Before rubber was developed, tires were metal bands fitted around wooden wheels to hold the wheel together under load and to prevent wear and tear. Early rubber tires were solid (not pneumatic). Pneumatic tires are used on many vehicles, including cars, bicycles, motorcycles, buses, trucks, heavy equipment, and aircraft.

In compound formulations, natural rubber reduces internal heat generation in tires, whilst offering high mechanical resistance. It is used in many parts of the tire, mainly used for truck and earthmover tire tread.

Sep 2, 2020 · Ever wondered about the tyre rubber used in on your wheels? We look at the various tyre materials and where the rubber for car tyres comes from.

Tires are made up of a complex blend of different rubbers – natural and synthetic – plus a whole list of other construction materials. On average, a modern passenger car tire will contain up to 25 components and as many as 12 different rubber compounds. It all starts with natural rubber extracted from special trees grown in large plantations.

Sidewalls are a rubber compound that covers the body plies on the side of the tire, which give it protection from road and curb damage. The bead assures an airtight fit around the wheels, and the inner liner is a rubber compound that keeps the air inside the tire.

Nov 28, 2019 · The viscoelastic nature of tyre rubber is why managing the performance of tyres is so difficult. Let's discover the science of rubber.

From natural rubber to synthetic compounds, tires are engineered for optimal performance and durability. See videos and read about how tires are made.

Oct 7, 2023 · Discover the best tire choice for your vehicle: rubber or synthetic? Explore their pros, cons, and environmental impact.

Nov 19, 2020 · From tractors to sports cars, rubber is one of the only materials used on wheels around the world. Several components of rubber make it the ideal candidate for use a tire, and perhaps it just goes with the age-old adage “ if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.”

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