Automated Tire Change Systems

A combined tire disassembling device for efficiently removing large tires from vehicles without damaging inner tubes. The device has two movable shafts, one with a pressing wheel and the other with a tire disassembling hook, that can be independently adjusted to disassemble and assemble tires. The shafts are mounted on a frame that can move along a sliding platform. This allows the hook and pressing wheel to be separately positioned for tire disassembly and assembly without rotating the disassembling head. It also enables adjusting the relative distance between the hook and pressing wheel to accommodate large tires. The sliding platform can rotate to move the entire device, while the shafts and chuck assembly can slide independently. This provides flexibility and versatility for disassembling and assembling large tires.

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Tire changer machine with a tool assembly that can be adjusted to optimize tire removal for different wheel sizes without mechanical modifications. The tool assembly has a pivoting demount tool that retracts when the assembly is near the base and extends as it moves towards the end. The assembly is mounted on a rotatable column that adjusts the tool facing orientation for different wheel diameters. This allows the tool to pivot and slide to better fit the tire bead as the wheel rotates, facilitating tire removal.

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Robotic tire mounter for automated tire assembly that reduces weight and damage compared to conventional grippers. The mounter uses a selectively moveable gripper unit with retractable fingers. The fingers extend into the tire opening to grip the beads, then retract slightly to deform the tire. This allows lifting the tire onto the wheel without pressing against the treads. The fingers can then move back to the gripping position for lowering the tire onto the wheel. The retractable fingers avoid contacting the treads, reducing weight and damage compared to grippers that press against the treads.

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Jaw design for a wheel holder in a tire changer that improves clamping and release of the wheel rim during tire mounting/demounting. The jaw has a movable switch element that can be positioned to engage the rim or retract to allow direct rim contact. This allows the jaw to transition from gripping the rim during clamping to releasing it during wheel removal. The switch element can be removed when retracted to simplify jaw disassembly. The jaw also has an abutment surface with angled and diverging portions for better rim contact.

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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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A compact tire changer with reduced size and improved efficiency compared to traditional tire changers. The new design features a compact box component, adjustable main arm, and vertical lifting cylinder to move the working arms up and down. This allows compact storage and easier access compared to separate vertical columns. The chuck with rotating shaft and hydraulic cylinder for chuck rotation. The compact design saves space and simplifies operation.

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Tire disassembly and assembly machine for more efficient and ergonomic tire changing. The machine has a base with a workbench, a turning device, and a tire shoveling device. The turning device has a hollow column with an extendable telescopic section. The tire shoveling device has a telescopic arm with a scraper. This allows raising and lowering tires with the telescopic column and scraping off old tire with the telescopic arm. The machine also has rotating arms and a base-mounted telescopic section to assist in tire removal and mounting.

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A device to lift tires onto a tire changer machine without manual lifting. The device has a base, a motor to raise the tire, a hydraulic cylinder attached to the motor output, and a top plate on the cylinder. Another motor is attached to the top plate. A rod connects the motors. The lower end has a seat with supports and a chute. A slider in the chute has a plate on top and a splint below. Hydraulic telescoping rods are on the seat top. The motor raises the tire into the chute, where the slider captures it. The motor on the chute top extends the rods to lift the tire further.

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An intelligent tire changing system for autonomous vehicles that enables automated tire changes without needing to tow the vehicle to a repair shop or use manual tools. The system is integrated into the vehicle and allows tires to be changed without human intervention. It uses telescoping lifting assemblies, sliding seats, and rotating parts to move the wheels and tires. The system also has a disassembly mechanism to remove the bolts holding the wheels on. The lifting, sliding, and rotating parts allow the wheels to be raised, moved, and lowered to swap tires. The disassembly mechanism aligns the bolts for removal. The system facilitates automated tire changes for autonomous vehicles.

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A tire dismounting tool with automated clamping force control to prevent excessive tire deformation and damage during tire removal. The tool has a boom, two forearms, drivers, a detection element, and control. The forearms can move independently to grasp the tire. A detection element measures clamping force. The control analyzes force readings and sends commands to the drivers to adjust forearm positions if force is too high or low. This ensures precise tire clamping to prevent over-gripping or under-gripping that can damage tires.

