Automated Tire Change Systems

A tire changer machine with a wheel lift mechanism that safely lifts and lowers wheel assemblies onto the machine without protruding lifting arms that can pose a trip hazard. The lift mechanism has a flat platform that rests flush with the floor when lowered. It uses a pneumatic cylinder and four-bar linkage to elevate the platform to lift the wheel assembly onto the changer spindle. The lift is fixed to the spindle, so it moves with the spindle instead of requiring separate movement. This eliminates the need for extra supports or spindle movement to transition between the lift and changer.

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Automated wheel and tire changing system that uses robotics and computer vision to replace wheels and tires on vehicles without human intervention. The system obtains vehicle dimensions and determines reference points for the wheels. A robotic apparatus then moves around the vehicle based on the reference points to perform tasks like removing lug nuts, swapping tires, and balancing wheels. Cameras and machine learning are used to accurately locate wheel centers and hubs. The robotic apparatus aligns itself to those points for consistent and repeatable wheel removal and installation.

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Tyre changing apparatus with precise and automated bead breaking for faster and safer tyre demounting. The apparatus has a movable supporting element, an adjustable arm with a bead breaker tool, and a sensor. The arm and bead breaker move synchronously based on wheel rotation detected by the sensor. This allows precise bead breaking without damaging the tyre. The arm moves between activated and deactivated positions. The sensor detects rotation between the bead breaker components. A control unit stops arm movement based on sensor signals. This prevents over-compression. The apparatus can also have additional arms on the opposite side of the wheel.

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Remotely operated clamp devices for gripping wheel studs to temporarily hold wheels during installation and removal without lug nuts. The clamps have a movable gripper, actuator, and attachment mechanism. The gripper moves between open and closed positions using an actuating link. The user inputs commands to move the link and gripper remotely. The clamps attach to the wheel and hub with a separate mechanism. This allows releasing the clamps and wheel without removing the gripper. It improves safety by avoiding large tire manipulators in the work area.

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Portable tire changing system that allows removing and fitting tires without the need for external support structures. The tire handling apparatus has a base that grips the wheel rim and a movable arm with a mount/demount tool. The arm pivots to engage the tool with the rim to perform tire changes. This eliminates the need for separate external supports and allows compact, lightweight portability.

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Abstract: The portable electro-hydraulic jack is an innovative tool designed to simplify vehicle maintenance, tire changes, and emergency repairs by combining the principles of hydraulics electrical automation. Unlike traditional manual jacks that require extensive physical effort, this advanced device provides a fast, efficient, user-friendly solution. As compact portable, it can be easily stored in car trunks or toolboxes, making indispensable for owners, mechanics, responders. operates using electrically powered motor converts rotary motion into linear via crankshaft mechanism. automated operation, controlled switch remote, eliminates cranking required jacks, enhancing usability reducing effort. This state-of-the-art offers practical, robust, efficient solution modern meeting growing demand convenience safety automotive tools.

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Tire handling apparatus for lifting, moving, and securing heavy vehicle tires during changing operations. The apparatus has a movable attachment frame on a forklift or loader that supports a tire handling frame with articulated arms. Each arm has a tire retaining subassembly with upper and lower retainers. The upper retainer can move vertically and horizontally relative to the lower retainer. This allows the tire to be gripped and centered without relying solely on friction. The retainer movement is actuated by an actuator. The attachment frame has an open design for visibility to allow a single operator to handle the tire. The articulated arms provide maneuverability to move and position the tire.

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Powered detachable jack for vehicle tire changes that aims to reduce manual labor and improve efficiency by allowing precise positioning of the jack under the vehicle using omnidirectional casters. The detachable jack attaches to the base plate of a tire lift and has an automatic connect/disconnect system to easily attach and detach from the tire lift. This allows the detachable jack to be moved around the vehicle and precisely positioned for lifting without needing to manually move the heavy tire lift. The detachable jack can also be wirelessly controlled to further simplify operation.

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Method for simplifying the management of tyres of vehicles used in mining operations. The method uses industrial vision, RFID tags, and a database to streamline tasks like changing tires. It involves a camera system that detects and identifies tires on vehicles and their positions. The system reads RFID tags on the tires and sensors to monitor parameters like pressure and temperature. A database links tire IDs to vehicle and axle positions. This allows automated tracking and handling of tires without manual labeling. The vision system guides equipment to move tires between vehicles based on IDs. It also detects storage areas using cameras and GPS.

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Method for managing tire monitoring and handling in mines using visual inspection and databases. The method involves using specialized equipment with cameras, RFID readers, and image processing to identify and locate tires on vehicles. It allows automating tire tracking, swapping, and maintenance by visually detecting tire positions and using databases to associate tires with vehicles and axles. This simplifies tire management in mines by leveraging vision technology instead of manual identification.

