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27-06-2012 дата публикации

Противоударное устройство для шинного манометра с газовым ниппелем

Номер: RU0000117359U1
Автор: Чжитао ЛИ
Принадлежит: СТИЛМЭЙТ КО., ЛТД

1. Противоударное устройство для шинного манометра с газовым ниппелем, содержащее корпус и газовый ниппель, причем корпус содержит вогнутую сферическую поверхность, газовый ниппель содержит полую трубку, содержащую газовое впускное отверстие, газовое выпускное отверстие и шарнир, расположенный с наружной стороны газового выпускного отверстия в осевом направлении газового ниппеля и соединенный с указанной вогнутой сферической поверхностью универсальным образом, а на конце газового впускного отверстия образован слабый участок, толщина которого меньше толщины остальной части трубки. ! 2. Противоударное устройство по п.1, в котором слабый участок проходит поперек газового выпускного отверстия. ! 3. Противоударное устройство по п.1 или 2, которое дополнительно содержит: ! буферный участок, расположенный на корпусе шинного манометра с образованием вогнутой сферической поверхности и содержащий продольное щелевое отверстие, образованное в нем и проходящее через него насквозь; ! резьбовое отверстие, образованное в шарнире в осевом направлении газового ниппеля; и ! болт, проходящий через щелевое отверстие и резьбовое отверстие шарнира и скрепленный с резьбовым отверстием так, что положение головки болта ограничено щелевым отверстием. ! 4. Противоударное устройство по п.3, которое дополнительно содержит прокладку, расположенную между головкой болта и буферным участком. ! 5. Противоударное устройство по п.4, в котором прокладка содержит сквозное отверстие, образованное в ней и обеспечивающее прохождение болта; ! причем одна сторона прокладки, обращенная к буферному участку, выполнена в виде гладкой вогнутой сфер� РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) 117 359 (13) U1 (51) МПК B60C 23/04 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ТИТУЛЬНЫЙ ЛИСТ ОПИСАНИЯ ПОЛЕЗНОЙ МОДЕЛИ К ПАТЕНТУ (21)(22) Заявка: 2011123988/11, 15.07.2010 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: 15.07.2010 (73) Патентообладатель(и): СТИЛМЭЙТ КО., ЛТД (CN) R U Приоритет(ы): (30) ...

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Номер записи: 1
23-02-2012 дата публикации

Inflating valve for an inflatable object

Номер: US20120042962A1
Автор: Chun-Chung Tsai
Принадлежит: Dongguan Tiger Point Metal and Plastic Products Co Ltd

An inflating valve has a body and a valve disk. The body is hollow and has a passage defined through the body and a holding tab. The passage has an inner surface and a bottom opening defined in the bottom of the body. The holding tab is radially connected to the inner surface of the passage and has a holding hole defined through the holding tab. The valve disk is attached securely to the bottom of the body to close the bottom opening of the passage and has a holding rod formed on and protruding from the valve disk and engaging the holding hole in the holding tab. Accordingly, the valve disk can be automatically opened by the pressured air and automatically closed by the recoil force provided by the holding tab.

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Номер записи: 2
01-03-2012 дата публикации

Programmable tire monitoring device and its method of use

Номер: US20120050029A1
Автор: Chao-Ching Hu, San-chuan YU, Yuan-Tung Hung
Принадлежит: Cub Elecparts Inc

A programmable tire monitoring device includes a casing having an air nozzle on its one end and a set of pin-connection holes and a switch hole on its top side, a circuit board mounted in the casing and carrying a processor and a memory, a pressure sensor and a temperature sensor and an acceleration sensor electrically connected to the processor for sensing the pressure, temperature and acceleration of one tire of a car, a transmission interface for transmitting the measured data to a receiver in the car, a connection port installed in the circuit board corresponding to the pin-connection holes for enabling the circuit board to be connected with an external electrical connector, a battery set for providing the programmable tire monitoring device with the necessary electric power, a voltage sensor electrically connected to the processor for sensing the voltage of the battery set, and a power switch for switching on/off the circuit of the battery set. The invention relates also to the method of using the programmable tire monitoring device.

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Номер записи: 3
15-03-2012 дата публикации

Self-inflating tire assembly

Номер: US20120060993A1
Автор: Robert Allen Losey, Robert Leon Benedict
Принадлежит: Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co

A self-inflating tire assembly includes an air tube mounted within a tire sidewall groove. The air tube is in contacting engagement with opposite angled groove surfaces surrounding the air tube. A segment of the air tube is flattened from an expanded diameter to a flat diameter by bending and compression of the groove in a rolling tire footprint to force air evacuated from the flattened segment along a tube air passageway. The sidewall groove extends into an annular, axially extending, sidewall surface such as an axially oriented surface of a tire chafer protrusion located in non-contacting relationship with the rim.

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Номер записи: 4
26-04-2012 дата публикации

Method and device for locking tyres

Номер: US20120097309A1
Автор: Niklas Lilja, Tom Christensen
Принадлежит: NITOTEC SWEDEN AB

A method for locking a tyre to a wheel rim, includes the steps of mounting a tubular tyre locking element on the wheel rim, which tubular locking member is arranged with a valve, which valve is pushed through a hole in the rim; mounting a tyre on the rim such that the tyre encloses the tubular tyre locking element and a pressure chamber is obtained between the tyre locking element and the tyre; pressurizing the tubular tyre locking element via the valve such that it expands, whereby the beads of the tyre are pressed against the flanges of the wheel rim; inserting a hollow needle through the tyre and into the pressure chamber, which hollow needle is connected to a pressurized air source; pressurising the pressure chamber to desired pressure, removing the hollow needle; and sealing the hole caused by the needle with sealing fluid or plug.

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Номер записи: 5
03-05-2012 дата публикации

Tyre inflation valve connectable to a transducer

Номер: US20120103483A1
Автор: Gabriele Foglia, Matteo Gosi, Riccardo Dusi, Stefano Cazzanti
Принадлежит: WONDER SPA

A valve ( 30 ) for inflating tyres ( 10 ) of tyred wheels associable with a transducer ( 40 ) provided with electronic sensors for detection and transmission of certain operating parameters of the tyre ( 10 ), wherein the valve is arranged for being mounted on a rim ( 20 ) of a wheel for vehicles so that the valve ( 30 ) projects outside the rim ( 20 ) and the transducer ( 40 ) is positioned within a chamber ( 50 ) delimited by the tyre ( 10 ) and by the rim ( 20 ), said valve ( 30 ) comprising signalling means ( 70, 80 ) which, once the valve has been mounted, are visible from the outside of the wheel, where said signalling means are correlated univocally with the orientation of the transducer, and are arranged for indicating the position assumed by the transducer inside said chamber.

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Номер записи: 6
07-06-2012 дата публикации

Adapter Incorporating A TPMS Onto A Truck Tire Valve

Номер: US20120137763A1
Автор: William C. Falkenborg
Принадлежит: Individual

An adapter assembly for attaching a tire pressure monitor onto an inflation valve which incorporates a distal end flange. An adapter is included in the assembly that consists of a collar having a configuration sized to fit over and be internally retained by the valve distal end flange. An O-ring is positioned on the flange contiguously engaging the collar. A tire pressure monitoring cap is threadably attached to the collar which is disposed above and compresses the O-ring between the cap, collar and valve end flange. The adapter permits the tire pressure monitor to be attached, for use with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) and also prevents minor air leaks. A fourth embodiment incorporates an outward-extending integral arm formed with the collar for mounting the TPMS sensor on the drop center of the wheel.

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Номер записи: 7
21-03-2013 дата публикации

Tire status monitoring apparatus

Номер: US20130069775A1
Автор: Hee Bum LEE, Jong Hyeong Song, Jong In Na, Jong Woo Han, Kyoung Soo CHAE
Принадлежит: Samsung Electro Mechanics Co Ltd

Disclosed herein is a tire status monitoring apparatus including: a tire status measuring module installed in the inside of a tire to measure a tire status, thereby generating information on the tire status; an antenna valve transmitting the information on the tire status measured from the tire status measuring module and ventilating air to the tire according to the transmitted information on the tire status, thereby maintaining a constant air pressure in the inside of the tire; and a leaf spring having one end connected to the tire status measuring module and the other end connected to the antenna valve. Therefore, it is possible to reduce the number of processes such as hole forming and soldering processes for connection, have a simplified configuration, and easily connect and separate to between the tire status measuring module and the antenna valve.

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Номер записи: 8
04-04-2013 дата публикации

Air maintenance tire and pumping tube assembly and method

Номер: US20130081745A1
Автор: Andres Ignacio Delgado, Christopher David Dyrlund
Принадлежит: Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co

A tire has an elongate profiled sidewall groove extending into a first tire sidewall from an outward first sidewall surface. An elongate air tube is positioned within the elongate sidewall groove in contact with the groove sidewalls, the air tube having an external surface configuration corresponding with and seating within the internal sidewall configuration defining the sidewall groove. The air tube when subject to outward originating impinging force collapses from an expanded unstressed configuration into a collapsed configuration to allow the tube to insert through the groove entry opening and expand outwardly once within the sidewall groove to its unstressed configuration. The configuration of the groove sidewalls capture the air tube within the groove in its expanded unstressed configuration to prevent separation of the tube from the tire during use.

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Номер записи: 9
18-04-2013 дата публикации

Cap For A Valve Stem

Номер: US20130092306A1
Автор: Joseph F. White
Принадлежит: BASF SE

A cap for a valve stem includes a housing extending along an axis from a first end to a second end. A bore extends along the axis from the first end toward the second end and a cup-shaped wall extends circumferentially about the bore for receiving the valve stem. A threaded surface is disposed in the bore for threadedly engaging the valve stem. A flange extends from the first end transversely to the axis and circumferentially around the bore for abutting the rim of the wheel to stabilize the housing relative to the rim of the wheel. Ribs are radially spaced about the housing and extend outwardly from the wall of the housing to the flange reinforcing the housing relative to the flange.

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Номер записи: 10
09-05-2013 дата публикации

Rotary transmission leadthrough as part of a tire pressure regulating system of a vehicle

Номер: US20130112327A1
Автор: Tigges Martin
Принадлежит: PTG Reifendruckregelsysteme GmbH

A rotary transmission leadthrough as part of a vehicle tire pressure regulating system, comprising a rotor structural group that can be connected in a torque-connected manner to a shaft of the vehicle which supports a wheel, and a stator structural group stationarily mounted opposite the rotary movement of the rotor structural group. A sealable conduit between the rotor structural group and the stator structural group is a path for transferring gas from the stator structural group to the rotor structural group and/or the inverse to regulate tire pressure. The rotor structural group is multipartite. A first rotor part is a closed annular body that can be pushed on the vehicle shaft. A second rotor part mounted axially to the first rotor part and connected to it in a torque-connected manner is designed as a tensioning ring for connecting the rotor structural group to the vehicle shaft in a torque-connected manner. 110-. (canceled)11. A rotary transmission leadthrough as part of a tire pressure regulating system of a vehicle comprising:a rotor structural group;said rotor structural group connected to a shaft in a torque-connected manner;said shaft supporting a wheel;said rotor structural group comprising a stator structural group and a rotor structural group;said stator structural group stationarily arranged opposite the rotary movement of said rotor structural group;whereby a sealed or sealable annular transmission conduit is present between said rotor structural group and said stator structural group;said conduit a path for transferring a gas between said stator structural group and said rotor structural group for the purpose of regulating the tire pressure;wherein the rotor structural group is constructed in a multipartite manner;wherein a first rotor part is designed as a closed annular body that can be pushed on said shaft;wherein a second rotor part is arranged axially to the first rotor part and connected to it in a torque-connected manner; andwherein said ...

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Номер записи: 11
06-06-2013 дата публикации

Tire pressure monitor

Номер: US20130139582A1
Автор: Wen-Ping Liao
Принадлежит: Josn Electronic Co Ltd

A tire pressure monitor enables the TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) in a tire to detect and send a tire pressure signal from an air faucet to the outer side of the wheel rim by an antenna connecting line, and uses an insulation sleeve to isolate an electrical transmission between the air faucet and an external air faucet so that the whole external air faucet becomes an insulating and independent transmitting antenna which can be unaffected by the serious shield from the wheel rim or steel wire annulus. Therefore, the tire pressure can be measured directly by the tire pressure detector inside of the tire and the transmitting signal can be sent accurately to the receiver in the vehicle in order to enhance the reliability of measuring tire pressure and driving safety.

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Номер записи: 12
25-07-2013 дата публикации

Valve device for tubeless tire

Номер: US20130186536A1
Автор: Chin Chuan Lee
Принадлежит: BAO LEY Co Ltd

A wheel rim device includes a rim member having a bridge extending between two side walls, and a valve device having a valve stem engaged with the bridge and having a sealing member attached to the valve stem for engaging with the bridge and for anchoring the valve stem to the bridge of the rim member and for making an air tight seal between the valve stem and the rim member, and the sealing member includes a casing engaged onto the valve stem and engaged between the valve stem and the bridge for further making a solid and stable air tight seal between the valve stem and the rim member. The casing is engaged onto a flanged head of the valve stem for engaging with the bridge.

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Номер записи: 13
08-08-2013 дата публикации

Central Tire Inflation System Rotary Air Union

Номер: US20130199685A1
Автор: Gold Mark, LeClaire James, Nelson Christopher A.
Принадлежит:

A central tire inflation system for maintaining tire inflation on a vehicle is provided. The central tire inflation system includes a rotary union assembly having a housing that is coupled to and rotates with the hubcap. The housing is rotationally coupled to a stationary shaft. A flexible torque transfer shaft is connected to the stationary shaft on one end and to an axle plug on the other end. The axle plug has a hub forming, a bore where the hub is movable on a web of material. The flexible torque transfer shaft and hub have cooperative non-circular shapes to resist rotation. An air vent is provided in the rotary union assembly that is isolated from the lubrication area, which inhibits the pressurized air from the central tire inflation system from pressurizing the lubrication area. 1. A central tire inflation system for maintaining tire inflation on a vehicle , the central tire inflation system comprising:an axle plug shaped to cooperatively engage a hollow axle of a vehicle, the axle plug having a bore;a flexible torque transfer shaft having an upstream end shaped to cooperatively engage the bore of the axle plug and a downstream end opposite the upstream end, the flexible torque transfer shaft comprising an air conduit extending from the upstream end to the downstream end and an overmolding;a rotary air union assembly comprising a stationary shaft and a housing rotatably coupled to the stationary shaft, wherein the flexible torque transfer shaft overmolding couples the flexible torque transfer shaft and the stationary shaft and resists the rotation of the housing; anda fluid flow path contained in the housing of the rotary air union and in fluid communication with the air conduit.2. The central tire inflation system of wherein the axle plug comprises an overmolded cylindrical tube outer portion.3. The central tire inflation system of wherein the axle plug further comprises a hub having an inner surface defining the bore and a web connecting the hub to the ...

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Номер записи: 14
29-08-2013 дата публикации

APPARATUS FOR INTRODUCING AIR AND/OR SEALANT INTO A TIRE

Номер: US20130220483A1
Автор: Eckhardt Arnold
Принадлежит: SUMITOMO RUBBER INDUSTRIES, LTD.

An apparatus for introducing air and/or sealant into a tire includes a container for the sealant which has an inlet and an outlet and a pressure generating means, wherein the inlet of the container is connectable to the pressure generating means and the outlet of the container () is connected or connectable to the inlet end () of a hose () whose outlet end is connectable to the tire to be filled. A latchable coupling is provided for connecting the pressure generation means to the inlet of the container, with two latching levers () provided at the container () being designed to release the locking convection of the coupling on a movement of the respective free lever ends toward one another. 121-. (canceled)2210. An apparatus () for introducing air and/or sealant into a tire comprising{'b': '14', 'a container () for the sealant which has an inlet and an outlet, and'}a pressure generation means,{'b': 14', '14', '24', '20', '26, 'wherein the inlet of the container () is connectable to the pressure generation means and the outlet of the container () is connected or connectable to the inlet end () of a hose () whose outlet end () is connectable to the tire to be filled,'}{'b': 14', '50', '14', '56, 'wherein a lockable coupling is provided for connecting the pressure generation means to the inlet of the container (), with two locking levers () provided at the container () being designed to release the locking connection of the coupling on a movement of the respective free lever ends () toward one another.'}23. An apparatus in accordance with claim 22 , wherein the tire is a motor vehicle tire.24. An apparatus in accordance with claim 22 , wherein the pressure generation means is one of an electric pump and a compressor.2550. An apparatus in accordance with claim 22 , wherein the locking levers () are biased into a locking position.2650. An apparatus in accordance with claim 25 , wherein the locking levers () are elastically deformable and are biased into the locking ...

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Номер записи: 15
29-08-2013 дата публикации

STEER AXLE HIGH-TEMPERATURE WARNING SYSTEM

Номер: US20130220502A1
Автор: Hennig Mark Kevin
Принадлежит: EQUALAIRE SYSTEMS, INC.

A high temperature warning system for a vehicle steer axle an air pressure supply, a normally-closed valve in fluid communication with pressure supply, a heat sensitive control capable of opening the normally-closed valve upon a predetermined temperature, the heat sensitive control mounted adjacent to the wheel end assembly in a heat exchange relationship therewith, and a warning system connected to the air pressure supply for actuation upon opening of the normally-closed valve. 1. A high temperature warning system for a steer-axle wheel end assembly , the system comprising:an air pressure supply,a normally-closed valve in sealed fluid communication with the air pressure supply,a heat sensitive control capable of opening the normally-closed valve upon a predetermined temperature, the heat sensitive control mounted on or near the steer-axle wheel end assembly in a heat exchange relationship therewith, anda warning indicator connected to the air pressure supply for actuation upon opening of the normally-closed valve.2. The system of wherein the heat sensitive control forms part of the normally-closed valve.3. The system of wherein the normally-closed valve comprises a fusible plug and the heat sensitive control comprises a eutectic alloy capable of melting and opening the normally-closed valve upon a predetermined temperature.4. The system of claim 3 , the steer-axle wheel end assembly comprising a spindle having an inner face claim 3 , the system further comprising a valve block mounted to the inner face of the spindle in a heat exchange relationship therewith claim 3 , the normally-closed valve mounted to the valve block claim 3 , and the air pressure supply sealingly connected to the valve block in fluid communication with the normally-closed valve.5. The system of claim 3 , the steer-axle wheel end assembly comprising a spindle having a channel formed therein extending approximately along the central axis of the spindle about which a wheel may rotate claim 3 , the ...