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Automated tire changing system that uses robotic arms to remove and replace tires on vehicles. The system analyzes wheel fastener patterns, such as the number and arrangement of lug nuts, for each wheel. Robotic arms then remove the lug nuts, take off the wheel, and mount a new tire. The system can handle different wheel configurations, like four-, five-, or six-lug nuts. It uses computer vision and sensors to locate and grip the wheel and monitor the process.

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A flexible tire changer that allows adjustment of the position of the tire dismounting assemblies on the column to make tire removal and installation easier and reduce wear on the tires and rims. The changer has a single column with sliding upper and lower tire assemblies. This allows independent adjustment of each assembly's vertical position on the column. It also has a tire cap with rollers that engage the tire lip and rim to reduce friction during removal. The changer integrates the bottom loading column and pressure spoke into a single structure for simplification and reduced volume.

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Tire changer apparatus with rotating arms for easier and more flexible tire changing. The changer has a base with a rotatable drive unit to hold wheels, a frame with guides, and two devices with tools to interact with the tire beads. The devices have arms that can rotate around axes parallel to the wheel axis. This allows the arms to be positioned optimally for any wheel size. The drive unit can translate and the arms can rotate to adapt to different wheels.

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Tire changer that uses sensors and control logic to precisely grip tires without damaging them during dismounting. The changer has two forearms that can move relative to the boom. Sensors detect the forces applied by the driving motors. If the force is too low, a control element sends a signal to the motors to move the forearms closer together to tighten the grip. If the force is too high, the motors stop moving to prevent excessive deformation. This automated clamping process allows precise and controlled tire gripping without over-tightening.

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Automating the process of changing vehicle tires using a robotic apparatus. The system determines the wheel fastener pattern and directs a robotic arm to remove the lug nuts and replace the wheel with the hub. This enables fully automated tire changing without manual intervention. The robotic arm grips the tire, removes the lug nuts, swaps the tire, and reattaches the wheel.

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Automated vehicle wheel removal and replacement using a robotic arm. The system determines the wheel fastener pattern and directs the robot to remove the lug nuts and wheel from a vehicle hub. It can also replace the wheel by reversing the process. This allows fully automated tire changes without manual intervention. The robotic arm has sensors to grip the tire and extract the wheel.

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Tire changer machine with independent and high degree of freedom of movement for tire removal. The changer has a sliding tire clamping arm and a sliding, rotating tire removal arm. Both arms can move independently along one axis and rotate separately. This allows more flexible and efficient tire removal compared to fixed arms.

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Robotic system for automated vehicle wheel removal, tire replacement, and wheel replacement. The system uses a robotic arm with sensors and grippers to autonomously remove wheels from vehicles, replace the tires, and reattach the wheels. It can perform these tasks on multiple vehicles simultaneously. The system analyzes the wheel and vehicle type to determine the appropriate operations.

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Automated tire changing system using a robot to remove lug nuts, lift and replace wheels, and secure lug nuts for vehicle tire changes. The system analyzes the wheel configuration, directs the robot to remove lug nuts, detach the wheel, and install a new tire. It uses sensors and computer vision to guide the robot.

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Automated tire changing system that uses robots to remove and replace vehicle wheels for tire replacement or rotation. The system directs a robotic apparatus to remove wheel fasteners and extract the wheel from the hub. The wheel is handed off to a tire changing station where the tire is replaced. The robot then retrieves the wheel and replaces it on the hub, securing the fasteners. This automated process eliminates the need for manual wheel removal and lifting.

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A tire mounting machine that uses a movable tool holder carriage with multiple arms and tools to efficiently and precisely mount and demount tires on wheels. The machine has a wheel holder unit and a vertical sliding tool carriage that moves down to operate on the top sidewall of the tire. The carriage has arms with tools that can extend, rotate, and move independently to engage the bead, sidewall, and break the bead.

