Tri-Layer Tire Repair Strip for Durable Puncture Sealing
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing tire repair methods are inefficient, inconvenient, and lack effectiveness in forming a secure seal after puncture repair.
Innovation Solution
A tire repair kit and method using a reamer, insertion tool, tri-layer rubber strips, and vulcanizing fluid to clear debris, apply adhesive, and form a four-layer seal within the puncture hole.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If traditional tire repair methods are used, then the repair process is simple, but the seal effectiveness and durability are insufficient
Solution Approach 1:
The repair system is divided into distinct functional modules: a reamer tool for clearing debris, a tri-layer rubber strip for sealing, and vulcanizing fluid for bonding. Each component performs a specific function, and their coordinated application creates a durable seal while maintaining operational simplicity through specialized tooling.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent employs a tri-layer rubber strip composed of different material properties: an outer layer for sealing, an inner layer for flexibility, and a middle layer for structural support. This composite structure enables the strip to form a reliable four-layer seal when folded into the puncture hole, significantly improving seal effectiveness compared to single-material repairs.
2Duration of action of stationary object
If simple patching methods are used, then the repair process is quick, but the durability of the repair is insufficient
Solution Approach 1:
The reamer tool is used beforehand to clear debris and prepare the puncture hole surface, ensuring optimal conditions for the rubber strip insertion. This preliminary preparation prevents future failure of the seal and ensures long-term durability without requiring extended repair time during the actual sealing process.
Solution Approach 2:
The vulcanizing fluid chemically alters the rubber strip and puncture hole surfaces, creating a permanent bond between the tri-layer strip and the tire. This chemical parameter change transforms the physical seal into a durable, permanent repair that maintains integrity over time and under stress.
3Reliability
If conventional repair materials are used, then the material cost is low, but the quality of the seal is insufficient
Solution Approach 1:
The tri-layer rubber strip uses composite material construction with distinct functional layers: an outer sealing layer, an inner flexible layer, and a middle structural layer. This composite design creates a superior four-layer seal when folded, providing enhanced seal quality and durability while remaining cost-effective through efficient material utilization.
Solution Approach 2:
Each layer of the tri-layer rubber strip has localized specific properties optimized for its function: the outer layer provides sealing, the inner layer provides flexibility for folding, and the middle layer provides structural support. This local quality differentiation ensures high seal quality throughout the repair area without requiring expensive materials throughout the entire structure.
4Reliability
If basic insertion tools are used, then the tool simplicity is high, but the ability to form a secure seal is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The repair system separates the insertion tool function from the sealing function by using a simple insertion tool combined with a tri-layer rubber strip that creates its own four-layer seal through folding. This segmentation allows the tool to remain simple while the multi-layer strip structure provides the secure seal, resolving the contradiction between tool simplicity and seal security.
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 method creates a strong, durable, and aesthetically pleasing seal by folding the tri-layer strip into the puncture hole, ensuring a permanent bond with the tire.
Implementation Method 1
applying the vulcanizing fluid to the puncture hole and the tri-layer strip; removing the insertion tool from the puncture hole causing a center portion of the tri-layer strip to fold forming a four-layer seal within the puncture hole, wherein the vulcanizing fluid causes an immediate reaction to bond the tri-layer strip to the tire
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AI summary
A method for repairing a tire including: (a) providing a reamer, an insertion tool with a receiving opening, a tri-layer strip, and vulcanizing fluid; (b) inserting the reamer into a puncture hole of a tire to clear debris; (c) applying the vulcanizing fluid; (d) inserting the tri-layer strip into the insertion tool; (e) inserting the insertion tool and tri-layer strip into the puncture hole; wherein the insertion tool extends linearly from a first end of a center base of a first bilateral elongated tool member and a cavity encasing extending from a second end of the center base of the first bilateral elongated tool member in an opposite direction configured for housing a plurality of the tri-layer strips; and (f) removing the insertion tool from the puncture hole causing a center portion of the tri-layer strip to fold forming a four-layer seal within the puncture hole.