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Номер записи: 16
03-10-2013 дата публикации

Emergency Pneumatic Tire Inflator

Номер: US20130255790A1
Автор: Cherry, SR. Timothy Alan
Принадлежит:

This is a pneumatic device used to transfer air from an inflated tire to a deflated tire using a flexible tube and methods of use. The transfer tube is flexible and allows sealed air to transfer through in one direction by using standard screw-on valve connectors on each end and a one-way check valve intersecting the tubing, thus preventing a loss of air from the tire being inflated using no other gauges or mechanical devices. 1. An emergency tire inflation tube which pneumatically transfers sealed air from an inflated tire , on or within a vehicle , to a non inflated tire , on or within the same vehicle within minutes. The transfer tube comprises: a flexible tubing; a standard screw on valve stem connector located at each end of the tubing; a one-way check valve device located within the tubing intersecting between the two screw-on stem connectors.2. The tire inflator of claim 1 , wherein said of flexible tubing comprises plastic claim 1 , vinyl claim 1 , rubber claim 1 , polyethylene claim 1 , polypropylene claim 1 , silicone claim 1 , polyurethane claim 1 , or pvc.3. The tire inflator of claim 2 , wherein the tubing comprising a rang in length of 9 feet (108 inches) to 14 feet (168 inches).4. The tire inflator of claim 1 , wherein the screw-on valve stem connector comprises metals such as brass claim 1 , but not limited to.5. The tire inflator of claim 1 , wherein the screw on valve stem connector is internally threaded whereas can be screwed onto a threaded valve stem of a tire.6. The tire inflator of claim 4 , wherein the standard screw-on valve stem connectors located on each end of the tubing allows the valves to open inside the stem of the tire allowing air move through in either direction.7. The tire inflator of claim 1 , wherein the one-way check valve is located within the tubing intersecting the flow of air between the screw-on valves located on each end of the tubing.8. The tire inflator of claim 6 , wherein the one-way check valve device located within ...

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Номер записи: 17
17-10-2013 дата публикации

VALVE STEM WITH AUXILIARY PORT

Номер: US20130269849A1
Автор: Fountain Peter N.M.I., Hennig Mark Kevin
Принадлежит: EQUALAIRE SYSTEMS, INC.

A valve stem may comprise an auxiliary port. Devices such as an air pressure gauge, a tire pressure monitoring system sensor, temperature gauges and one-way valves may be mounted to the auxiliary port. A valve stem with auxiliary port may be used in an automatic tire inflation system. A sleeve may be translatably mounted to the valve stem to cover and uncover the auxiliary port. 1. A wheel end assembly comprising a hubcap mounted to a wheel rotatable on an axle , the wheel-end assembly comprising:a rotary union in or mounted to the hubcap, the rotary union in sealed fluid communication with an air pressure supply;an air hose having a first end and a second end, the first end connected to the rotary union so as to allow air to flow from the air pressure supply through the air hose; anda valve stem mounted to the wheel so as to allow inflation of a pneumatic tire, the valve stem comprising a first one-way valve and an auxiliary port, wherein the second end of the air hose is connected to the valve stem so as to allow fluid communication of pressurized air therewith.2. The wheel end assembly of further comprising one of an air pressure gauge claim 1 , tire pressure monitoring system sensor claim 1 , temperature sensor and a second one-way valve claim 1 , mounted to the auxiliary port.3. The wheel end assembly of claim 2 , wherein the second one-way valve comprises a pressure relief valve oriented so as to be capable of releasing air from the pneumatic tire.4. The wheel end assembly of claim 3 , wherein the second one-way valve is oriented so as to be capable of allowing air to be added to the pneumatic tire.5. An automatic tire inflation system for a pneumatic tire mounted to a wheel claim 3 , the wheel having a hubcap mounted thereto claim 3 , the system comprising:an air pressure supply;a rotary union in or mounted to the hubcap, the rotary union in sealed fluid communication with the air pressure supply;an air hose having a first end and a second end, the first end ...

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Номер записи: 18
14-11-2013 дата публикации

Method for determining a pivoting angle of a wheel unit mounted onto a snap-in inflation valve

Номер: US20130304416A1
Автор: Youri Vassilieff
Принадлежит: Continental Automotive GmbH

A method for determining a pivoting angle (α) of a wheel unit ( 12 ) mounted onto a snap-in inflation valve ( 10 ) includes the following three phases: observation of a curve representing the effect of gravity on the radial acceleration A mes of a wheel of the vehicle on a sensing axis Y′ which is related to the wheel unit and is not parallel to the axis of rotation of the wheel, by spectrum analysis of the gravity curve at a sampling frequency F s greater than an assumed rotation speed ω of the wheel, deduction of the actual rotation speed ω of the wheel, and determination of the pivoting angle α according to the formula cos   α = A mes _ ω 2  × R , where ω is the actual angular speed deduced from the observation of the curve, A mes is a mean value of the corrected radial acceleration, and R is a standardized radius of the wheel.

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Номер записи: 19
23-01-2014 дата публикации

BYPASS AIR MAINTENANCE TIRE AND PUMP ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20140020805A1
Автор: "ODonnell Adam Joseph", BENEDICT Robert Leon, Crano Richard Nicholas, Gobinath Thulasiram, LIN CHENG-HSIUNG
Принадлежит:

An air maintenance tire and pump assembly includes a pair of inline valves are positioned on respective opposite sides of an in-tire air passageway inlet junction and a pair of outlet valves positioned at a downstream side of a respective inline valve. A bypass valve is further provided extending between the downstream valve sides of the inline valves, the bypass valve operative to open and bypass the flow of inlet air through the outlet valves to the tire cavity in the event that a tire cavity pressure is greater than a preset pressure level and close when a tire cavity pressure is less than the preset pressure level. 1. An air maintenance tire and pump assembly comprising:a tire having a tire cavity, first and second sidewalls extending respectively from first and second tire bead regions to a tire tread region;an elongate substantially annular air passageway enclosed within a bending region of the tire, the air passageway operatively closing and opening segment by segment as the bending region of the tire passes through a rolling tire footprint to pump air along the air passageway;an air inlet port assembly coupled to and in air flow communication with the air passageway at an inlet air passageway junction, the air inlet port assembly operable to channel inlet air from outside of the tire into the air passageway;a pair of substantially inline valves positioned on respective opposite sides of the inlet air passageway junction in air flow communication with the inlet port assembly; the inline valves operative to selectively open in respective opposite directions and pass a flow of the inlet air from an upstream valve side to a downstream valve side and into the air passageway,a pair of outlet valves, each outlet valve positioned in air flow communication with a downstream side of a respective inline valve, the valves operative to selectively open and conduct a flow of the inlet air from the downstream side of a respective inline valve to the tire cavity; anda ...

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Номер записи: 20
06-02-2014 дата публикации

Device for Adapting the Tire Pressure During Travel

Номер: US20140034202A1
Автор: András Voith, Attila Mihalyi, Janos Toth, Kornél Kantor
Принадлежит: Knorr Bremse Systeme fuer Nutzfahrzeuge GmbH

A device for adapting actual tire pressure of a tire of a wheel of a vehicle axle to a current setpoint tire pressure during travel includes a chassis-side central device and a wheel-related pneumatic pressure-control device. The pressure control device includes a second connection which is at the actual tire pressure. A control valve with an open position connects a first connection to the second connection, and with a blocking position blocks this connection. A pilot control valve performs pilot control of the control valve. The pressure control device also has a bypass line, which bypasses the control valve and the pilot control valve, connects the first connection to the second connection, and has a non-return valve which opens in the inflation direction of the tire and blocks in the deflation direction of the tire.

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Номер записи: 21
06-02-2014 дата публикации

DUAL WHEELS WITH INTERNAL AIR PASSAGEWAYS

Номер: US20140034203A1
Автор: Hobe Peter K., Marsaly Olivier, Noblanc Olivier L., Renson Christopher R., Rogers Larry K.
Принадлежит:

This invention describes a system to maintain equal pressure in a pair of dual tires, and also incorporates a valve mechanism that will prevent one dual wheel tire from going flat in the event the other dual wheel tire experiences a rapid air loss. Dual wheels are typically mounted on the vehicle hub with both wheel disc faces in direct contact with each other. To ensure equal pressure in both tires, this invention has air passageways machined into the wheels such that the air passageways meet at the interface between the wheels where the wheel disc faces are in direct contact. These junctions are sealed by a rubber seal or gasket. Both tires can then be inflated or deflated simultaneously through a standard air valve located on either wheel. Where a dual wheel arrangement requires the use of an intermediate piece between the dual wheels, air passageways can connect the two-piece wheels via intermediate air passageways going through the common intermediate piece. A dual pressure equalizing valve is connected to the air passageways and embedded into the wheels or intermediate piece. 1. An apparatus and system for maintaining pressure in dual tires via integration of internal air passageways and valves in wheel rims for said tires , comprising:a pair of circular coaxially mounted wheel rims, each having formed coaxially on opposite ends thereof outwardly flaring circumferential flange sections disposed to be engaged by the beads of tubeless tires mounted on said rims;wall sections extending transversely of the axis of each of said rims;a wheel-to-wheel interface Whereby said pair of wheel rims are connected together via respective wall sections; andan air channel in each said wheel rim, each said air channel being positioned to be in communication with a respective tire interior and with said other air channel via said wheel-to-wheel interface at a respective juncture ends.2. The apparatus and system described in claim 1 , wherein said wheel-to-wheel interface is ...

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Номер записи: 22
20-02-2014 дата публикации

Mattress and method of adjusting pressure of mattress

Номер: US20140047645A1
Автор: Dong Jin Kim, Jin Young Choi, Seong Chan Park, Sung Gon Kim, Young Jun Yu
Принадлежит: Ceragem Cellupedic Co Ltd

A mattress and a method of adjusting the pressure of a mattress are provided. The method includes a first process of measuring internal pressure before a user lies on a mattress having at least two zones in which cells having a closed inner space filled with fluid are formed, a second process of measuring an increase in the internal pressure of each cell occurring when the user lies on the mattress, and an average pressure adjusting process of adjusting an amount of the fluid introduced into each cell of the mattress based on a pressure variation caused by a difference between the internal pressure detected from each cell in the first process and the internal pressure detected from each cell in the second process.

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Номер записи: 23
20-03-2014 дата публикации

Device for Inflating a Bicycle/Motorcycle Tire

Номер: US20140076455A1
Автор: Joseph M. Craft
Принадлежит: Individual

My invention is a portable air transferring device, involving two identical clip-on valves at each end of a hollow tube. When the clip-on valves are each engaged, air flows through the hose between a good car tire and a partially or fully deflated bicycle or motorcycle tire. The invention is for use in emergencies or in remote locations when other conventional sources of compressed or pumped air are unavailable. The invention includes a method for operating the device.

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Номер записи: 24
20-03-2014 дата публикации

CENTRAL TIRE INFLATION SYSTEM PRESSURE REGULATOR

Номер: US20140076456A1
Автор: Kranz Mark J.
Принадлежит: STEMCO LP

An electronic pressure regulator is provided to regulate the pressure in one or more pneumatic tires that are selectively in fluid communication with a pressurized air source. The electronic pressure regulator may include a proportional MEMS valve that may be used to vary pressure behind a diaphragm in a method that provides a relatively fast response time and may experience relatively little wear over a relatively large number of cycles. 1. A central tire inflation system for use on a vehicle trailer , comprising:a pressurized gas source mounted on the vehicle trailer;a plurality of pneumatic tires mounted on the vehicle trailer; a regulation chamber having an inlet coupled with the pressurized gas source and an outlet coupled with one or more of the plurality of pneumatic tires;', 'a proportional MEMS valve coupled to the pressurized air source such that a control chamber is in fluid communication with the pressurized air source; and', 'a controller coupled with the pressure regulator and configured to control the proportional MEMS valve to control the fluid communication between the control chamber and the pressurized air source,', 'wherein the inlet is sealed off from the regulation chamber by a normally closed seal on an interior portion thereof, and the proportional MEMS valve controls the fluid communication between the control chamber and the pressurized air source to create a controlled pressure in the control chamber, and', 'wherein increased output pressure increases pressure in the regulation chamber to allow the normally closed seal to close at a first predetermined outlet pressure., 'a pressure regulator pneumatically coupled with the pressurized gas source and each of the plurality of pneumatic tires, the pressure regulator comprising2. The central tire inflation system of claim 1 , the seal comprises a spring loaded valve.3. The central tire inflation system of claim 1 , wherein the normally closed seal opens at a second predetermined outlet pressure ...

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Номер записи: 25
01-01-2015 дата публикации

Valve body for a snap-in valve and snap-in valve

Номер: US20150000763A1
Автор: Carla Recker, Gwenn Lelievre, Konstantin Efimov, Volker Haertel
Принадлежит: Continental Automotive GmbH

A valve body for a snap-in valve of a vehicle wheel includes a valve stem having a valve core and a jacket-shaped body connected fixedly to the valve stem having the valve core. The body is formed of a rubber mixture containing chloroprene rubber. A snap-in valve having the valve body is also provided.

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Номер записи: 26
05-01-2017 дата публикации

TIRE PRESSURE SENSOR ASSEMBLIES INCLUDING A TIRE PRESSURE SENSOR FOR MATING WITH AN OVER-INFLATION PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE IN AN AIRCRAFT WHEEL SYSTEM

Номер: US20170001484A1
Автор: Keller Steven T., Summers Paul L., Whittle Scott
Принадлежит: GOODRICH CORPORATION

A tire pressure sensor is provided. The tire pressure sensor comprises a sensor housing having a first engagement portion defining an opening. A pressure sensing element is within the sensor housing and is in fluid communication with the opening of the sensor housing. The tire pressure sensor is configured to engage and be in fluid communication with an over-inflation pressure relief valve. The over-inflation relief valve is engagable in a wheel of an aircraft wheel assembly. The tire pressure sensor is also disengagable from the over-inflation pressure relief valve. A tire pressure sensor assembly and an aircraft wheel system are also provided. 1. A tire pressure sensor comprising:a sensor housing having a first engagement portion defining an opening; anda pressure sensing element within the sensor housing and in fluid communication with the opening of the sensor housing,wherein the tire pressure sensor is configured to engage and be in fluid communication with an over-inflation pressure relief valve engagable in a wheel of an aircraft wheel assembly, the tire pressure sensor also disengagable from the over-inflation pressure relief valve.2. The tire pressure sensor of claim 1 , further comprising a connector for coupling the pressure sensing element to an electronic device capable of communicating with and reporting pressure data to an external device.3. The tire pressure sensor of claim 1 , wherein the tire pressure sensor is powered and interrogated by an external magnetic field.4. The tire pressure sensor of claim 1 , wherein a tire pressure sensor is configured to engage with the over-inflation pressure relief valve forming a tire pressure sensor assembly claim 1 , the over-inflation pressure relief valve comprising a frangible disk configured to rupture at a predetermined pressure within the tire pressure sensor assembly claim 1 , the tire pressure sensor in the tire pressure sensor assembly configured to monitor pressure when the frangible disk is intact.5. ...

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Номер записи: 27
07-01-2016 дата публикации

Manifold and central tire inflation system using the same

Номер: US20160001616A1
Автор: Hyun Jung Lee
Принадлежит: SHINSEUNG PRECISION INDUSTRY Ltd

Disclosed herein is a manifold for vehicles. The manifold has a rear-wheel air storage space which stores air to be supplied to rear tires, and a front-wheel air storage space which stores air to be supplied to front tires. Each of the air inlet and outlets, which receive external air and discharge air respectively, includes an air flow passage having a tapered shape.

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Номер записи: 28
02-01-2020 дата публикации

TIRE-PRESSURE-MONITORING SYSTEM

Номер: US20200001668A1
Автор: Buttimer Ryan, Camilleri Robert Henry
Принадлежит: FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES, LLC

A tire-pressure-monitoring system includes a flexible member including a stem and a bulb, a metal tube disposed coaxially in the stem, an attachment member, and a sensor housing fixed to the attachment member. The bulb includes an outer circumferential surface including a groove. The attachment member is adjacent the outer circumferential surface and includes a rib positioned in the groove. 1. A tire-pressure-monitoring system comprising:a flexible member including a stem and a bulb, the bulb including an outer circumferential surface including a groove;a metal tube disposed coaxially in the stem;an attachment member adjacent the outer circumferential surface and including a rib positioned in the groove; anda sensor housing fixed to the attachment member.2. The tire-pressure-monitoring system of claim 1 , wherein the metal tube is elongated from a first end in the stem away from the bulb to a second end outside the stem.3. The tire-pressure-monitoring system of claim 2 , wherein the first end of the metal tube is axially spaced from the attachment member.4. The tire-pressure-monitoring system of claim 1 , wherein the attachment member defines a cup receiving the bulb claim 1 , and the rib extends into the cup.5. The tire-pressure-monitoring system of claim 4 , wherein the rib extends circumferentially about the cup.6. The tire-pressure-monitoring system of claim 1 , wherein the attachment member and the sensor housing are integral.7. The tire-pressure-monitoring system of claim 1 , wherein the attachment member extends circumferentially about the outer circumferential surface.8. The tire-pressure-monitoring system of claim 1 , wherein the groove extends circumferentially 360° about the bulb.9. The tire-pressure-monitoring system of claim 8 , wherein the rib extends circumferentially 360° about the bulb in the groove.10. The tire-pressure-monitoring system of claim 1 , wherein the bulb includes a bore claim 1 , and the attachment member includes a port in fluid ...

