechanical deformation of the tire. The transmitter can be configured to transmit data related to the mechanical deformation. The receiver can be configured to receive the data.