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Automatic tire handling device for moving and gripping tires in tire workshops. It has a movable frame with a threaded rod driven by a motor to move forward and backward along guide rails. The frame has a magnetic chuck that can grab tires and a movable base attached to the chuck. This allows the device to approach, clamp, and lift tires. A telescoping arm extends from the frame to rotate and maneuver the chuck. The device has two magnetic chucks that can be installed/swapped for easy maintenance. The chucks attract and clamp onto the tire using a threaded rod that retracts and extends. This allows insertion into the tire and then squeezing against the inner wall to secure it. The telescoping arm rotates to position the chucks. The threaded rod limit stops prevent over-extension.

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An automated system for tire changing in which a robotic device removes and replaces wheels on vehicles using a modular gripping mechanism to perform the process autonomously. The system uses computer vision to identify the type of wheel fasteners on a vehicle and directs the robotic device to remove the lug nuts and swap the tire. The gripping mechanism inserts fingers into the lug nut holes to secure the wheel for removal and replacement.

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Automated system for removing and replacing vehicle wheels. It uses a robotic apparatus to perform the task without human intervention. The system uses cameras and sensors to identify and locate the wheels on the vehicle, then move the robotic arm to the correct positions to remove and replace the lug nuts. The robotic arm has specialized fingers to grip the lug nut holes and pull the wheel off the hub.

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A tire changing machine with an improved tool to make it easier to remove the tire from the rim. The tool has a hooked end that can rotate from a vertical to an inclined position. This allows the tool to engage the tire bead and pull it over the rim edge without requiring manual repositioning. A spring is provided to return the tool to its initial vertical position after rotation.

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Compact, lightweight tire changer that can be easily transported and used for mobile tire repairs. It has a swing frame that can pivot up and down, allowing the tire changer to be compact when not in use. The swing frame holds the pressure plate to push the tire off the rim and the chuck to hold the rim. The swing arm connects the frame to the seat and can be driven to move the chuck and pressure plate. This allows the tire to be clamped, rotated, and pushed off the rim. The swing mechanism enables compact storage and transport.

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Tire changing equipment that allows easy and damage-free removal of tires from vehicle rims. The equipment has a rotating dismounting head that extends into the tire and clamps onto the wheel hub. The head can then be rotated to pry the tire off the rim by applying pressure. The head rotation is controlled by two cylinders that drive a connecting disc and push rod. This allows precise and consistent pressure on the tire while avoiding damage to the wheel hub.

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A contactless tire changer that uses radar sensors to accurately detect the position of the wheel and tools without physical contact. The changer has a rotating support for the wheel, and movable tools for mounting/demounting the tire. Radar sensors determine wheel position relative to a reference point. A control unit correlates tool position with wheel position to guide tool movement. The radar sensors also detect the distance of wheel components. The control unit uses this data to precisely move the tools to remove or install the tire.

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A compact and versatile wheel servicing machine that performs tire changing, wheel balancing, and wheel diagnostics. The machine has a rotatable shaft for mounting the wheel, with a support device that can engage the shaft to clamp it in place for changing tires, or disengage to allow free rotation for balancing. A connector can engage/disengage a vibration measuring system. A control unit automatically positions the support device and connector based on the user selection of tire changer or balancer mode.

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Automated tire changing using robotic arms mounted on autonomous mobile bases. The robots traverse to a vehicle, position their arms, and engage tools with the tire and wheel while the vehicle is stationary. They perform tasks like removing and installing wheels, deflating/inflating tires, balancing, cleaning, etc. They have sensors to locate wheels and identify tires. Multiple robots can work together.

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An automated tire changing system for autonomous vehicles that allows the vehicle to change its own tires without human intervention. The system consists of a base, jack, placement plate, chute, electric slider, electric turntable, support seat, electric push rod, clamp, splints, clamping mechanism, shell, fixed seat, spare wheels, and a controller. The components allow the vehicle to automatically pick up a new tire from the chute, carry it to the wheel position, clamp it onto the splints, use the electric wrench to remove the old tire, and then install the new tire onto the wheel. The clamp adjusts the splint positions to properly position the tire. The automated system eliminates the need for manual tire changing on autonomous vehicles.

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