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Номер записи: 29
03-01-2019 дата публикации

Front Axle Rotary Joint Assembly And The Tire Inflation System Made Therewith

Номер: US20190001762A1
Автор: Blessing Christopher D., Metzger Seth A., Sidders Jason M.
Принадлежит:

An axle assembly having a constant shaft disposed at least partially through a bearing hub assembly. The constant shaft defines a fluid conduit therethrough. A steering knuckle is disposed at least partially about the constant shaft. The axle assembly may include a bearing spacer disposed about the constant shaft, the bearing spacer being disposed at least partially axially between the bearing hub assembly and the steering knuckle. Additionally, a first rotary seal and a second rotary seal may be disposed radially between the bearing spacer and the constant shaft. The first and second rotary seals may at least partially define a fluid chamber in fluid communication with the constant shaft fluid conduit. Further, a port may be disposed through the bearing spacer, wherein the port is in fluid communication with the fluid chamber. 1. An axle assembly , comprising:a bearing hub assembly;a constant shaft disposed at least partially through said bearing hub assembly, wherein said constant shaft defines a fluid conduit therethrough;a steering knuckle disposed at least partially about said constant shaft;a bearing spacer disposed about said constant shaft, wherein said bearing spacer is disposed at least partially axially between said bearing hub assembly and said steering knuckle;a first rotary seal disposed radially between said bearing spacer and said constant shaft;a second rotary seal disposed radially between said bearing spacer and said constant shaft, wherein said first and second rotary seals at least partially define a fluid chamber in fluid communication with said fluid conduit; anda port disposed through said bearing spacer, wherein said port is in fluid communication with said fluid chamber.2. The axle assembly according to claim 1 , wherein said constant shaft further comprises:a first fluid conduit disposed through an outboard end, wherein said first fluid conduit is disposed coaxially with said constant shaft; anda second fluid conduit disposed through a ...

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Номер записи: 30
03-01-2019 дата публикации

Pressure measuring device

Номер: US20190001763A1
Автор: Benjamin Rothschild, Brian Jordan, Geoff Nichols
Принадлежит: SRAM LLC

A pressure measuring device for a bicycle has a housing that includes a pressure chamber. The pressure chamber has a valve disposed in a first opening and a second opening into or out of a tire assembly volume of a tire assembly. A sense element is in pressure communication with the pressure chamber along a flow path between the first and second openings.

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Номер записи: 31
13-01-2022 дата публикации

Automatic pressure valve for inflation / deflation of a pneumatic arrangement

Номер: US20220009298A1
Автор: Natalio Domingo Venica, Primo Antonio Colussi
Принадлежит: Col Ven SA

An Automatic pressure valve for the inflation—deflation of pneumatic arrangements comprises a main body (102) with an inlet connector (103) communicated with a pressurized air supply network an outlet connector connected to a pneumatic arrangement and a mechanical means which allows for a total or partial air passage or blockage to perform inflation—deflation operations of the pneumatic arrangement in a faster and practical way. The mechanical means comprises a main movable plunger (116) having an inner stepped through channel (117), a spring (120) arranged on a seat (121) defined in the inner stepped channel (117), an inflation plunger (122) operatively retained by said spring (120), a proximal movable end (126) within a first inner chamber (105), a reduced middle section (119), and a distal movable end (128) having a smaller diameter than the proximal end (126) and arranged within a second inner chamber (106)

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Номер записи: 32
08-01-2015 дата публикации

Wheel and Air Pressure Adjusting Device

Номер: US20150007920A1
Автор: TANNO Atsushi
Принадлежит:

A wheel is configured by attaching a rim and a hub mounting part via an attaching portion. The wheel has a pneumatic tire mounted on the rim, and is mounted on the vehicle hub by the hub mounting part. The wheel comprises an air passage that penetrates through the attaching portion and opens on the outer circumferential surface of the rim and the mounting surface of the hub mounting part. The wheel also comprises a plurality of air passages that are mutually independent. 1. A wheel , formed by attaching a rim and a hub mounting part via an attaching portion , having a pneumatic tire mounted on the rim , and mounted on a vehicle by the hub mounting part , the wheel comprisingan air passage that penetrates through the attaching portion and opens an outer circumferential surface of the rim and a mounting surface of the hub mounting part.2. The wheel according to claim 1 , comprising a plurality of the air passages that are mutually independent.3. The wheel according to claim 1 , comprising air connection valves which open the air passages when the wheel is mounted on a vehicle and close the air passages when the wheel stands alone.4. The wheel according to claim 1 , wherein the attaching portion has spokes and has the air passages inside the spokes.5. The wheel according to claim 1 , wherein the attaching portion has a disk and has the air passages inside the disk.6. The wheel according to claim 1 , wherein the hub mounting part has a plurality of bolt holes and is mounted on the vehicle via bolts inserted into the bolt holes claim 1 ,the attaching portion has a plurality of the air passages, andon the mounting surface of the hub mounting part, the bolt holes and the openings of the air passages are alternately disposed around the rotational axis of the hub mounting part.7. The wheel according to claim 1 , wherein the air passages have a plurality of the openings on the outer circumferential surface of the rim claim 1 , and the plurality of openings have mutually ...

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Номер записи: 33
20-01-2022 дата публикации

BALL AND SOCKET ARTICULATING TPM SENSOR

Номер: US20220016945A1
Автор: "OBrien Thomas J.", WESTON MICHAEL D.
Принадлежит:

A tire monitoring apparatus comprises a sensor housing having a connection part integrated with the sensor housing, the connection part having an elongated opening and a corresponding mounting feature in a wheel rim, wherein a screw extends through the elongated opening and connects with the corresponding mounting feature in the wheel rim, thereby when the screw is not tightened fully, the sensor housing can be rotated with respect to the corresponding mounting feature in the wheel rim, and when the screw is tightened fully, the sensor housing is secured in place and does not rotate with respect to the corresponding mounting feature in the wheel rim. 1. A tire pressure monitoring device , comprising:a sensor housing comprising an outer casing that defines an internal space, wherein the sensor housing includes a top surface and a bottom surface;extending from and beyond the bottom surface are at least two foot portions, the at least two foot portions being proximate to a first edge of the sensor housing;a pressure sensor device located at least partially inside the internal space and communicatively connected to an area outside of the sensor housing, to measure pressure in an area outside of the housing;a signal transmitter that interfaces with the pressure sensor and relays an electromagnetic signal that represents detected pressure outside of the sensor housing, the signal being detectable by a receiver that is remote from the sensor housing;a connection part integrated with the sensor housing, the connection part being located proximate to a second edge of the housing that is opposite to the first edge, and that is distal from the at least two foot portions;the connection part comprising a concave portion facing internally toward a recessed portion of the sensor housing, the concave portion having an elongated opening defined therein that extends at least partially in a direction perpendicular to the second edge;the connection part has a convex valve mating ...

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Номер записи: 34
11-01-2018 дата публикации

ASSEMBLY FOR A TIRE INFLATION SYSTEM AND THE TIRE INFLATION SYSTEM MADE THEREWITH

Номер: US20180009278A1
Автор: FOOR William J., STRANDLUND STEVEN J.
Принадлежит: Dana Limited

An assembly for a tire inflation system includes a tire stem. A housing is engaged with a first end of the tire stem. The housing comprises a fluid conduit extending therethrough and a first adapter secured to a second adapter. The second adapter receives the first end of the tire stem and a first end of the first adapter. The first end of the tire stem and the first end of the first adapter abut each other. A valve is disposed in the fluid conduit and positioned within the first adapter. A depressor member is attacked to the first end of the first adapter and provided in the fluid conduit. The depressor member extends away from the valve and toward the tire stem. A seal member is disposed in a groove in the second adapter and provided around an outer surface of the tire stem. 1. An assembly for a tire inflation system , comprising:a tire stem;a housing engaged with a first end of the tire stem, the housing comprising a fluid conduit extending therethrough and a first adapter secured to a second adapter, the second adapter receiving the first end of the tire stem and a first end of the first adapter, wherein the first end of the tire stem and the first end of the first adapter abut each other;a valve disposed in the fluid conduit and positioned within the first adapter;a depressor member attached to the first end of the first adapter and provided in the fluid conduit, the depressor member extending away from the valve and toward the tire stem; anda seal member disposed in a groove in the second adapter and provided around an outer surface of the tire stem.2. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein the tire stem is in fluid communication with the housing at the first end thereof and is in fluid communication with a tire at a second end thereof.3. The assembly of claim 1 , further comprising a hose assembly received in and permanently attached to the first adapter and in fluid communication with the fluid conduit.4. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein the valve provides ...

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Номер записи: 35
14-01-2021 дата публикации

SELF-INFLATION DEVICE FOR A TIRE

Номер: US20210008936A1
Автор: ALMOG Eran
Принадлежит: Yadin TRP LTD

A self-inflation device for maintaining pressure in a tire includes a piston compartment, a piston, and an intake opening for fluidically connecting the piston compartment to ambient atmosphere. A valve controls airflow between the piston compartment and the inner space of the tire. Airflow between the piston compartment and the inner space is allowed when the valve is opened and prevented when the valve is closed. The piston is movable within the piston compartment between an air intake position, in which the intake opening fluidically connects the piston compartment and the ambient atmosphere, and a compression position, in which the piston fluidically seals the piston compartment from the intake opening, thereby creating a compression chamber. The piston opens and closes the valve, and cycles between the air intake and the compression positions, through application of centrifugal force onto the self-inflation device by rotation of the tire. 1. A self-inflation device for maintaining pressure in a tire , comprising:a piston compartment,a piston housed in the piston compartment,an intake opening configured to be external to an inner space of the tire when the self-inflation device is installed in an operational position, the intake opening configured for fluidically connecting the piston compartment to ambient atmosphere external to the inner space, anda valve for controlling airflow between the piston compartment and the inner space of the tire, wherein airflow between the piston compartment and the inner space is allowed when the valve is opened and prevented when the valve is closed; an air intake position in which the intake opening fluidically connects the piston compartment and the ambient atmosphere, and', 'a compression position, in which the piston fluidically seals the piston compartment from the intake opening, thereby creating a compression chamber; and, 'wherein the piston is movable within the piston compartment between'}wherein, when the self- ...

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Номер записи: 36
10-01-2019 дата публикации

Tire pressure control system and components

Номер: US20190009623A1
Автор: Konstantinos Tsiberidis, Martin P. SPINDLER
Принадлежит: ILLINOIS TOOL WORKS INC, KT Projektentwicklungs GmbH

The invention has proposed a tire valve for controlled filling and emptying of a tire, having a valve body and a filling conduit, which is routed in the valve body from a valve inlet to a valve outlet and in which a filling valve is provided. In order to be able to perform an emptying of the tire, an emptying conduit, which is separated from the filling conduit in a pressure-tight manner, is formed in the valve body and includes an emptying valve, and from this emptying conduit an emptying opening leads through the valve body to the outside, wherein a shut-off element of the emptying valve is coupled to an element, which is movable by means of pressure medium loading, in such a way that a movement of the movable element, which is brought about by means of pressure medium loading in the filling conduit, moves the shut-off element of the emptying valve into an open position.

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Номер записи: 37
09-01-2020 дата публикации

ELECTRONIC MODULE HOUSING AND ELECTRONIC UNIT FOR MEASURING OPERATING PARAMETERS OF A VEHICLE WHEEL

Номер: US20200009926A1
Автор: Capdepon Gilles, GAUGAIN Frederic, GOUT Olivier
Принадлежит:

A housing for an electronic module for an electronic unit for measuring operating parameters of the wheel of a vehicle which is able to collaborate with a “snap-in” type inflation valve, including a valve body made of an elastomer material, provided with a longitudinal axial bore and intended to extend through an orifice made in a rim, and a hollow tubular core made of a rigid material. A front face of the electronic module housing being connected to the inflation valve using a connecting device. The electronic module is configured to prevent the electronic module from pivoting about an axis defined by the housing connecting device. 2. The housing for an electronic module as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the means preventing the electronic module from pivoting comprise:means for blocking the rotation of the electronic module which are able to collaborate with the rim of the wheel intended to accept the electronic unit;means for pressing against the electronic module which are able to collaborate with the rim and the tire of the wheel intended to accept the electronic unit.3. The housing for an electronic module as claimed in wherein the means for blocking the rotation of the electronic module comprises a widening of said housing at least in its portion on the side of the front face able to be positioned facing the inflation valve claim 1 , and the means for pressing against the electronic module comprises a chamfered or rounded shape of said housing in the direction of its portion on the side of the rear face.4. The housing for an electronic module as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the means for blocking rotation and the means for pressing against the electronic module comprises tabs extending from the corners of a lower edge of said housing claim 1 , which is able to be positioned facing the rim.5. The housing for an electronic module as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the means for blocking rotation and the means for pressing against the electronic module comprises a ...

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Номер записи: 38
09-01-2020 дата публикации

Mouthpiece

Номер: US20200011441A1
Автор: Hisao EMI
Принадлежит: Originalbox Co ltd

A mouthpiece includes: a mouthpiece main body portion including a tubular member to which an air supply device is connected on one end side and a tire valve is connected on the other end side; an annular protruding portion which is formed at a required position on the outer circumferential portion of the mouthpiece main body portion; a tire valve insertion hole provided in a tire-valve-side tip portion of the mouthpiece main body portion; an O-ring arranged on the air supply device side inside the tire valve insertion hole; and a back-up ring that presses the O-ring from the air supply device side of the O-ring; an actuation body having a substantially convex shape in which a cylindrical tip portion is reduced in diameter.

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Номер записи: 39
21-01-2016 дата публикации

TIRE PRESSURE SENSOR MODULES, TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM, WHEEL, METHODS AND COMPUTER PROGRAMS FOR PROVIDING INFORMATION RELATED TO A TIRE PRESSURE

Номер: US20160016445A1
Автор: LANGE Thomas, Peine Andre
Принадлежит:

A first tire pressure sensor module is configured to provide information related to a pressure of a tire of a vehicle and comprises a pressure sensor configured to determine the information related to the pressure of the tire. The pressure module further includes a controller configured to selectively operate the tire pressure sensor module in an active state and in an inactive state, wherein an energy consumption of the tire pressure sensor module is lower in the inactive state than in the active state. The controller is further configured to control an output of the information related to the pressure of the tire in the active state, and operate the tire pressure sensor module in the inactive state based on determining that information related to a velocity of the tire indicates a velocity above a threshold.

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Номер записи: 40
16-01-2020 дата публикации

TIRE PRESSURE SENSOR

Номер: US20200016944A1
Автор: QIU Longxue
Принадлежит:

The disclosure relates to the field of automobile detection apparatus technologies, and provides a tire pressure sensor including: a sensor body, a valve assembly connected to the sensor body, a locking member, a resilient member, and a button; wherein a fixture block assembly is disposed at a connecting end of the valve assembly; the locking member is disposed within the sensor body, and the locking member limiting the fixture block assembly when the connecting end is inserted into the sensor body; the button is disposed within the sensor body, and when the button receives an external force, the button transmits an external force to the fixture block assembly, so that the locking member relieves limiting of the fixture block assembly. An entire process of installation and disassembly of the tire pressure sensor becomes simpler and faster. 1. A tire pressure sensor , comprising: a sensor body , a valve assembly connected to the sensor body , a locking member , and a button;wherein, a fixture block assembly is disposed at a connecting end of the valve assembly; the locking member is disposed within the sensor body; when the connecting end is inserted into the sensor body, the locking member limits the location of the fixture block assembly; and the button is disposed on the sensor body, when the button receives an external force, the button transmits the external force to the fixture block assembly, so that the locking member relieves limiting of the fixture block assembly.2. The tire pressure sensor according to claim 1 , wherein the tire pressure sensor further comprises a resilient member claim 1 , the resilient member being disposed between the locking member and the button claim 1 , and the resilient member abutting against the button.3. The tire pressure sensor according to claim 2 , wherein an accommodating groove for accommodating the locking member claim 2 , the resilient member claim 2 , and the button is disposed within the sensor body.4. The tire pressure ...

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Номер записи: 41
22-01-2015 дата публикации

RELIEF VALVE

Номер: US20150020895A1
Автор: Kutella James D.
Принадлежит: K-Pump Inc.

A relief valve is configured to fit between the outlet of a hand pump and the inlet of an inflatable device to prevent the inflatable device from being inflated beyond a desired pressure. The relief valve can also be used to bleed excess air out of an inflatable device that is above its desired pressure. 1. A relief valve for placement between a source of pressurized air and an inflatable device , comprising:(a) a housing having an inlet configured to communicate fluidly with a source of pressurized air and an outlet configured to communicate fluidly with an inlet in an inflatable device;(b) an exhaust port located in said housing between said inlet and said outlet;(c) a valve associated with said exhaust port, said valve being movable between a closed position where pressurized air in said housing cannot escape through said exhaust port and an open position where pressurized air in said housing can escape through said exhaust port;(d) said valve being biased to said closed position until the pressure in said housing reaches a predetermined level.2. The relief valve of wherein said source of pressurized air is a hand pump having a circular cross-sectioned cylindrical outlet claim 1 , said inlet being a circular cross-sectioned cylinder that matingly receives said cylindrical outlet.3. The relief valve of further comprising:(a) said valve having a head and a shaft which extends perpendicular from said head;(b) a compression spring which surrounds said shaft;(c) a stop located at a distal end of said shaft;(d) a keeper which releasably attaches to said stop;(e) a spring which fits over said shaft and extends between said head and said keeper;(f) said spring being compressed between said head and said keeper.4. The relief valve of wherein said keeper includes a tab which is configured to allow positioning said keeper in the desired rotational position relative to said spring.5. The relief valve of wherein said keeper has a length which determines the amount which said ...

