Cooling Systems for Tire Performance

Tire temperature control system for vehicles that provides efficient and automated tire heating and cooling to improve tire performance and safety in various conditions. The system uses both liquid and gas circulation paths to heat or cool the tires through dedicated modules. The tire temperature is monitored along with ambient temperature to determine when to activate heating or cooling. This allows proactive temperature control based on environment and tire conditions. The liquid path uses a heat exchanger to circulate fluid between the tires and a liquid treatment module. The gas path has a compressor to circulate gas between the tires and a gas treatment module. This dual-path system provides more flexibility and efficiency compared to relying solely on external heating or airflow cooling.

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System for cooling vehicle tires to prevent overheating in vehicles with improved aerodynamics. The system uses deployable deflector panels that extend out from the vehicle body near the wheels to increase airflow around the tires. Sensors monitor tire characteristics like temperature. When threshold limits are exceeded, the panels deploy to force more air over the tires, cooling them. This prevents overheating when reduced airflow from improved body aerodynamics could cause issues.

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Tire-wheel assembly that controls the temperature of a tire lumen. The assembly includes a heat absorbing device defining a simple structure and control the temperature of the tire inner cavity.

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Controlling the cooling system of a vehicle to optimize cooling performance and aerodynamics. The cooling system has a radiator and a directing mechanism to control the airflow path downstream. The control system receives signals for cooling requirement and vehicle operating condition. Based on these inputs, it determines a cooling parameter and outputs signals to direct the mechanism and fan duty. In low speed, the mechanism directs air via a path with spinning wheels to increase pressure drop. In high speed, it bypasses wheels to avoid wheelspin drag. This allows customizing the cooling airflow to match vehicle conditions.

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A spray-type automobile tire temperature regulation system to prevent tire overheating in summer and tire slippage in winter. The system has components for cooling and heating the tires. When tire temperature is too high, a pump pumps hot water from a storage tank to a spray head on the tire. When tire temperature is too low, a pump pumps cold condensed water from a storage tank to a spray head on the tire. A water tank stores water for both pumps, and a level gauge monitors water level.

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Vehicle tire temperature regulation system that intelligently cools tires based on road conditions and tire temperature to improve safety and traction. The system uses sensors to detect tire temperature and road conditions like slope and surface conditions. It then adjusts water spray cooling accordingly. For example, less cooling on dry smooth roads versus more cooling on wet slippery roads. The system also monitors water temperature and level to optimize cooling effectiveness. This prevents overcooling on dry roads that can cause skidding.

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A system to control tire temperature of solid tires to prevent overheating and damage. The system uses a bellows enclosure around the tire with an opening, fan, filter, and door. A temperature sensor on the tire monitors temperature. When the sensor detects high tire temperature during use, a controller activates the fan to blow cool air through the filter and bellows to dissipate heat. A rain sensor closes the door automatically when it rains to prevent water entry.

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Tire cooling system to maintain stable tire pressure during temperature-sensitive tire pressure monitoring tests. The system uses a pump to circulate low-temperature air from the car's AC evaporator through the tire. It achieves dynamic pressure balance by matching inflator speed and valve outlet area to equalize inflation and deflation. This replaces hot air inside the tire with cooler air to prevent excessive pressure increases caused by high internal temperatures.

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Device to cool automobile tires without splashing water that allows controlled cooling without rapid temperature swings. The device has a U-shaped tube with a heat conductor contacting one end of the wheel. When driving normally, the heat conductor is close to the wheel but not touching the end surface. This allows heat transfer fluid to flow through the tube. When cooling is needed, the heat conductor contacts the end surface to increase fluid flow and cool the wheel faster.

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Self-adaptive cooling system for truck tires that automatically regulates tire temperature during driving to prevent overheating. The system uses a mechanism with sliding balls, springs, gears, and a flow control device that adjusts airflow through the tires based on speed and temperature. The mechanism is mounted on the wheel hub and connected to the brake caliper. It has a detection chamber with balls, springs, and gears that sense tire temperature and a transmission chamber with rods and gears that control airflow. A flow disc with an eccentric hole drives a gear to regulate airflow through the shunt cavities in the wheel hubs. This allows air to be directed to the tires as needed to cool them during high-speed or heavy-load driving.