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Tire changing machine with an integrated roller assist system that improves efficiency and safety during tire changes. The machine has a lifting assembly with a movable roller assembly that deploys underneath the wheel. This allows the wheel to roll onto the roller when loading, reducing force needed to lift and rotate the wheel. When raising, the roller retracts and the wheel is transferred to the turntable. The roller assist integrates with the lifting mechanism to simplify tire changes by aiding loading, bead breaking, and rotation.

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Tire changing machine with a pivoting tire removal tool that can be biased into an extended position for easier tire removal. The tool is mounted on a support column that can rotate to accommodate tires of different diameters. The machine also has a drive assembly that moves linearly along a path offset from the column to accommodate wheel assemblies of varying sizes. This allows the machine to work with tires and rims of different diameters. The tool's pivoting motion provides leverage for removing the tire bead, and the rotating column and linear drive adjust for wheel sizes.

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Automobile tire disassembly and assembly machine that reduces time and effort compared to manual methods. The machine has a horizontal motor with a deceleration mechanism that moves a power output shaft horizontally to disengage the tire. It also has mechanisms to clamp the rim and lever the tire off. For assembly, the machine has a fixed clamp for the rim and a movable lever to push the tire onto the rim. The deceleration mechanism, clamps, lever, and motor are all integrated into the machine housing. This allows automated disassembly and assembly of tires without requiring separate tools or manual disassembly.

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A device for mounting and removing tires that reduces stress on the tire and rim during tire changing. The device consists of a movable frame that can raise and lower to change its height relative to the wheel rim. It has a probe that moves between a sensing position and an original position. When the probe contacts the rim, it triggers the frame to lower. This allows the tire to be properly seated on the rim without excess force or pressure that can damage the bead or rim. The probe sensing and frame lowering are automated to optimize tire mounting/removal and minimize operator skill.

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Integrated device for automated tire disassembly, assembly, and balancing that can switch between the three states of disassembly, balancing, and assembly without removing the tire. The device has a chassis, control system, articulated arm, and interchangeable disassembly/balancing shaft. The shaft can switch between a balancing state and a disassembly/assembly state using the arm. This allows flexible switching between tire replacement and dynamic balancing without disassembling and reassembling the tire. The articulated arm provides mobility to carry the tire during state transitions.

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Integrated tire removal equipment for automotive repair shops that simplifies and automates the process of removing tires from vehicles. The equipment has adjustable mechanisms on both sides of the workbench to grip and rotate the tires. This allows the tire to be moved and positioned between the mechanisms for disassembly. The center of the workbench has an inner support mechanism to rotate the tire. One mechanism has a pressure roller and the other has a beak plate and telescoping rod. The mechanisms can adjust and move the tire between them for removal. The workbench and support frame are also movable to accommodate different vehicles.

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A compact mobile vehicle tire changer that can be used in the field for on-site tire service. The changer is designed to be installed in a small transportation vehicle and provide tire changing services at customer locations. The changer has a compact layout with a rotating lifting swing arm that allows the changer to be mounted on a vehicle. The swing arm lifts, lowers, rotates, and positions vertically to disassemble and assemble tires. It also saves space compared to a fixed changer. The changer has a main pulley on a guide rail assembly that connects to the swing arm and mounting frame. The changer components are arranged in a compact configuration for mobility.

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Tire disassembly and installation auxiliary equipment to assist in removing and installing tires without manual lifting. The equipment has a base, moving plate, telescopic column, fixed seats, screw, clamping mechanism, and adjustment mechanism. The adjustment and clamping features allow precise positioning of the tire during disassembly and installation, eliminating the need for manual adjustments. The telescopic column extends and retracts to accommodate different rim sizes. The moving plate and seats slide to adjust tire position. The clamping mechanism grips the tire. The adjustment and clamping features enable automated tire positioning during disassembly and installation.

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Tire changing machine with an extendable arm that seals tires without additional tools or operators. The machine has a rotating wheel holder, an upward extending tower with a linear actuator, and an arm with claws. The claws can extend and retract to grip the tire tread. The actuator lowers to push the tire onto the wheel. The claws engage the tire while the actuator lifts, sealing the bead. The tower height can be adjusted to accommodate different wheel sizes. The arm extends and retracts to grip the tire at different heights. This allows sealing harder-to-mount tires without needing extra operators or air tools.

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An automated device to move tires between an electric vehicle tire mounting machine and the assembly line. It replaces manual transportation of tires using a robot. The device consists of a robot above the tire mounting machine with clamping cylinders and a sliding plate. Below it, a conveyor frame with a roller frame on rails. The robot clamps tires below the mounting machine and moves them to the conveyor. The conveyor moves the tires to the mounting machine. Sensors detect tire presence and control the robot and conveyor movements.

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