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Номер записи: 42
24-04-2014 дата публикации

Method of assemblying a segmented vein air pump in a tire

Номер: US20140109405A1
Автор: Cheng-Hsiung Lin, Robert Allen Losey, Robert Leon Benedict, Robin Lamgaday, Thulasiram Gobinath
Принадлежит: Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co

A method of assembling an air pump in a tire is provided including: opening an axial air passageway of an elongate flexible air tube at one end; inserting one by one a plurality of one-way check valves into the air passageway from the one end to form an axial array of spaced apart check valves along the air passageway, each check valve having an external nominal width greater than a nominal width of the air tube passageway; establishing a press fit engagement between each check valve and air tube internal sidewalls defining the air passageway to place each check valve at a respective preferred position within the air passageway; retaining the check valves in the respective preferred positions within the air passageway by radial pressure from the air tube internal sidewalls and closing the one end of the flexible air tube.

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Номер записи: 43
28-01-2021 дата публикации

TUBELESS VALVE ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20210023895A1
Автор: IV Charles Raymond, Teixeira
Принадлежит:

A bicycle wheel comprises a rim and a valve assembly. The rim includes a radially inner wall having an inner opening and a radially outer wall having an outer opening. A first portion of the rim includes a first securing feature (e.g., inner threads). The valve assembly is positioned in the inner opening and outer opening and includes a second securing feature (e.g., outer threads) engaging the first securing feature. The rim can include a plate that defines the first engaging feature. The valve assembly preferably includes a valve stem and a resilient bumper coupled to the valve stem and aligned with a second portion of the rim. The valve assembly can further include a seal member compressed between the valve stem and the rim. Preferably, the seal member is positioned in an annular groove in an underside of an enlarged head of the valve stem. 1. An apparatus comprising: an axle;', 'a hub mounted for rotation on the axle;', 'a rim mounted for rotation with the hub, the rim including a radially inner wall having an inner opening and a radially outer wall having an outer opening,', 'a receptacle having a slot and a cam surface; and', 'a valve assembly positioned in the inner opening and the outer opening, the valve assembly including a post having a tab that is configured to extend through the slot and slide against the cam surface., 'a bicycle wheel comprising2. The apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising an insert coupled to the rim claim 1 , wherein the insert includes the receptacle claim 1 , and wherein the insert is coupled to the radially outer wall at the outer opening.3. The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the insert is secured to the radially outer wall with adhesive or fasteners.4. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the cam surface is disposed along an underside of the receptacle.5. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the receptacle includes an opening that is aligned with the outer opening and the inner opening.6. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the ...

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Номер записи: 44
24-04-2014 дата публикации

SELF-INFLATING TIRE

Номер: US20140110030A1
Автор: Krempel Benjamin J.
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A self-inflating inner tube with a pumping mechanism is provided. The self-inflating inner tube employs a non-elastic band that constrains the tube from expanding completely within the tire-rim cavity thereby creating a low pressure zone. The pumping mechanism is placed in the low pressure zone and compresses as load is applied to the section of wheel thereby pushing air into the inner tube. As the wheel rotates the load is removed and the pumping mechanism returns to its original shape drawing in air for the next pumping cycle. 1. A self-inflating inner tube in a tire , comprising:(a) an inner tube having a non-elastic band for constraining said inner tube from expanding beyond a threshold for said inner tube within a tire-rim chamber, whereby said non-elastic band creates a lower pressure zone for said inner tube compared to the rest of said inner tube; and(b) a pumping mechanism near said non-elastic band and in said lower pressure zone, wherein said pumping mechanism draws air from the atmosphere into chambers of said pumping mechanism when said pumping mechanism is in a non-compressed state during a rotating cycle of said tire, and pumps said drawn atmospheric air from said chambers into said inner tube when said pumping is in a compressed state when load is applied to said lower pressure zone during said rotating cycle of said tire, thereby self-inflating said inner tube.2. The self-inflating inner tube as set forth in claim 1 , further comprising a valve control mechanism for directing said drawn atmospheric air from said pumping mechanism into said inner tube.3. The self-inflating inner tube as set forth in claim 2 , wherein a pressure setting for said valve control mechanism can be adjusted remotely.4. The self-inflating inner tube as set forth in claim 2 , wherein a pressure setting for said valve control mechanism can be toggled by a user using discrete pressures.5. The self-inflating inner tube as set forth in claim 1 , wherein said chambers of said ...

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Номер записи: 45
17-02-2022 дата публикации

ADAPTER, TYRE PARAMETER MONITORING SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR MOUNTING A TYRE PARAMETER MONITORING SYSTEM ONTO A WHEEL RIM

Номер: US20220048341A1
Автор: ATANASOE ILIE, DRUTA PAUL
Принадлежит: Continental Automotive GmbH

Adapter, tyre parameter monitoring system and method for mounting a tyre parameter monitoring system onto a wheel rim In an embodiment, a tyre parameter monitoring system () is provided that comprises an electronic module () with a fitting () for a snap-in valve, a ball stud () coupled to the fitting () and a valve stem () for a clamp-in valve. The valve stem () has a ball socket () that is coupled to the ball stud () for form a ball joint such that the valve stem () is positionable at different angles to the electronic module (). 1. A tire parameter monitoring system , comprising:an electronic module with a fitting for a snap-in valve;a ball stud coupled to the fitting; anda valve stem for a clamp-in valve, the valve stem having a ball socket that is coupled to the ball stud to form a ball joint such that the valve stem is positionable at different angles to the electronic module.2. The tire parameter monitoring system according to claim 1 , wherein a connection stem extends from the ball stud wherein the connection stem is coupled to the fitting of the electronic module.3. The tire parameter monitoring system according to claim 2 , wherein the fitting comprises an aperture and the connection stem extends through the aperture.4. The tire parameter monitoring system according to claim 2 , wherein the connection stem comprises an inner thread and is secured to the fitting by a screw engaging with the inner thread claim 2 , the screw being positioned on an opposing side of the fitting to the connection stem.5. The tire parameter monitoring system according to claim 4 , wherein the fitting comprises a mounting plate comprising the aperture and one or more lateral gusset plates.6. The tire parameter monitoring system according to claim 5 , further comprising a nut claim 5 , a washer and a seal claim 5 ,wherein the position of the valve stem with respect to the electronic module is fixed by securing the nut, the washer and the seal to a distal end of the valve stem and ...

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Номер записи: 46
17-02-2022 дата публикации

You got air!

Номер: US20220048343A1
Автор: Patricia Annie Thomas, Terri Gaylor Sizemore
Принадлежит: Individual

This air transferring apparatus is a system for conducting air flow which includes the air chuck for receiving or giving air, a crimp attached to the hose to allow the air chuck to remain engaged to the hose, the hose to supply air from one high pressure tire to the low pressure tire, and clamp to be placed on the valve stem to stay engaged with no assistance.

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Номер записи: 47
01-05-2014 дата публикации

REDUCED WEIGHT WHEEL CONFIGURED FOR USE WITH VALVE STEM AND OR TIRE SENSOR

Номер: US20140116593A1
Автор: Lucaora Luigi
Принадлежит: WHEEL PROS, LLC

A wheel having a recess thereon to offset the weight of a valve stem and/or a tire sensor so that the wheel will be balanced for normal operational use on a vehicle. 1. A wheel system comprising:a wheel body comprising a rim located about a hub, the rim having inner and outer surfaces and defining a bore which extends therethrough, the outer surface configured to receive a tire thereon;a valve stem located within the bore of the rim;a tire sensor located on the wheel;the rim defining a recess located along the inner surface; andwherein the recess is configured to reduce the weight of the wheel to generally offset the increase in weight created by the valve stem and the tire sensor so that the weight of the combination of the wheel, valve stem, and tire sensor is balanced for normal operational use without needing additional weights positioned along the rim for balancing.2. The wheel system of claim 1 , wherein the tire sensor is located proximate the valve stem.3. The wheel system of claim 1 , wherein the tire sensor is attached to the valve stem.4. The wheel system of claim 3 , wherein the recess claim 3 , the valve stem claim 3 , and the tire sensor are located along a common radial axis of the wheel.5. The wheel system of claim 4 , wherein the weight of the wheel is reduced by between approximately seven grams and approximately thirteen grams by the recess in the inner surface of the rim.6. The wheel system of claim 5 , wherein the weight of the wheel is reduced by between approximately nine grams and approximately eleven grams by the recess in the inner surface of the rim.7. The wheel system of claim 6 , wherein the weight of the wheel is reduced by approximately ten grams by the recess in the inner surface of the rim.8. The wheel system of claim 4 , wherein the recess is located proximate to a lateral edge of the wheel between the valve stem and the lateral edge of the wheel.10. A method of manufacturing a wheel claim 4 , comprising:providing a wheel body ...

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Номер записи: 48
04-02-2021 дата публикации

TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR WITH VARIABLE ANGLE MOUNTING

Номер: US20210031572A1
Автор: "OBrien Thomas J.", McClurg David H.
Принадлежит:

A tire monitoring system with mounting features on a housing provide for positioning through a wide range of angles. Accordingly, the system can be positioned on a variety of wheel rim/valve combinations. The tire monitoring apparatus includes two opposed wings provided on the housing to facilitate the range of positioning angles at which the housing can be positioned with respect to a valve base. Each opposed wing has a same exterior surface radius of curvature and the wings are clamped between a base plate and a clamp plate at the desired angle. 1. A tire monitoring system , comprising:a housing;a mounting structure disposed on the housing; anda clamp assembly configured to couple to the mounting structure and to a tire valve, to maintain the housing at an angle, with respect to the tire valve, within a predetermined range of angles.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the mounting structure comprises:first and second mounting wings provided on the housing, each wing including a respective inner ledge of a first radius of curvature value and a respective exterior surface of a second radius of curvature value, a threaded screw;', 'a base plate having a first surface with a flat peripheral area defined on the first surface, a flat second surface and an opening defined in the base plate from the first surface to the second surface; and', 'a clamp plate having a first convex surface with the first radius of curvature value, a second surface and an opening defined in the clamp plate from the first surface to the second surface., 'wherein the clamp assembly comprises3. The system of claim 2 , wherein:the flat second surface of the base support is configured to be positioned adjacent a proximal end of the tire valve,a respective portion of the exterior surface of each of the first and second mounting wings is configured to be positioned on a respective portion of the peripheral area of the first surface,the clamp plate is configured to be positioned against each of the ...

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Номер записи: 49
09-02-2017 дата публикации

INLET AIR PASSAGE SCREW ASSEMBLY FOR AN AIR MAINTENANCE TIRE

Номер: US20170036501A1
Автор: GRIFFOIN Jean-Claude Patrice Philippe, Haegel Yannick Raymond Georges, Middelberg Jason Mark, Reinardt Ralf, Severens Frank Pierre
Принадлежит:

An air maintenance tire assembly having an elongate air pumping sidewall air passageway includes an inlet air passage screw assembly inserted through a tire sidewall profiled bore to conduct air from outside the tire into a regulator positioned within a tire cavity. The screw assembly includes a screw body having at an outer end a large-diameter filter housing, a smaller-diameter midsection shank portion, and an inner large-diameter valve housing connecting to the regulator within the tire cavity. A valve mechanism seats within the valve housing and moves between an open position conducting air from the screw body into the regulator assembly and a closed position preventing a backflow of air from the regulator assembly. 1. An air maintenance tire assembly comprising:a tire having a tire cavity defined by an inner liner, the inner liner bounded by first and second sidewalls extending to a tire tread region;the first sidewall having an elongate sidewall air passageway, the air passageway operatively located to compress segment-by-segment from an expanded diameter to a substantially reduced diameter responsive to a bending strain introduced into the first sidewall from a rolling tire footprint to compress air along the sidewall air passageway;an outlet air passageway assembly connecting to the sidewall air passageway and directing compressed air from the sidewall air passageway into the tire cavity;a regulator assembly positioned adjacent the tire inner liner operative to control pressurized air flow into the tire cavity;an inlet air passage screw assembly comprising an elongate screw body extending through an axial span of the first sidewall and the screw body having an elongate internal air pathway operative to conduct air through the screw body;a valve housing at an inward end of the screw body, the valve housing having a valve socket extending into a remote end of the valve housing in an air flow communication with the screw body internal air pathway, and the valve ...

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Номер записи: 50
09-02-2017 дата публикации

OUTLET SCREW ASSEMBLY FOR AN AIR MAINTENANCE TIRE

Номер: US20170036502A1
Автор: GRIFFOIN Jean-Claude Patrice Philippe, Reinardt Ralf, Schuhmann Wolfram Guenther, Severens Frank Pierre
Принадлежит:

An air maintenance tire assembly includes an air pumping passageway located within a tire sidewall to generate compressed air. An outlet screw assembly includes an elongate screw body residing within a profiled sidewall bore. The screw body extends through an axial span of the first sidewall to the tire cavity to conduct air from the sidewall air passageway to the tire cavity. The screw body has enlarged sectional end components to deter radial dislodging of the screw body from the sidewall bore during operation. 1. An air maintenance tire assembly comprising:a tire having a tire cavity defined by an inner liner, the inner liner bounded by first and second sidewalls extending to a tire tread region;the first sidewall having an elongate sidewall air passageway, the air passageway operatively located to compress segment by segment from an expanded diameter to a substantially reduced diameter responsive to a bending strain introduced into the first sidewall from a rolling tire footprint to compress air along the sidewall air passageway;a regulator assembly positioned adjacent the tire inner liner operative to control pressurized air flow into the tire cavity;an inlet air passageway assembly connecting to the first sidewall and operative to conduct air from outside the tire into the regulator assembly;an outlet screw assembly comprising an elongate screw body extending through an axial span of the first sidewall and, the screw body having an elongate internal air pathway operative to conduct air from the sidewall air passageway to the tire cavity;the screw body having at least one outwardly projecting arm at a radially outward end, the projecting arm fitting within the sidewall air passageway and having an axial arm air passageway operative to conduct compressed air from the sidewall air passageway to the screw body internal air pathway.2. The air maintenance tire assembly of claim 1 , wherein further comprising a receptacle body connected to a radially outward end of ...

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Номер записи: 51
12-02-2015 дата публикации

Valve assembly for air maintenance tire

Номер: US20150041035A1
Автор: Andre Cuny, Gauthier Piret, Massimo Di Giacomo Russo
Принадлежит: Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co

An air maintenance tire and air pump assembly includes a sidewall and a tire cavity for maintaining pressure; an elongate tubular air passageway enclosed within a flexing region of the sidewall, air passageway, the air passageway operably closing segment by segment in reaction to induced forces from the tire flexing region as the flexing region of the tire wall rotates adjacent a rolling tire footprint, the elongate air passageway having at least one check valve device seated within the axial air passageway; and a relief valve assembly comprising a chamber body, a valve, a piston, and a silicone ring, the valve having a valve body and a valve head, the valve head, deforming to release over-pressurized air from the tire cavity to atmosphere.

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Номер записи: 52
08-02-2018 дата публикации

TIRE VALVE UNIT

Номер: US20180038500A1
Автор: MORI Hirotake
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A tire valve unit includes a tire valve and a sensor unit. The tire valve includes a valve stem and a rubber body located on the periphery of the valve stem. The sensor unit includes a sensor mounted on a wheel and a housing that accommodates the sensor and is secured to the tire valve. The tire valve unit is mounted on the wheel by press-fitting the tire valve into a mounting hole in the wheel. The body includes an attaching portion. The tire valve includes an attaching projection that projects in the axial direction of the tire valve from the inside of the attaching portion toward the outside. The tire valve unit further includes a fixture that secures the attaching projection to the housing. 1. A tire valve unit comprising:a tire valve including a valve stem and a rubber body located on a periphery of the valve stem, the tire valve including a first axial end and a second axial end; anda sensor unit including a sensor that detects a condition of a tire mounted on a wheel and a housing that accommodates the sensor, and the sensor unit is secured to the tire valve, whereinthe tire valve unit is mounted on the wheel by press-fitting the tire valve into a mounting hole in the wheel from the first axial end, an opposed portion that is opposed to an inner surface of the mounting hole with the tire valve unit mounted on the wheel,', 'a proximal end portion located closer to the second axial end of the tire valve than the opposed portion, and', 'an attaching portion including the opposed portion and the proximal end portion,, 'the body includes'}the tire valve includes an attaching projection that projects in the axial direction of the tire valve from the inside of the attaching portion toward the outside of the attaching portion, andthe tire valve unit further includes a fixture that secures the attaching projection to the housing.2. The tire valve unit according to claim 1 , whereinthe housing includes an attaching wall including an attaching hole,the attaching ...

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Номер записи: 53
06-02-2020 дата публикации

TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR WITH VARIABLE ANGLE MOUNTING

Номер: US20200039301A1
Автор: "OBrien Thomas J.", McClurg David H.
Принадлежит: SENSATA TECHNOLOGIES, INC.

A tire monitoring system with mounting features on a housing provide for positioning through a wide range of angles. Accordingly, the system can be positioned on an a variety of wheel rim/valve combinations. The tire monitoring apparatus includes two opposed wings provided on the housing to facilitate the range of positioning angles at which the housing can be positioned with respect to a valve base. Each opposed wing has a same exterior surface radius of curvature and the wings are clamped between a base plate and a clamp plate at the desired angle. 1. A tire monitoring system , comprising:a housing;a mounting structure disposed on the housing; anda clamp assembly configured to couple to the mounting structure and to a tire valve, to maintain the housing at an angle, with respect to the tire valve, within a predetermined range of angles.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the mounting structure comprises:first and second mounting wings provided on the housing, each wing including a respective inner ledge of a first radius of curvature value and a respective exterior surface of a second radius of curvature value, a threaded screw;', 'a base plate having a first surface with a flat peripheral area defined on the first surface, a flat second surface and an opening defined in the base plate from the first surface to the second surface; and', 'a clamp plate having a first convex surface with the first radius of curvature value, a second surface and an opening defined in the clamp plate from the first surface to the second surface., 'wherein the clamp assembly comprises3. The system of claim 2 , wherein:the flat second surface of the base support is configured to be positioned adjacent a proximal end of the tire valve,a respective portion of the exterior surface of each of the first and second mounting wings is configured to be positioned on a respective portion of the peripheral area of the first surface,the clamp plate is configured to be positioned against each of the ...