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A hybrid water-cooled and air-cooled tire cooling system for trucks that leverages solar power to improve cooling efficiency. The system uses solar panels on the roof to generate electricity, a battery to store it, and a tire cooling controller to manage the water pump, fan, and mist nozzles. This allows converting the water-cooled system into a combined water-cooled and air-cooled system by misting the tires with high-pressure water. The mist evaporates to cool the tires, aided by the fan. This improves cooling compared to just water spraying. The solar panels power the system without needing an external power source.

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Centralized cooling system for vehicles that can cool brakes, wheels, tires, and bearings to prevent overheating damage. The system uses a central ECU module to monitor factors like brake force, vehicle speed, terrain, and airflow. It then controls fans to cool the components. The system can also read vehicle data like brake light activation, speeds, and tire temps. It allows operating while the vehicle is off and has direct power and off buttons. This addresses issues like bakelization of tires and brake pad damage from heat.

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A vehicle tire cooling system that automatically releases water from the tire to absorb heat and protect against damage from high road temperatures. The system has a water storage chamber around the tire that rotates with the tire. A valve in the chamber allows water to be discharged through the tire tread grooves. The valve closes when the car stops and opens as speed increases, automatically adjusting water flow based on vehicle velocity. The discharged water absorbs heat between the tire and road, reducing damage. When the tire is stationary, the valve is closed to prevent leakage.

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Cooling system for pneumatic tires to prevent internal heat buildup and tire failure at high speeds and loads. The system involves attaching a heat exchanger to the inside surface of the tire. Coolant flows through the exchanger inlets and outlets. The exchanger absorbs heat from the tire interior as the tire flexes and transfers it to the coolant. This coolant can then be circulated externally to a pump attached to the wheel rim. The pump rotates with the wheel and provides continuous cooling. The coolant can be circulated internally or externally, depending on the configuration.

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Pneumatic tire with an internal cooling system to reduce internal temperatures and prevent delamination. The tire has a coolant circulation unit inside the tread and/or shoulder that circulates a cooling fluid. The circulation unit is bent and may have a protruding heat dissipation part. This closed loop cooling system prevents peeling by lowering internal temperatures when the tire is hot. It prevents cracking by keeping the coolant completely enclosed.

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An automobile tire cooling device to prevent tires from overheating during driving, especially in hot weather. The device mounts inside the wheel well and uses a blowing impeller to directly cool the tires. It also has spray nozzles with liquid nitrogen to further cool the tires. A temperature sensor triggers the nitrogen spray when needed. The impeller and driving impeller are coaxially connected, with the driving impeller outside the wheel well. This allows the blowing impeller to directly face the tires. The device connects to a liquid nitrogen tank and ECU for control.

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Tire cooling system for cars that reduces tire temperatures without adding weight or water tanks. The system uses the car's refrigeration system to cool tires. A compressor, condenser, throttle, and heat exchanger connected to the refrigerant lines are added. The heat exchanger is mounted on the axle. When the compressor runs, it chills the refrigerant. The throttle reduces pressure. The cooled refrigerant flows through the axle heat exchanger to absorb heat. Spokes connect the axle and wheels, allowing heat transfer. The cooled axle then transfers heat to the tires. This smart system intelligently cools tires using the car's AC instead of adding weight and water.

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Tire cooling system with driver selectable cooling modes and warnings to prevent hazardous water spraying on gravel roads. The system has a water tank, water level sensor, temperature sensor, water spray devices, and a controller. It allows the driver to choose between spray cooling or drip cooling. It also has a warning device to prompt the driver to cool the tires when needed. This prevents unnecessary water spraying on gravel roads that could cause skidding.

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Tire with heat exchange features on the shoulder regions to reduce heat buildup and improve tire life. The features modify air flow over the shoulder exterior surfaces during tire rotation to enhance heat dissipation. The features can be adapted to move air in either direction of rotation. This allows customization based on tire mounting position.

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Preventing overheating of tires in vehicles by diverting air conditioning cooling to the brake system to prevent heat transfer that damages the tires. The system has a dedicated cooling path from the vehicle's air conditioner to the brakes, bypassing the passenger cabin. It connects the air conditioner's horizontal duct to a separate cold air supply near the brakes. This prevents tire heating caused by brake system heat transfer. The system uses the air conditioner's cold air to cool the brakes instead of letting it flow into the cabin.

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