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Номер записи: 54
06-02-2020 дата публикации

ELECTRONIC UNIT FOR MEASURING OPERATING PARAMETERS OF A VEHICLE WHEEL

Номер: US20200039302A1
Автор: Mieyan Jérémy
Принадлежит:

An electronic unit for measuring operating parameters of a vehicle wheel, including an electronic casing; an inflation valve; and elements for attaching the electronic casing and the inflation valve. The elements for attaching the electronic casing and the inflation valve include an insert provided with an axial bore and mounted with the ability to pivot in the continuation of the body of the inflation valve; a sleeve secured to the electronic casing, designed to be mounted with the ability to slide around the insert, a way of assembling the sleeve of the electronic casing and the insert of the valve body; and a spring-effect elastic. 2. The electronic unit as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the inflation valve is an inflation valve of the “snap-in” type claim 1 , comprising:a valve body made of an elastomer material, provided with a longitudinal axial bore and intended to extend through an orifice made in the rim, said valve body being made up of an elastically deformable trunk and of an abutment head for butting against the rim, which head is separated from the trunk by a neck designed to become positioned in an airtight manner in the orifice made in said rim,and a hollow tubular core made of a rigid material, housing a shut-off mechanism and of dimensions suited to being housed in the bore of the valve body and to extending on each side in the continuation of said valve body, said tubular core being made up of two longitudinal portions arranged with respect to one another and relative to the valve body in such a way as to allow the trunk elastic deformation suited to allowing the inflation valve to be mounted through the orifice in the rim,3. The electronic unit as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the inflation valve is an inflation valve of the “clamp-in” type claim 1 , comprising:a valve body made of a metallic material, provided with a longitudinal axial bore and intended to extend through an orifice made in the rim, said valve body comprising an abutment head for ...

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Номер записи: 55
18-02-2016 дата публикации

CONTROL REGULATOR AND PUMPING SYSTEM FOR AN AIR MAINTENANCE TIRE

Номер: US20160046159A1
Автор: LIN CHENG-HSIUNG
Принадлежит:

A pressure control assembly for an air maintenance tire includes a control valve assembly. The pressure control assembly mounts in proximal relationship to a tire valve stem and operably controls a flow of pressurized air through the tire valve stem from an ancillary tire-mounted pressurized air source. The ancillary tire-mounted pressurized air source and an external pressurized air source share the valve stem for delivery of pressurized air to the tire cavity. The pressure control assembly mounts to a surface of a rim body supporting the tire at a control location in proximal relationship with the valve stem. 1. An air maintenance tire assembly comprising:a tire having a tire cavity bounded by first and second sidewalls extending to a tire tread region;a tire-mounted air pumping means for pumping pressurized air into the tire cavity to maintain air pressure within the tire cavity at a preferred pressure level;a tire having an elongate valve stem projecting outward from the tire cavity, valve stem having an internal valve stem air passageway in communication with the tire cavity operative to direct pressurized air from the valve stem air passageway into the cavity;a pressure control assembly positioned at a control location in proximal relationship to the valve stem and operative to selectively control a flow of pressurized air from the tire-mounted air pumping means through the valve stem air passageway and into the tire cavity responsive to a detected air pressure level within the tire cavity.2. The air maintenance tire assembly of claim 1 , wherein the pressure control assembly selectively passes and blocks a flow of non-pressurized ambient air into the tire-mounted air pumping means from the control location claim 1 , whereby regulating from the control location the pumping of pressurized air from the tire-mounted air pumping means through the valve stem air passageway and into the tire cavity.3. The air maintenance tire assembly of claim 2 , wherein the ...

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Номер записи: 56
16-02-2017 дата публикации

FLUID RESERVOIR WITHIN A TIRE

Номер: US20170043623A1
Автор: Bowman Dennis, ROTH JONATHAN T.
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A wheel assembly has a rim with an outer radial surface. A tire coupled to the rim defines a first interior region between the outer radial surface and the tire. A bladder coupled to the rim defines a second interior region between the outer radial surface and the bladder. A third interior region is defined between the bladder and the tire. The wheel assembly includes a valve fluidly coupled to the second interior region and the third interior region. The valve is movable between a first position and a second position. The second interior region and the third interior region are fluidly isolated from one another when the valve is in the first position. The second interior region and the third interior region may be fluidly coupled to one another when the valve is in the second position. 1. A wheel assembly , comprising:a rim having an outer radial surface;a tire coupled to the rim to define a first interior region between the outer radial surface and the tire;a bladder coupled to the rim to define a second interior region between the outer radial surface and the bladder;a third interior region defined between the bladder and the tire; anda valve fluidly coupled to the second interior region and the third interior region, the valve being movable between a first position and a second position;wherein, the bladder is disposed in the first interior region;further wherein, the second interior region and the third interior region are fluidly isolated from one another when the valve is in the first position;further wherein, the second interior region and the third interior region are fluidly coupled to one another when the valve is in the second position.2. The wheel assembly of claim 1 , further comprising:a rotation axis about which the rim rotates;a first bead seat formed by the rim and spaced from the axis by a first radial distance;a second bead seat spaced from the axis by a second radial distance and offset by a distance from the first bead seat in a direction ...

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Номер записи: 57
16-02-2017 дата публикации

VALVE STEM-BASED AIR MAINTENANCE TIRE AND METHOD

Номер: US20170043630A1
Автор: Gopala Arun Kumar Byatarayanapura, LIN CHENG-HSIUNG
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An air maintenance tire assembly includes a tire having a tire cavity bounded by first and second sidewalls extending to a tire tread region, air pumping means for generating pressurized air for maintaining air pressure within the tire cavity at a preset pressure level, the tire having an elongate valve stem projecting outward from the tire cavity and having an internal valve stem air passageway in communication with the tire cavity and operative to direct pressurized air into the cavity, and a valve housing disposed adjacent an outward end of the valve stem and operative to selectively open and close pressurized air flow from the valve stem internal passageway into the tire cavity. 1. An air maintenance tire assembly comprising:a tire having a tire cavity bounded by first and second sidewalls extending to a tire tread region;air pumping means for generating pressurized air for maintaining air pressure within the tire cavity at a preset pressure level;the tire having an elongate valve stem projecting outward from the tire cavity and having an internal valve stem air passageway in communication with the tire cavity and operative to direct pressurized air into the cavity; anda valve housing disposed adjacent an outward end of the valve stem and operative to selectively open and close pressurized air flow from the valve stem internal passageway into the tire cavity.2. The air maintenance tire assembly as set forth in wherein the valve housing utilizes a check valve of the valve stem for maintaining air pressure in the tire cavity at the preset pressure level.3. The air maintenance tire assembly as set forth in wherein the valve housing is cylindrical.4. The air maintenance tire assembly as set forth in wherein the valve housing further includes a relief valve that opens and closes to place the air pumping means in “open” and “closed” conditions.5. The air maintenance tire assembly as set forth in wherein the air pumping means includes a tube within the first tire ...

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Номер записи: 58
16-02-2017 дата публикации

VALVE FOR AIR CHAMBERS

Номер: US20170043636A1
Автор: Micheli Marco, ROTTOLI Alfredo, VETTORE Claudio
Принадлежит: RECORD S.P.A.

A valve for air chambers includes a fixed body and a mobile selector body, wherein the mobile selector body is disposed coaxially in the fixed body. The mobile selector body is configured to slide with respect to the fixed body. The mobile selector body has a first position of use, associated during use to at least a first outlet, and a second position of use, associated during use to at least a second outlet. 1. Valve for air chambers comprising a fixed body and a mobile selector body , wherein the mobile selector body is disposed coaxially in the fixed body and said mobile selector body is configured to slide with respect to the fixed body along an axis , characterized in thatthe mobile selector body has a first position of use, associated during use to at least a first outlet, and a second position of use, associated during use to at least a second outlet,wherein the fixed body is made with an internal cavity and in that said internal cavity comprises at least one seating, said at least one seating housing at least a first sealing element and a second sealing element,wherein said mobile selector body and said fixed body are configured to be coupled by screwing, said mobile selector body providing a threaded portion and said fixed body being provided with a first portion that comprises, in said internal cavity, a threaded zone mating with said threaded portion,wherein said fixed body comprises a second portion adjacent to the first portion, said second portion comprising one or more first radial outlets and one or more second longitudinal outlets,wherein said mobile selector body comprises an entrance zone, a channel for a passage of the air and one or more radial outlets configured to communicate respectively with said one or more first radial outlets in the first position of use and with said one or more second longitudinal outlets in the second position of use,a mechanical stop system being provided, configured to prevent axial disinsertion of the mobile ...

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Номер записи: 59
19-02-2015 дата публикации

Tire Repair Fluid Container Packaging Box And Method Of Injecting Tire Repair Fluid

Номер: US20150047737A1
Автор: Sekiguchi Takumi
Принадлежит:

A packaging box is provided for individually packaging a container for tire repair fluid. The box has six outer walls that surround the container. A container holder for holding the container upright is provided in any one of the outer walls. The container holderholder is formed by deforming the outer wall. The container is removed from the packaging box, the outer wall of the packaging box is deformed to form the container holder. The container holder is used to hold the container upright. A first hose is connected between a tire valve of a wheel on which a pneumatic tire is mounted and an outlet of the container. A second hose is connected between an inlet of the container and an air compressor. The air compressor is operable to inject the tire repair fluid in the container into the pneumatic tire using the pressure of compressed air. 1. A packaging box for individually packaging a container for tire repair fluid , comprising: six outer walls that surround the container; and a container holder for holding the container upright provided in any one of the outer walls , the container holder being a deformed outer wall formed by deforming the any one of the outer walls.2. The tire repair fluid container packaging box according to claim 1 , wherein the container holder is a container holding hole into which the container is received.3. The tire repair fluid container packaging box according to claim 2 , wherein a hole formation area corresponding to the container holding hole is pre-provided in the outer wall claim 2 , and the container holding hole is formed by opening the hole formation area.4. The tire repair fluid container packaging box according to claim 3 , wherein perforations are provided along an outer edge of the hole formation area.5. The tire repair fluid container packaging box according to claim 3 , wherein a folding groove is formed along a portion of the outer edge of the hole formation area claim 3 , and perforations are provided along the remainder ...

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Номер записи: 60
14-02-2019 дата публикации

SYSTEM FOR MONITORING TIRE PRESSURE AND METHOD FOR MOUNTING A TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM ON A RIM

Номер: US20190047337A1
Автор: SEIFERT Andre
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A tire pressure monitoring system with a tire valve and a tire pressure monitoring unit includes a plastic housing, in which a pressure sensor for measuring the tire pressure and a transmitter for wirelessly transmitting tire pressure data are arranged. The tire pressure monitoring unit is attached to a stem of the tire valve and the stem comprises latching recesses, into which a latching element of the tire pressure monitoring unit engages. The latching element is realized integrally with a wall of the housing. A method for installing a tire pressure monitoring system on a rim is furthermore proposed. 1. A tire pressure monitoring system , comprising:a tire valve; anda tire pressure monitoring unit that comprises a plastic housing, in which a pressure sensor for measuring the tire pressure and a transmitter for wirelessly transmitting tire pressure data are arranged;wherein the tire pressure monitoring unit is attached to a stem of the tire valve; andwherein the stem comprises latching recesses, into which a latching element of the tire pressure monitoring unit engages;wherein the latching element is realized integrally with a wall of the housing.2. The system according to claim 1 , wherein the latching element forms part of a lever arm.3. The system according to claim 2 , wherein the lever arm extends along the stem.4. The system according to claim 1 , wherein the latching recesses are arranged on an upper side of the stem claim 1 , which in the installed state faces away from the rim well.5. The system according to claim 1 , wherein the latching recesses are notches.6. The system according to claim 5 , wherein the notches are defined by a first face on a first side and by a second face on the opposite side claim 5 , wherein the first face has a steeper rise than the second face such that the tire pressure monitoring unit can be pushed further on the stem by means of the second face claim 5 , but an undesirable separation of the tire pressure monitoring unit from ...

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Номер записи: 61
14-02-2019 дата публикации

Device for adjustment of pressure in tires

Номер: US20190047338A1
Автор: Frantisek Hrabal
Принадлежит: CODA DEVELOPMENT SRO

A device for adjustment of pressure in tires includes a chamber with shape memory and a valve. The valve is a three-way valve with inputs interconnected with the external environment and the tire internal space, where one input is fitted with a valve, the next input is connected to one end of the chamber with shape memory, and the last input is interconnected with the closure element. The device for adjustment of pressure in tires includes the chamber with shape memory interconnected with the external environment through an input and with the tire chamber through an output and fitted with at least one valve. The length of the chamber in the direction of tire rotation equals 0.001 to 0.5 of the tire perimeter, where the volume of the chamber before deformation to volume of the chamber during deformation ratio is the same or higher then the desired tire pressure to pressure of the external environment ratio.

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Номер записи: 62
26-02-2015 дата публикации

ATTACHMENT FOR DIFFERENT AIR VALVES

Номер: US20150053280A1
Автор: WANG Lo Pin
Принадлежит: Beto Engineering & Marketing Co., Ltd.

An air valve connecting device or attachment includes a housing having an inlet barrel, a sliding member slidably engaged in the housing and having an upper portion extendible out of the housing, the sliding member includes a pathway for selectively aligning with the inlet barrel, a catching element is attached to the sliding member, a gasket is engaged in the catching element, and an inflation valve is engageable into the gasket for depressing the gasket and the catching element and the sliding member to engage into the housing and for moving the sliding member out of the housing, and the inflation valve is detachable from the housing by depressing the sliding member into the housing. 1. An air valve connecting device comprising:a housing including a compartment formed therein, and including an inlet barrel having an entrance for receiving a pressurized air,a sliding member slidably received and engaged in said compartment of said housing, and including an upper portion extendible out of said housing, said sliding member including a pathway laterally formed therein for selectively aligning with said entrance of said inlet barrel and for selectively receiving the pressurized air from said inlet barrel, said sliding member including a lower portion,a catching element attached to said lower portion of said sliding member and moved in concert with said sliding member, said catching element including a chamber formed therein,a gasket engaged in said chamber of said catching element and including a bore formed in said gasket, andan inflation valve engageable into said bore of said gasket for depressing and forcing said gasket and said catching element and said sliding member to engage into said compartment of said housing and for moving said upper portion of said sliding member out of said housing, andsaid inflation valve being detachable from said housing by depressing said upper portion of said sliding member into said housing.2. The air valve connecting device as ...

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Номер записи: 63
13-02-2020 дата публикации

ELECTRONIC UNIT OF A SYSTEM FOR MONITORING TYRE PARAMETERS EQUIPPED WITH A RECHARGEABLE ELECTRICAL SUPPLY MEANS

Номер: US20200047565A1
Автор: BENBOUHOUT Rachid
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An electronic unit that is intended to be mounted on the valve of a vehicle wheel fitted with a tire, incorporating electronics for monitoring at least one operating parameter of the wheel and a rechargeable power supply for supplying power to the electronics, including a device for charging the rechargeable power supply, the device for charging including: a movable element, at least a portion of which is magnetized, that is capable of being set in motion by an air flow for inflating the tire that passes through the valve and cooperating with a coil so as to produce variations in the magnetic field and electromagnetic induction; and a device for managing the charging of the rechargeable power supply. 1. An electronic unit that is intended to be mounted on a valve of a vehicle wheel fitted with a tire , incorporating electronics for monitoring at least one operating parameter of said wheel and a rechargeable means for supplying power to said electronics , including means for charging the rechargeable power supply means , these charging means comprising:a movable element, at least a portion of which is magnetized, that is capable of being set in motion by an air flow for inflating the tire that passes through the valve and of cooperating with a coil so as to produce variations in the magnetic field and electromagnetic induction; anda device for managing the charging of the rechargeable power supply means.2. The electronic unit as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the movable element comprises a rod provided with fins claim 1 , a resistance of which to the air flow for inflating the tire that passes through the valve allowing said rod to be set in rotation about an axis of rotation.3. The electronic unit as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the coil comprises a coil of a low-frequency receiver module allowing low-frequency control data to be received from a central processing unit.4. The electronic unit as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the device for managing the charging of the ...

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Номер записи: 64
15-05-2014 дата публикации

Connector system and air maintenance tire assembly

Номер: US20140130895A1
Автор: Andre Cuny, Andreas Frantzen, Daniel Paul Luc Marie Hinque, Gilles Bonnet, Olivier Di Prizio, Sebastien Lembert
Принадлежит: Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co

A connector system and tire assembly includes a tire having a toroidal tire cavity for containing pressurized air, an elongate integral air passageway contained within a flexible tire component, the air passageway extending between an air inlet cavity and an air outlet cavity in the flexible tire component, the air passageway extending for at least a partial circumferential path around the tire, and a metallic connector assembly within the outlet cavity, the connector assembly including a through-channel for conducting air flow communication between the air passageway within the flexible tire component and a chamber of the connector assembly.

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Номер записи: 65
05-03-2015 дата публикации

WHEEL RIM EQUIPPED WITH AN INFLATION VALVE AND METHOD OF INSTALLATION OF SUCH A VALVE

Номер: US20150059948A1
Автор: GAUGAIN Frederic, LELIEVRE Gwenn, PETITJEAN Pascal
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A wheel rim is equipped with an inflation valve () that is capable of elastic deformation adapted to be positioned in an opening () in the wheel rim () of a wheel of a motor vehicle. The valve () exhibits a valve body () made from an elastically deformable material surrounding a valve core () adapted to form an air passageway (). The valve body () is provided with a sealing groove () adapted to receive the wheel rim, and with an intermediate part () having a diameter greater than the opening in the wheel rim. The inflation valve () is provided in addition with an element for the distribution () of shear forces pre-installed on the valve body (). A method of installation of the inflation valve is also described. 24040303030. Wheel rim according to claim 1 , characterized in that the means of distribution (′ claim 1 , ″) is an integral part of the wheel rim and is constituted by an excess thickness realized in the immediate vicinity of the opening ( claim 1 , ′ claim 1 , ″) of the wheel rim intended to receive the inflation valve.44012. Inflation valve according to claim 3 , characterized in that the means of distribution () is a washer produced from a material having a hardness greater than that of the elastically deformable material of the valve body ().54022. Inflation valve according to claim 4 , characterized in that the means of distribution () is pre-installed on the intermediate part () of the valve by elastic clamping.64021. Inflation valve according to claim 5 , characterized in that the means of distribution () is arranged in the immediate vicinity of the sealing groove ().7. Inflation valve according to characterized in that it is associated with an electronic module.8. Method of installation of an inflation valve according to on a wheel rim of a motor vehicle claim 5 , the said method including the following stages:{'b': 40', '40', '40', '10', '31', '31', '31, 'pre-positioning of a means for the distribution (), ′, ″) of the shear forces between the ...

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Номер записи: 66
05-03-2015 дата публикации

Compact valve system for self-inflating tire

Номер: US20150059949A1
Автор: Daniel Paul Luc Marie Hinque
Принадлежит: Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co

A tire having a tire cavity is disclosed, wherein the tire has a bi-directional pump assembly including a pump passageway having an inlet end and an outlet end, and being operative to allow a portion of the pump passageway near a tire footprint to substantially close and open the pump passageway. The tire includes a valve assembly having a valve housing, wherein a diaphragm is mounted in the valve housing forming an interior chamber, and wherein the diaphragm is responsive to the pressure of the tire cavity. The interior chamber has a first hole in fluid communication with the inlet end of the pump passageway, a second hole in fluid communication with the outlet end of the pump passageway, and a third hole in fluid communication with the outside air. The valve housing has a passageway in fluid communication with the tire cavity and the outlet end of the pump. The valve assembly further includes an inlet control valve having a valve bottom positioned over the third hole and operative to open and close the third hole to allow air to enter the system. The inlet control valve has a first end connected to the diaphragm, and a resilient member biases the inlet control valve into the open position.

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Номер записи: 67
01-03-2018 дата публикации

LAY IN PLACE CAPILLARY CONTROL SYSTEM FOR AIR SUSPENDED SEATING

Номер: US20180056827A1
Автор: Dry Alan George
Принадлежит: FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES, LLC

A bladder unit includes upper and lower sheets defining opposed portions of a first bladder. The bladder unit further includes a first extruded element having upper and lower faces respectively coupled with the upper sheet and the lower sheet at a portion of a first boundary of the first bladder. A first capillary extends through the element and across the portion of the first boundary. 1. A bladder unit , comprising:upper and lower sheets defining opposed portions of a first bladder and upper and lower faces respectively coupled with the upper sheet and the lower sheet at a portion of a first boundary of the first bladder;', 'a first capillary extending through the first extruded element and across the portion of the first boundary., 'a first extruded element having2. The bladder unit of claim 1 , wherein:the first extruded element extends along a length thereof; andthe length of the first extruded element is normal to the first boundary.3. The bladder unit of claim 1 , further including a second extruded element having:upper and lower faces respectively coupled with the upper sheet and the lower sheet along a portion of a second boundary of the first bladder;a second capillary extending through the element and across the portion of the second boundary; the second boundary is normal to the first boundary; and', 'the first and second capillaries are fluidically coupled together., 'wherein4. The bladder unit of claim 3 , wherein:the second extruded element extends along a length thereof; andthe length of the second extruded element is normal to the second boundary.5. The bladder unit of claim 4 , wherein:the length of the first extruded element is further aligned with a third boundary of the first bladder; andthe third boundary is normal to the first boundary.6. The bladder unit of claim 3 , wherein the first extruded element defines a notch along a portion thereof and open between two exposed ends of the first capillary claim 3 , the bladder unit further including:a ...

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Номер записи: 68
27-02-2020 дата публикации

Device and Method for Inflating and Repairing Tires and Other Inflatables

Номер: US20200062054A1
Автор: James M. Kerner, James R. Shary, Ryan B. Kerner
Принадлежит: United States Thermoelectric Consortium

Devices are taught for filling a tire with air, gas or a liquid and repairing the tire. In one embodiment, the tire repair tool discloses an transmittal control section, with the transmittal control section comprising a proximal end, the proximal end having an opening a distal end, with the distal end having a centralized opening to align with a punctureable seal at a proximal end of a gas cartridge; a passageway positioned between the proximal end of the gas cartridge and the distal end; and a puncture tool which can puncture the punctureable seal of the gas cartridge. The puncture tool is positioned at the distal end of the transmittal control section along the air passage way. An insertion tube comprises an air inlet at a distal end of the insertion tube which is connected to the opening of the proximal end of the transmittal control section. A gas outlet passes air from a gas cartridge through the air passage way through the transmittal control section into the air inlet of the insertion tube and through the gas outlet.

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Номер записи: 69
27-02-2020 дата публикации

Inflation Manifold

Номер: US20200062055A1
Автор: Gravell Jonathan, Hennig Mark Kevin, Musgrave Tim, Robertson Charles Blanton, Snider James Raymond
Принадлежит:

An inflation manifold connected to dual pneumatic tires by air hoses provides a central location for tire inflation and location of pressure sensors. A hose block connected to dual pneumatic tires by air hoses provides a central location for location of pressure sensors. The pressure sensors may be TPMS sensors or a combination of TPMS sensor and pressure gauge. 1. An inflation manifold comprising:a first fluid channel having a first inlet and a first outlet, the first inlet configured for sealing connection to a first tire; anda second fluid channel having a second inlet and a second outlet, the second inlet configured for sealing connection to a second tire.2. The inflation manifold of further comprising a first normally-closed one-way valve disposed at the first outlet so as to prevent fluid from flowing from the manifold when closed; and a second normally-closed one-way valve disposed at the second outlet so as to prevent fluid from flowing from the manifold when closed.3. The inflation manifold of claim 2 , wherein the first normally-closed one-way valve and the second normally-closed one-way valve are automobile tire valves.4. The inflation manifold of further comprising:a first valve stem disposed in the first outlet, the first normally-closed one-way valve being disposed in the first valve stem; anda second valve stem disposed in the second outlet, the second normally-closed one-way valve being disposed in the second valve stem.5. The inflation manifold of claim 2 , claim 2 , or further comprising a first fitting disposed in the first inlet and being configured for removable coupling to a first fluid conduit claim 2 , and a second fitting disposed in the second inlet and being configured for removable coupling to a second fluid conduit.6. The inflation manifold of claim 5 , the first fitting comprising a first actuator post; and the second fitting comprising a second actuator post.7. The inflation manifold of further comprising:a first fitting valve disposed ...

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Номер записи: 70
11-03-2021 дата публикации

TIRE PRESSURE SENSOR AND ARRANGEMENT WITH A TIRE VALVE AND A TIRE PRESSURE SENSOR

Номер: US20210070118A1
Автор: Markert Christian
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The invention relates to a tire pressure sensor 1. Tire pressure sensorcomprising a pressure transducer, a transmitter, and a housing supporting the pressure transducer and the transmitter and adapted to be attached to an air inlet end of a tire valve; whereinthe housing has a sleeve part which has an internal thread at the end for screwing the sleeve part onto the tire valve;whereinthe housing further comprises a receiving part in which or on which the pressure transducer and the transmitter are arranged and which in the mounted state is connected to the sleeve part so as to be rotatable relative to the sleeve part.2. Tire pressure sensor according to claim 1 , wherein the receiving partpartially or completely surrounds the sleeve part in the circumferential direction and is supported by the sleeve part so as to be rotatable about the sleeve part.3. Tire pressure sensor according to claim 2 , wherein the receiving part is arranged eccentrically to the axis of rotation and to the sleeve part.419. Tire pressure sensor () according to claim 1 , wherein an electrical energy storage device and a control device are also arranged on or in the receiving part claim 1 , wherein the control device is supplied with electrical energy from the electrical energy storage device and controls the pressure transducer and the transmitter.5. Tire pressure sensor according to claim 1 , wherein the receiving part has at least one interior space in which the pressure transducer and the transmitter and in particular the energy storage device and the control device are positioned completely enclosed by the receiving part.6. Tire pressure sensor according to claim 1 , wherein the sleeve part has an air duct extending through the sleeve part in the axial direction of the sleeve part claim 1 , which air duct has an outlet at a first axial end at which the internal thread is arranged and an inlet at a second end opposite the first axial end claim 1 , wherein a non-return valve is provided in ...

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Номер записи: 71
19-03-2015 дата публикации

Tire Inflation System and Method of Control

Номер: US20150075672A1
Автор: Flory Kenneth, Koulinitch Anatoli, Trostle Robert W.
Принадлежит: ARVINMERITOR TECHNOLOGY, LLC

A system and method of controlling inflation of a tire. Tire pressure may be determined by providing pulses of pressurized gas to a tire valve. The pulses of pressurized gas may not open the tire valve when the tire pressure is greater than or equal to the target tire pressure, thereby inhibiting overinflation. 1. A method of controlling inflation of a tire comprising: providing a pulse of pressurized gas to a tire valve, wherein the pulse of pressurized gas does not open the tire valve when the tire pressure is greater than or equal to a target tire pressure; and', 'measuring a pressure of the pulse of pressurized gas., 'determining tire pressure by2. The method of wherein the pulse of pressurized gas is provided at a pressure that is less than the target tire pressure.3. The method of further comprising inflating a tire when the pressure of the pulse is less than a target tire pressure and the pressure of the pulse is within a threshold amount of a pressure of a previous pulse of pressurized gas provided to the tire valve.4. The method of wherein the pulse of pressurized gas is delivered at a higher pressure than the previous pulse.5. The method of wherein the pulse of pressurized gas is provided by a pressurized gas source and a pulse duration of the pulse of pressurized gas is based on a supply pressure of pressurized gas from the pressurized gas source.6. The method of wherein the pulse duration of the pulse of pressurized gas is based on a pulse duration for the previous pulse.7. The method of wherein the pulse of pressurized gas has a pulse duration of the pulse of pressurized gas that is greater than the pulse duration of the previous pulse.8. The method of wherein pressure of the pulse of pressurized gas is measured by a pressure sensor disposed outside the tire.9. A method of controlling inflation of a tire comprising:determining a first pressurized gas pulse duration time;providing a first pulse of pressurized gas from a pressurized gas source to a tire ...

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Номер записи: 72
15-03-2018 дата публикации

SMART TAG ASSEMBLY FOR MOUNTING ON AN OBJECT TO BE TRACKED

Номер: US20180072114A1
Автор: Drinkard Samuel Duke, Lesesky Alan C.
Принадлежит: ITIRE, LLC

A smart tag assembly is designed for mounting on an object to be tracked. The smart tag assembly comprises a multiple layer RFID laminate adapted for electronically storing and processing data, and wireless communicating data when interrogated by an RFID reader. The laminate comprises an RFID inlay including a microchip and antenna formed with a substrate, and laminated between an outside label cover and backing. A low-profile tag carrier defines a recessed pocket designed for receiving and holding the RFID laminate. 1. A smart tag assembly designed for mounting on an object to be tracked , said smart tag assembly comprising:a multiple layer RFID laminate adapted for electronically storing and processing data and wireless communicating data when interrogated by an RFID reader, said laminate comprising an RFID inlay including a microchip and antenna formed with a substrate and laminated between an outside label cover and backing; anda low-profile tag carrier defining a recessed pocket designed for receiving and holding said RFID laminate.2. The smart tag assembly according to claim 1 , wherein said tag carrier is constructed of a generally flexible elastomeric material.3. The smart tag assembly according to claim 2 , wherein said elastomeric material comprises a natural rubber.4. The smart tag assembly according to claim 3 , wherein said natural rubber has a hardness of between about 50-80 durometer.5. The smart tag assembly according to claim 1 , wherein said tag carrier is substantially disk shaped.6. The smart tag assembly according to claim 5 , wherein said tag carrier comprises an inwardly extending peripheral lip surrounding said recessed pocket and adapted for retaining and protecting said RFID laminate.7. The smart tag assembly according to claim 6 , wherein said peripheral lip comprises a plurality of equally-spaced arcuate sections defining respective chamfered top edges.8. The smart tag assembly according to claim 5 , wherein said tag carrier comprises a ...

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Номер записи: 73
17-03-2016 дата публикации

AIR PUMP HAVING PIVOTAL ATTACHMENT

Номер: US20160076662A1
Автор: WANG Lo Pin
Принадлежит:

An air valve connecting device includes a housing having an inlet mouth, a sliding member engaged in the housing and having a pathway for receiving the pressurized air from the inlet mouth, a rotary member rotatably engaged with the housing and having two or more compartments each for receiving a gasket and an inflation valve, the rotary member is rotatable relative to the housing for selectively aligning either of the compartments of the rotary member with the chamber of the housing and the sliding member, and a hand grip includes a cam member attached to the housing with a pivot shaft and engaged with the sliding member for forcing the sliding member to force the gaskets to engage with the inflation valves respectively. 1. An air valve connecting device comprising:a housing including a chamber formed therein, and including an inlet mouth having an entrance formed in said inlet mouth and communicating with said chamber of said housing for guiding a pressurized air to flow from said inlet mouth into said chamber of said housing, said housing including a pivot axle extended therefrom,a sliding member slidably engaged in said chamber of said housing and extendible out of said chamber of said housing, said sliding member including a pathway formed in said sliding member for selectively aligning with said entrance of said inlet mouth and for receiving the pressurized air from said inlet mouth,a rotary member rotatably engaged with said pivot axle for allowing said rotary member to be rotated relative to said housing, said rotary member including a first compartment and at least one second compartment formed therein,a first gasket engaged in said first compartment of said rotary member for engaging with a first inflation valve, said rotary member being rotatable relative to said housing for selectively aligning said first compartment of said rotary member with said chamber of said housing and said sliding member,at least one second gasket engaged in said at least one ...

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Номер записи: 74
05-03-2020 дата публикации

IMPROVED INFLATION VALVE FOR TYRE

Номер: US20200070600A1
Автор: GRESSET Benoit, Puppis Jérôme, Robert Sebastien
Принадлежит:

The tire inflation valve comprising a tube defining a passage and having an inside end and an outside end, a valve mechanism positioned in the passage, the valve mechanism comprising a valve shutter and a seat arranged so as to cooperate sealingly with each other, the seat being arranged on the tube in the passage. 1. Tire inflation valve including a tubular body defining a passage and having an inside end and an outside end , a valve mechanism positioned in the passage , the valve mechanism including a valve shutter and a seat arranged so as to engage in an airtight manner with one another , the seat is arranged on the tubular body in the passage , wherein the seat is located in an area of a limited mechanical load area of the tubular body and in that the seat is located at the inside end of the tubular body , so as to be positioned inside the tire when assembling the inflation valve.2. An inflation valve according to claim 1 , wherein the seat is located in the vicinity of an orifice of the tire rim during assembly of the inflation valve.3. An inflation valve according to claim 1 , wherein the valve mechanism comprises control means for controlling the valve shutter which are located at the outside end of the tubular body.4. An inflation valve according to claim 1 , wherein the valve mechanism includes a valve stem comprising a head forming the valve shutter including a sealing member arranged so as to engage in an airtight manner with the seat of the tubular body.5. An inflation valve according to claim 1 , wherein the valve mechanism includes a valve stem comprising a head forming the valve shutter arranged so as to engage in an airtight manner with a sealing member arranged on the seat of the tubular body.6. An inflation valve according to claim 1 , wherein the valve mechanism includes return means for returning to the closed position which are located at the outside end of the tubular body.7. An inflation valve according to claim 6 , wherein the return means ...

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Номер записи: 75
12-06-2014 дата публикации

Air maintenance pneumatic tire

Номер: US20140158266A1
Автор: Daniel Paul Luc Marie Hinque
Принадлежит: Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co

The present invention is directed to a pneumatic tire with an elongate substantially annular air passageway enclosed within a bending region of the tire and extending substantially in a circumferential direction, wherein upon rolling of the tire air is pressed through the air passageway and a valve assembly in air flow communication with the tire cavity, the annular air passageway and the exterior of the tire and having an air inlet for allowing air to enter the valve assembly from the exterior of the tire as well as an air outlet for allowing air to enter the tire cavity.

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Номер записи: 76
14-03-2019 дата публикации

Pressure Equalization Valve Assembly

Номер: US20190077203A1
Автор: HENNING Mark Kevin, Henry Dane, Snider James Raymond
Принадлежит:

A pressure equalization valve assembly may include a valve body forming fluid chamber configured to receive pressurized fluid from a fluid pressure source, a first port configured for sealed communication with a first vehicle tire, and a second port configured for sealed communication with a second vehicle tire; a first one-way valve disposed in the valve body between the fluid chamber and the first port so as to allow one-way fluid communication from the fluid chamber to the first port when the first one-way valve opens; a second one-way valve disposed in the valve body between the fluid chamber and the second port so as to allow one-way fluid communication from the fluid chamber to the second port when the second one-way valve opens; and a two-way valve disposed in the valve body between the first port and the second port so as to allow two-way fluid communication between the first port and the second port when the two-way valve opens. 1. A valve assembly comprising:a valve body forming fluid chamber configured to receive pressurized fluid from a fluid pressure source, a first port configured for sealed communication with a first vehicle tire, and a second port configured for sealed communication with a second vehicle tire;a first one-way valve disposed in the valve body between the fluid chamber and the first port so as to allow one-way fluid communication from the fluid chamber to the first port when the first one-way valve opens;a second one-way valve disposed in the valve body between the fluid chamber and the second port so as to allow one-way fluid communication from the fluid chamber to the second port when the second one-way valve opens; anda two-way valve disposed in the valve body between the first port and the second port so as to allow two-way fluid communication between the first port and the second port when the two-way valve opens.2. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein the first one-way valve and the second one-way valve are each pneumatically ...

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Номер записи: 77
12-06-2014 дата публикации

TRANSMITTER APPARATUS FOR TRANSMITTING TIRE INFORMATION, AND TIRE INFORMATION MONITORING SYSTEM

Номер: US20140159889A1
Автор: KANENARI Daisuke
Принадлежит: THE YOKOHAMA RUBBER CO., LTD.

A transmitter apparatus can detect and transmit tire information, such as tire air pressure information, even when a puncture in the tire is repaired by a repairing agent. The transmitter apparatus includes a sensor detecting the state of gas in a tire cavity region as tire information; a transmitter transmitting the detected tire information; and a wall covering the sensor and transmitter. The wall forms an internal space divided from the tire cavity region and includes a communicating hole providing communication between the internal space and tire cavity region. An inside opening part of the hole in a housing surface facing the internal space has a greater opening area than an outside opening part of the hole in the housing surface facing the tire cavity region. A wall surface facing the communicating hole includes a recessed part recessed toward the housing surface including the outside opening part. 1. A transmitter apparatus provided inside a tire cavity region enclosed by a tire and a rim , the apparatus comprising:a sensor configured to detect a condition of gas filled in the tire cavity region as tire information;a transmitter configured to transmit the detected tire information; anda housing including a wall that covers the sensor and the transmitter, the housing being provided with an internal space separated from the tire cavity region by the wall and a communicating hole penetrating the wall and connecting the internal space and the tire cavity region;the communicating hole being formed such that an inside opening part at a surface of the housing facing the internal space is formed with a wider opening area than an outside opening part at a surface of the housing facing the tire cavity region; anda recessed part being provided on a surface of the wall facing the communicating hole, the recessed part recessed toward a surface of the housing that includes the outside opening part.2. The transmitter apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein:a portion of the ...

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Номер записи: 78
24-03-2016 дата публикации

APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR ASSEMBLING A PUMPING TUBE INTO AN AIR MAINTENANCE TIRE SIDEWALL GROOVE

Номер: US20160082680A1
Автор: Delgado Andres Ignacio, Dyrlund Christopher David
Принадлежит:

Apparatus and method of assembling an elongate air pumping tube into an elongate tire sidewall groove includes engaging the tire sidewall outward surface with an impact wheel at an impact location proximally adjacent and above the elongate groove as the tire is rotated. The groove is thereby spread segment-by-segment for segment-by-segment synchronous insertion of the tube into the groove. The groove is closed segment-by-segment as each spread segment is returned to its original narrower dimension utilizing elastomeric material composition properties of the tire sidewall. 1. Assembly apparatus for attaching an elongate air pumping tube into an elongate groove to extend into an outward surface of an air maintenance tire sidewall comprising:a chuck having a channel for receiving and retaining a terminal toe of the tire sidewall therein;a tire-pressuring device engaging the tire sidewall outward surface at an impact location proximally adjacent and above the elongate groove, the tire-pressuring device operative to spread a groove segment of the elongate groove from a nominally narrower width dimension into a wider dimension sufficiently wide to admit a segment of the air pumping tube into the groove segment.2. Assembly apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein further comprising a rotational support surface supporting and rotating the tire into segment-by-segment engagement with the tire-pressuring device claim 1 , whereby spreading the elongate groove segment by segment to admit a corresponding segment-by-segment insertion of the air pumping tube into the elongate groove.3. Assembly apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the elongate groove is configured and dimensioned to substantially completely enclose the air pumping tube within the tire sidewall.4. Assembly apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the elongate groove is formed within a groove flexing region of the air maintenance tire sidewall.5. Assembly apparatus according to claim 4 , wherein the impact ...

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Номер записи: 79
22-03-2018 дата публикации

Grooved Valve Stems for Wheel-Side Installation

Номер: US20180080572A1
Автор: JR. Raymond H., Smith
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Described are valve stems for wheels or other pressure vessels that may be installed from the exterior of a wheel or pressure vessel without access to the interior, pressure retaining areas. The valve stem may include a body with a barrel and taper. A neck may be between the body and a base that includes a flange, a flange landing, and an air aperture. An air channel runs vertically through the valve stem to allow air to pass from one side of the valve stem to another with a valve core or other flow control device. The base of the valve stem may include a groove that allows the valve stem to be installed into a hole by twisting such that the groove may ride along the rim of the hole and guide the valve stem into a fully seated and sealed position. 1. A valve stem comprising:a body comprising a shoulder or bead;an air channel;a neck; anda base comprising a flange, a flange landing, and an air aperture;wherein the air channel is disposed within the body of the valve stem and is configured to enclose a valve core, and the base of the valve stem comprises at least one helical groove; andwherein the at least one helical groove breaches the flange landing.23.-. (canceled)4. The valve stem of claim 1 , wherein the at least one helical groove comprises a groove form selected from the group consisting of square claim 1 , curved claim 1 , trapezoidal claim 1 , and triangular.57.-. (canceled)8. The valve stem of claim 1 , wherein the at least one helical groove initiates at a periphery of the base.911.-. (canceled)12. The valve stem of claim 1 , wherein the at least one helical groove comprises two helical grooves.13. The valve stem of claim 1 , wherein the base comprises an impregnated lubricant.14. The valve stem of claim 1 , wherein a radius of the shoulder or bead is less than a radius of the flange.15. The valve stem of claim 14 , wherein a depth at an initiation point of the at least one helical groove is greater than a depth at a termination point of the at least one ...

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Номер записи: 80
31-03-2022 дата публикации

Valve assembly for tires

Номер: US20220097467A1
Автор: George French
Принадлежит: Bear Corp, Teddy Formosa Co Ltd

A valve assembly is configured to secure on a hole of a rim on which a tire having at least two air chambers is mounted. The valve assembly includes a main body, a securing means, at least two valve bodies and at least two valves. The main body includes at least two transfer air passage respectively connected to each of the air chambers. The securing means is configured to secure the main body and also the at least two valve bodies on the rim. The at least two valve bodies are respectively disposed on the main body and each of the at least two valve bodies has an inlet air passage connected to one of the transfer air passages of the main body. The at least two valves are respectively attached to each of the at least two valve bodies.

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Номер записи: 81
12-03-2020 дата публикации

Protective Assembly For Tyre Pressure Sensor

Номер: US20200079161A1
Автор: Clarke Hayley, Close Gordon, Hess Matthew, Maughan Kevin
Принадлежит: CATERPILLAR SARL

A tyre pressure sensor is mounted at the distal end of a valve stem mounted on a wheel. A protective assembly comprises a body which is releasably attached to the wheel, and a cap which is releasably attached to the body. The valve stem and pressure sensor are enclosed within the body and the cap. 1. A protective assembly for use with a pressure sensor mounted on a valve assembly , the valve assembly being mounted on a wheel;the valve assembly including a valve stem having a proximal end and a distal end,the proximal end of the valve stem being connected to the wheel,the pressure sensor being mounted at the distal end of the valve stem in fluid communication via the valve stem with a pressurised interior space of a pneumatic tyre of the wheel; a body and', 'a cap;, 'the protective assembly includingthe body including a proximal region and a distal region and defining a space, the space opening to an exterior of the body at the proximal region and the distal region of the body;the proximal region of the body being releasably attachable to the wheel, in a use position of the body to receive the valve stem within the space;the cap being releasably attachable to the distal region of the body in a closed position of the cap so that the cap and the body together enclose the pressure sensor and the valve stem in the use position of the body and the closed position of the cap.2. The protective assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the cap defines an interior cavity for receiving the pressure sensor and is pervious to radio frequency signals.3. The protective assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the protective assembly includes a mount claim 1 , the mount being permanently attachable to the wheel claim 1 , the proximal region of the body being releasably attachable to the mount.4. The protective assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the protective assembly includes a seal claim 1 , the seal being arranged to fluidly seal the space at the proximal region of the body in ...

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Номер записи: 82
12-03-2020 дата публикации

Replacement Valve Stem Assembly

Номер: US20200079162A1
Автор: Wyne Mark W.
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A valve stem assembly, incorporating an expansion part, having a tapered inner portion that can be forcefully applied into the rim aperture of a tire, and having an outer portion that and into which an insert is applied, and into which insert a valve stem threadedly engages, when assembling the valve stem assembly of this invention. 1. A replacement valve stem assembly , including for use for installation through an air valve aperture in a wheel rim with the valve extending out of its rim and tire when applied to a vehicle , the valve stem assembly comprising an expansion part , said expansion part having an inner portion that is tapered to facilitate its pressure fitting within the rim aperture of a vehicle wheel , an outer portion integrally formed with the inner portion of the assembly and provided for remaining exteriorly of the vehicle rim when installed , said inner portion having an outward extension that biases against the interior of the rim when said assembly is forcefully installed through the rim , said outer portion of said assembly forming an integral cylindrical flange for biasing against the rim when installed , and said cylindrical flange and said outward extension of the inner portion forming a groove there between to seat the apertured tire rim within said groove when said replacement valve assembly is installed;said valve stem assembly having a central channel extending through its longitudinal length to allow pressurized air to be injected into the tire or to be released from the inflated tire during operation; anda valve insert threadedly engaged within said outer portion of said expansion part, and a valve stem fitted within said valve insert and together forming a valve to allow for the flow of pressurized air into the associated tire, to retain the pressurized air within the tire, or to release the air from the tire as required during servicing.2. The replacement valve stem assembly of wherein said expansion part is formed of one of rubber ...

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Номер записи: 83
25-03-2021 дата публикации

ADAPTER, VALVE STEM, TIRE PARAMETER MONITORING SYSTEM, AND METHOD OF MOUNTING A TIRE PARAMETER MONITORING SYSTEM ONTO A WHEEL RIM

Номер: US20210086570A1
Автор: ATANASOE ILIE, DRUTA PAUL
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A tire parameter monitoring system has an electronic module with a fitting for a snap-in valve, an adapter with first lamellae couplable to the fitting, a valve stem for a clamp-in valve with second lamellae that are interleavable with the first lamellae, and a pin. The first lamellae have a first hole extending substantially perpendicularly to a major surface of the first lamellae and the second lamellae have a second hole extending substantially perpendicularly to a major surface of the second lamellae. The first and second holes are aligned when the first and second lamellae are interleaved. The pin is inserted into the first and second holes to secure the adapter and the valve stem together and to allow rotational movement of the adapter and the valve stem around a longitudinal axis of the pin such that the valve stem is positionable at different angles to the electronic module. 1. A tire parameter monitoring system , comprising:an electronic module with a fitting for a snap-in valve;an adapter configured for coupling to said fitting, said adapter having a number of first lamellae;a valve stem for a clamp-in valve, said valve stem having a number of second lamellae configured for interleaving with said first lamellae;said first lamellae being formed with a first hole extending substantially perpendicularly to a major surface of said first lamellae;said second lamellae being formed with a second hole extending substantially perpendicularly to a major surface of said second lamellae; andsaid first and second holes being aligned with one another when said second lamellae are interleaved with said first lamellae; anda pin for insertion into said first hole and said second hole to secure said adapter and said valve stem to one another and to allow rotational movement of said adapter and said valve stem about a longitudinal axis of said pin, to enable a positioning of said valve stem at different angles relative to said electronic module.2. The tire parameter ...

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Номер записи: 84
25-03-2021 дата публикации

Check joint structure for connection of air nozzle of tire and connection hose of air compressor

Номер: US20210086571A1
Автор: Chou Cheng-Hsien, CHOU Wen-San
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A check joint structure for a connection of an air nozzle of a tire and a connection hose of an air compressor, the air compressor contains: a box, a sealant supply can, and a connection hose. The box includes a body of the air compressor. The sealant supply can includes an open segment and a supply tube. The connection hose includes a first segment and a second segment. The second segment has a check connector which includes a fitting sleeve, and the fitting sleeve has a threaded orifice, a through orifice, and a projected shoulder. A cylindrical base includes a cylindrical room, a stepped coupling segment, a conduit, and a first stepped portion. A first spring is received into the cylindrical room to abut against the first stepped portion. A valve bolt includes a contacting element, at least one cutout, a head, a conical rib, and a neck. 1. A check joint structure for a connection of an air nozzle of a tire and a connection hose of an air compressor , and the air compressor comprising:a box including a body of the air compressor accommodated in the box and started by a power supply;a sealant supply can including an open segment extending downward and configured to accommodate chemical sealant for repairing the tire which is broken, and the sealant supply can including a supply tube;a connection hose including a first segment formed on a first end of the connection hose, and the connection hose including a second segment formed on a second end the connection hose, the first segment being connected with the supply tube of the sealant supply can, and the second segment being connected with the air nozzle of the tire;wherein a second segment has a check connector connected thereon, and the check connector includes a fitting sleeve, wherein the fitting sleeve has a threaded orifice formed in a first end thereof and having female threads, a through orifice defined on a second end of the fitting sleeve, and a projected shoulder formed on an inner wall of the through ...

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Номер записи: 85
02-04-2015 дата публикации

TIRE ASSEMBLY FOR A BICYCLE RIM

Номер: US20150090385A1
Автор: HACHMEYER Markus, ZUTHER Oliver
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The invention relates to a tire assembly for a bicycle rim, comprising a wheel tire with a tread surface and two tire beads which in the mounted condition bear on the interior side of the rim edges, an inner tire which in the mounted condition is disposed within the wheel tire, a tube which in the mounted condition is disposed within the inner tire, valve means for filling with different air pressures, on the one hand side, the tube and, on the other hand side, an intermediate space between the rim and the wheel tire, wherein the inner tire in the filled and mounted condition bears on the tire beads of the wheel tire at least in sections and presses said beads against the rim, wherein the inner tire is provided with a first through opening in its wall, wherein the first through opening in the mounted condition is in communication with the intermediate space between the rim and the wheel tire, and wherein an insert part is provided which in the mounted condition is disposed between the rim and the tube, and between the tube and the inner tire, and which at least in sections forms an air duct between the rim and the tube, and between the tube and the inner tire up to the through opening in the inner tire. 122. A tire assembly for a bicycle rim () , comprising{'b': 12', '14', '16', '20, 'a wheel tire () with a tread surface () and two tire beads () which in the mounted condition bear on the interior side of the rim edges (),'}{'b': 24', '12, 'an inner tire () which in the mounted condition is disposed within the wheel tire (),'}{'b': 30', '24, 'a tube () which in the mounted condition is disposed within the inner tire (),'}{'b': 30', '22', '12, 'valve means for filling with different air pressures, on the one hand side, the tube () and, on the other hand side, an intermediate space between the rim () and the wheel tire (),'}{'b': 24', '16', '12', '22, 'wherein the inner tire () in the filled and mounted condition bears on the tire beads () of the wheel tire () at least ...

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Номер записи: 86
02-04-2015 дата публикации

VALVE UNIT FOR INFLATING WHEELS

Номер: US20150091273A1
Автор: Deanesi Alberto
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A valve unit () with a single-piece valve body () includes a cylindrical collar (), a valve seat (), a main duct () and an auxiliary duct (). The cylindrical collar () projects from a reference plane () obtained in the valve body () and is configured so that it can be arranged against a rim () when the cylindrical collar () is inserted in a hole (). The cylindrical collar () has an end () configured so that it can be deformed and can define a flared portion () of the main duct () which interferes with the rim () at the level of the hole () thus providing a mechanism () for fixing the valve unit () to the rim (). 1. A valve unit for wheels is provided with a rim with at least one tyre , comprising a valve body in which it is possible to identify:a cylindrical collar suited to be inserted in a hole made in said rim;a valve seat accommodating an auxiliary valve for inflating said at least one tyre;a main duct carried out so that it passes through the length of said cylindrical collar;an auxiliary duct that intersects said main duct in order to place said valve seat in communication with said main duct,wherein said valve body is a single-piece body in which said cylindrical collar, said valve seat and said main duct and auxiliary duct are obtained, said cylindrical collar projecting from a reference plane obtained in said valve body and being configured so that it can be arranged against said rim when said cylindrical collar is inserted in said hole, said cylindrical collar having its end configured so that it can be deformed and can define a flared portion of said main duct, said flared portion being configured so that it interferes with said rim at the level of said hole thus obtaining means for fixing said valve unit to said rim.2. The valve unit according to claim 1 , wherein the inner diameter of said end is larger than the inner diameter of said main duct.3. The valve unit according to claim 1 , wherein said flared portion has its convex surface facing towards the ...

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Номер записи: 87
02-04-2015 дата публикации

Tire pressure sensor

Номер: US20150091719A1
Автор: Wen-Huo Huang
Принадлежит: Sung Jung Minute Industry Co Ltd

A tire pressure sensor is installed on a tire rim which includes an assembly through hole. The tire pressure sensor includes a sensor body, a gas intake nozzle fixed on the tire rim and connected to the sensor body, and a gas nozzle assembly member to couple with the sensor body and the gas intake nozzle. The sensor body includes a gas nozzle assembly hole to couple with the gas intake nozzle, a tire pressure sensing module disposed in the sensor body for detecting a tire pressure, and an update connection port electrically connected to the tire pressure sensing module. Through the update connection port, the tire pressure sensing module receives an update firmware data for updating firmware stored therein in response to different applications.

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Номер записи: 88
29-03-2018 дата публикации

Tire with modified valve stem

Номер: US20180086160A1
Автор: Arun Kumar Byatarayanapura GOPALA, Cheng-Hsiung Lin
Принадлежит: Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co

The present invention relates generally to an air maintenance system for use with a tire and, more specifically, to an air maintenance pumping assembly

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Номер записи: 89
29-03-2018 дата публикации

AIR MAINTENANCE SYSTEM

Номер: US20180086161A1
Автор: LIN CHENG-HSIUNG
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An air maintenance system for use with a pneumatic tire is described. The air maintenance system includes a pumping mechanism that is preferably mounted on the interior surface of a wheel rim to keep the pneumatic tire from becoming underinflated. The pumping mechanism includes at least one dual chamber pump, preferably at least two dual chamber pumps configured in series. More preferably, the dual chamber pumps are driven by an external mass that moves as the tire rotates. The tire's rotational energy operates the pump to ensure the tire cavity is maintained at the desired pressure level. An optional control valve shuts off airflow to the pumping mechanism when the tire cavity pressure is at the desired level. 1. A pneumatic tire and rim assembly comprising:a first and second pump assembly mounted to a wheel rim of the rim assembly, said first and second pump assembly each having a piston mounted in a chamber, an external mass being connected to each piston, wherein said external mass operates the pump assemblies during rotation of the tire.2. The pneumatic tire and rim assembly of further including an inlet control valve for controlling inlet air into at least one of the pump assemblies.3. The pneumatic tire and rim assembly of further including a plurality of check valves for maintaining air flow in the pumps in a single direction.4. The pneumatic tire and rim assembly of wherein the first and second pump assembly are connected in series.5. The pneumatic tire and rim assembly of wherein a check valve is provided between the first and second pump assembly.6. A pneumatic tire and rim assembly comprising:a first and second pump assembly mounted to a wheel rim of the rim assembly,said first pump assembly having a first piston mounted in the first assembly forming a first and second chamber, andsaid second pump assembly having a second piston mounted in the second assembly forming a third and fourth chamber, an external mass being connected to the first and second ...

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Номер записи: 90
29-03-2018 дата публикации

PASSIVE PRESSURE RECOVERY DEVICE FOR PASSIVE AIR SUSPENDED SEATS

Номер: US20180086239A1
Автор: Dry Alan George
Принадлежит: FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES, LLC

A passive pressure recovery system for an air suspended seat includes a fluid tight support cell. A trim stock is disposed over the fluid tight support cell. A support block is disposed below the support cell. A fluid tight receiving cell is in fluid communication with the support cell and is configured to receive fluid from the support cell when a load is applied to the support cell. The pressure in the support cell is greater than the pressure in the receiving cell when a load is applied to the support cell. A check valve system is in fluid communication with the support cell and is configured to allow air to be drawn into the support cell when a load has been removed from the support cell. 1. A passive pressure recovery system for an air suspended seat comprising:a fluid tight support cell;a trim stock disposed over the fluid tight support cell;a support block disposed below the support cell;a fluid tight receiving cell in fluid communication with the support cell and configured to receive fluid from the support cell when a load is applied to the support cell, a pressure in the support cell being greater than a pressure in the receiving cell when a load is applied to the support cell;a check valve system in fluid communication with the support cell and configured to allow air to be drawn into the support cell when a load has been removed from the support cell.2. The passive pressure recovery system of claim 1 , wherein the check valve system includes an external check valve that allows air to be drawn into the support cell from the environment when the load has been removed from the support cell.3. The passive pressure recovery system of claim 1 , wherein the check valve system includes a receiving cell check valve configured to allow movement of air from the receiving cell to the support cell when the load has been removed from the support cell.4. The passive pressure recovery system of claim 1 , wherein the pressure into the support cell is at least 25% greater ...

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Номер записи: 91
21-03-2019 дата публикации

VALVE ASSEMBLY FOR EXPANDABLE BLADDER AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURING THE SAME

Номер: US20190085992A9
Автор: LANDI FRANK
Принадлежит: NSI INTERNATIONAL, INC.

The present invention relates to expandable bodies or systems with bounding walls or bladder structures and at least one valve assembly thermally bonded thereto. More particularly, the present invention provides a fluid valve assembly for expandable fluid-containing bodies typically made from a thermoplastic rubber material or the like, which will exhibit significantly increased strength and durability during expansion and while expanded, especially at and around the interface between the fluid valve assembly and the bounding wall of the expandable body because of the enhanced strength of the fluid valve assembly interface through thermal sealing. 1. An fluid valve assembly for an expandable body , said fluid valve assembly comprising:a generally flexible body member having an inner and an outer surface and an inner bore therethrougha generally cylindraceous projection extending from one end of said flexible body member on a first side and a pair of extending side walls extending away from said projection on a distal side thereof;wherein said inner and said outer surfaces are substantially smooth;said inner bore having an elongate cross section with a first and second extending side walls therealong and acute angles joining each respective first and second extending side walls;at a projection end of each said first and second extending side walls is formed a respective first and second convex lip contour having an arcuate surface;a first and second convex inlet contours extending inwardly from each respective said convex lip contour;a first thickness of said first and second extending side walls along said first and second convex inlet contours being less than a second thickness of respective said first and second convex lip contours; anda generally radially arranged region of said of flexible body member distal said inner bore being thermally bonded to a surface of said expandable body proximate an opening in said expandable body so as to seal said expandable body ...

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Номер записи: 92
09-04-2015 дата публикации

SELF-CLOSING FILTER

Номер: US20150096445A1
Автор: Bennett Larry P., Patil Lalit M.
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A self-closing filter includes a housing to be attached to a sidewall of a self-inflating pneumatic tire. The housing includes a cavity to be in fluid communication with an atmospheric air inlet of a pneumatic control valve for the self-inflating tire. The self-closing filter further includes a filtration media to block contaminants from entering the cavity while allowing atmospheric air to be drawn through the filtration media into the cavity by a pump of the self-inflating tire. The self-closing filter still further includes a valve attached to the housing. The valve is selectively actuatable to an open state and to a closed state. The filtration media is exposed to an atmosphere impinging upon the tire when the valve is in the open state. The closed state is to prevent exposure of the filtration media to the contaminants when the valve is in the closed state. 1. A self-closing filter , comprising:a housing to be attached to a sidewall of a self-inflating pneumatic tire, the housing having a cavity to be in fluid communication with an atmospheric air inlet of a pneumatic control valve for the self-inflating tire;a filtration media to block contaminants from entering the cavity while allowing atmospheric air to be drawn through the filtration media into the cavity by a pump of the self-inflating tire; and the filtration media is exposed to an atmosphere impinging upon the tire when the valve is in the open state; and', 'the closed state is to prevent exposure of the filtration media to the contaminants when the valve is in the closed state., 'a valve attached to the housing, the valve selectively actuatable to an open state and to a closed state, wherein2. The self-closing filter as defined in claim 1 , wherein:the open state corresponds to a first range of rotational positions of the tire about an axle;the closed state corresponds to a second range of rotational positions of the tire about the axle; andthe second range and the first range are mutually exclusive.3. ...

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Номер записи: 93
07-04-2016 дата публикации

Wheel of a Motor Vehicle with a Spoke Area Cover

Номер: US20160096398A1
Автор: GIELISCH Sebastian
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A wheel of a motor vehicle includes a hub portion, spokes extending radially outwards from the hub portion, a rim which is supported on the spokes, and a spoke area cover which is delimited by the rim. A respective cover is provided on both sides of the spokes, i.e. facing the interior side of the spokes and facing the exterior side of the spokes. The interior-side cover, which is annular when seen in a projection in the direction of the wheel rotational axis, is adhered to the edge of the hub portion and to an annular region of the rim and/or the interior side of the spokes. The exterior-side cover is designed in an annular manner either over its entire surface or when seen in a projection in the direction of the wheel rotational axis and can be interchangeably inserted into a groove in an annular rim region and/or in an annular region of the rim and the hub portion with an intermediately positioned seal element. 1. A wheel of a motor vehicle , comprising:a hub portion;spokes extending radially outward from the hub portion;a rim supported on the spokes;an interior-side spoke area cover facing an interior side of the spokes; andan exterior-side spoke area cover delimited by the rim facing an exterior side of the spokes.2. The wheel according to claim 1 , whereinthe interior-side cover has an annular form when seen in a projection in a direction of the wheel rotational axis, andthe interior-side cover is adhered to an edge of the hub portion and to an annular region of the rim and/or an interior side of the spokes.3. The wheel according to claim 2 , whereinthe exterior-side cover has an annular form over an entire surface or when viewed in a projection in the direction of the wheel rotational axis,the exterior-side cover is interchangeably inserted into a groove in an annular rim region or is interchangeably inserted into grooves in the annular rim region and a hub portion with an intermediately positioned seal element.4. The wheel according to claim 1 , whereinthe ...

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Номер записи: 94
07-04-2016 дата публикации

TIRE MONITORING SYSTEM FOR A VEHICLE

Номер: US20160096404A1
Автор: Arnoldo Sven, Dementyev Yevgen, DUSSINGER Axel, Gamer Benedikt, Gorenzweig Igor, MOENIG Stefan
Принадлежит: Huf Huelsbeck & Fuerst GmbH & Co. KG

A structurally simple tire monitoring system for a vehicle, for establishing tire-specific parameters, includes a valve stem with an attachment section, a fastening element and a tire air pressure sensor with a housing that has a mounting region. When the fastening element is in a locking position, the attachment section and the mounting region are releasably connected to one another using the fastening element. This is achieved in that the mounting region of the fastening element is movably supported between the locking position and an unlocking position, in which the mounting region and the attachment section can be released from one another. An elastic latching element is provided, which allows a movement of the fastening element relative to the housing toward the unlocking position, counter to a pressure exerted by the latching element. The latching element presses the fastening element into the locking position. 1. A tire monitoring system for a vehicle for establishing a tire-specific parameter comprising:a valve stem,at least one fastening element, anda tire air pressure sensor including a housing which accommodates a sensor for establishing at least one tire-specific parameter and for a wireless transmission of the at least one tire-specific parameter,wherein the housing has a mounting region, and the valve stem comprises an attachment section, andwherein, when the at least one fastening element is in a locking position, the attachment section of the valve stem and the mounting region of the housing are releasably connected to one another using the fastening element,characterized in that the mounting region of the housing movably supports the at least one fastening element between a locking position and an unlocking position, in which the mounting region and the attachment section can be released from one another, andat least one elastic latching element is provided, which allows a movement of the at least one fastening element in relation to the housing ...

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Номер записи: 95
01-04-2021 дата публикации

TIRE INFLATION DEVICE

Номер: US20210094369A1
Автор: BROWN LOUIS, Hall Michael, Morse David, NAVARRO BAEZA MIGUEL
Принадлежит: SRAM, LLC

An air deflector that is at least partially disposable within a tubeless tire of a bicycle wheel includes a body. The body includes at least one wall defining an air input end and an air output end of the body. The body is attachable to a valve of the tubeless tire at the air input end, such that when air is introduced into the body via the valve, at least some of the air is deflectable by one or more walls of the at least one wall out of the body at the air output end. 1. An air deflector disposable at least partially within a tubeless tire of a bicycle wheel , the air deflector comprising:a body including at least one wall defining an air input end and an air output end of the body,wherein the body is attachable to a valve of the tubeless tire at the air input end, such that when air is introduced into the body via the valve, at least some of the air is deflectable by one or more walls of the at least one wall out of the body at the air output end.2. The air deflector of claim 1 , wherein the body is a hollow body.3. The air deflector of claim 2 , wherein the body includes:an input opening at the air input end of the body, an input air axis being a central axis extending through the input opening; andan output opening at the air output end of the body,wherein the air output end of the body is at a distance relative to the input air axis.4. The air deflector of claim 3 , wherein the air output end faces in a direction that is at a positive acute angle relative to the input air axis.5. The air deflector of claim 3 , wherein the body is a bent tube or a curved tube.6. The air deflector of claim 3 , wherein the output opening is elliptical claim 3 , square claim 3 , rectangular claim 3 , or circular.7. The air deflector of claim 2 , wherein the air output end is a first air output end claim 2 , and the output opening is a first output opening claim 2 ,wherein the body further has a second air output end, andwherein the body further includes a second output opening at ...

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Номер записи: 96
26-06-2014 дата публикации

COMPACT VALVE SYSTEM FOR SELF-INFLATING TIRE

Номер: US20140174619A1
Автор: Hinque Daniel Paul Luc Marie
Принадлежит: THE GOODYEAR TIRE & RUBBER COMPANY

A self-inflating tire assembly includes an air passageway in the tire that is operable to be sequentially flattened by the tire footprint in a direction opposite to a tire direction of rotation to pump air from an inlet device through the passageway to an outlet device for direction into the tire cavity. A valve device for a tire is also disclosed. The valve device includes an insert mounted in the tire, a valve body mounted within the valve insert; wherein the valve body has a first, second and third chamber, wherein a first and second check valve is positioned in the first and second chamber. A pressure membrane is received within the valve body, and positioned to open and close the third chamber. The pressure membrane is in fluid communication with the tire cavity and the third chamber of the valve body. A spring is received within the third chamber and is positioned to exert force upon the pressure membrane to bias the pressure membrane position relative to the channel in the open position. 1. A self-inflating tire assembly comprising:a. a tire having a tire cavity, a first and second sidewall extending respectively from first and second tire bead regions to a tire tread region;b. said tire having a pump passageway, said pump passageway having an inlet end and an outlet end and being operative to allow a portion of the pump passageway near a tire footprint to substantially close the pump passageway,c. a valve device connected to the inlet end and outlet end of the pump passageway, wherein the valve device has a valve body having a first, second and third chamber, said first chamber having a first hole in fluid communication with the inlet end of the first pump passageway, said second chamber having a second hole in fluid communication with the outlet end of the pump passageway and a third chamber having a channel in fluid communication with the ambient air;d. wherein a first outlet passageway is in fluid communication with the tire cavity and the first chamber, ...

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Номер записи: 97
26-06-2014 дата публикации

COMPACT VALVE SYSTEM FOR SELF-INFLATING TIRE

Номер: US20140174620A1
Автор: Hinque Daniel Paul Luc Marie
Принадлежит: THE GOODYEAR TIRE & RUBBER COMPANY

A self-inflating tire assembly includes an air passageway in the tire that is operable to be sequentially flattened by the tire footprint in a direction opposite to a tire direction of rotation to pump air from a valve device through the passageway to an outlet device for direction into the tire cavity. The valve device has an internal pressure membrane that regulates the inlet flow of the air to the tube pump. 1. A self-inflating tire assembly comprising:a. a tire having a tire cavity, a first and second sidewall extending respectively from first and second tire bead regions to a tire tread region;b. said tire having an air passageway, the air passageway having an inlet end and an outlet end and being operative to allow a portion of the air passageway near a tire footprint to substantially close the passageway, wherein the outlet end of the air passageway is in fluid communication with the tire cavity;c. an inlet device connected to an inlet end of the air passageway, the inlet device including a valve body mounted in the tire, wherein the valve body has an interior chamber in fluid communication with the tire cavity, said interior cavity having a first hole in fluid communication with the inlet end of the air passageway, and a channel in fluid communication with the ambient air;d. wherein a pressure membrane is received within the interior chamber of the valve body, and positioned to open and close the channel and being in fluid communication with the tire cavity and the interior chamber of the valve body;e. wherein a spring is received within the interior chamber and is positioned to exert force upon the pressure membrane.2. The self-inflating tire assembly of wherein the channel is connected to a filter assembly.3. The self-inflating tire assembly of wherein the valve body is mounted in an insert.4. The self-inflating tire assembly of wherein the insert has a threaded outer wall.5. The self-inflating tire assembly of wherein the insert has an alignment slot and ...

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Номер записи: 98
26-06-2014 дата публикации

COMPACT VALVE SYSTEM FOR SELF-INFLATING TIRE

Номер: US20140174622A1
Автор: Hinque Daniel Paul Luc Marie
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A self-inflating tire assembly includes an air passageway in the tire that is operable to be sequentially flattened by the tire footprint in a direction opposite to a tire direction of rotation to pump air from an inlet device through the passageway to an outlet device for direction into the tire cavity. A valve device for a tire is also disclosed. The valve device includes an insert mounted in the tire, a valve body mounted within the valve insert; wherein the valve body has a first, second and third chamber, wherein a first and second check valve is positioned in the first and second chamber. A pressure membrane is received within the valve body, and positioned to open and close the third chamber. The pressure membrane is in fluid communication with the tire cavity and the third chamber of the valve body. A spring is received within the third chamber and is positioned to exert force upon the pressure membrane to bias the pressure membrane position relative to the channel in the open position. 1. A self-inflating tire assembly comprising:a. a tire having a tire cavity, a first and second sidewall extending respectively from first and second tire bead regions to a tire tread region;b. said tire having a passageway, said passageway having an inlet end and an outlet end,c. a valve device connected to the inlet end and outlet end of the air passageway, wherein the valve device has a valve body having a first, second and third chamber, said first chamber having a first hole in fluid communication with the inlet end of the passageway, said second chamber having a second hole in fluid communication with the outlet end of the passageway, and a third chamber having a channel in fluid communication with the ambient air;d. wherein a first and second one way valve is positioned in the first and second chamber; wherein a pressure membrane is received within the valve body, and positioned to open and close the channel;e. wherein the second chamber is in fluid communication with ...

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Номер записи: 99
26-06-2014 дата публикации

Air maintenance tire

Номер: US20140174626A1
Автор: Andreas Frantzen, Anne Thérèse PERONNET-PAQUIN, Daniel Paul Luc Marie Hinque, Etienne Besnoin, Francesco Sportelli, Gilles Bonnet, Massimo Di Giacomo Russo, Raphael Beck
Принадлежит: Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co

A green pneumatic tire comprising a tire cavity; first and second sidewalls extending respectively from first and second tire bead regions to a tire tread region; and a cable embedded into a rubber material of the green tire for allowing a creation of an air passageway in the tire after curing the green tire in a tire mold is disclosed. The cable comprises a core of a first material and a shell of a second material, wherein the shell surrounds the core. Also, a method of manufacturing a pneumatic tire comprising an air passageway is disclosed. The method comprises the steps of: providing a green pneumatic tire comprising a tire cavity, first and second sidewalls extending respectively from first and second tire bead regions to a tire tread region, and a cable embedded in a rubber material of the green tire, the cable comprising a core of a first material and a shell of a second material, wherein the shell surrounds the core; curing the green tire together with the cable in a tire mold; and extracting the core of the cable from the cured tire thereby providing an air passageway in the tire.

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Номер записи: 100