Dubbed the Tweel, the novel design replaced standard pneumatic tires and metal wheels with deforming spokes around a hub. While uses of the Tweel are still limited, the tech is about to get a big ...
It's been well over a year since Michelin unveiled its take on the future of the tire, the airless Tweel. The odd-looking invention pairs a replaceable outer rubber layer with a central alloy hub ...
Following is a transcript of the video. Narrator: From the wheels of NASA's moon rover to Michelin's Tweel, we've seen tires that don't need air for decades. We've even seen prototypes for ...
David Finleyson, B2B public relations manager, Michelin, discusses with Green Industry Pros the benefits of Tweel tires and in which applications they work best.
While Michelin have been shipping Tweel products for several years now, they’re limited to low-speed rugged applications, like skid-steer loaders and ride-on lawnmowers. Getting airless tires ...
This innovative flat-proof technology offers a versatile solution as an alternative to tweel wheels, and other airless polyurethane spoke wheel options, by providing the ability to effectively ...
It’s a fantasy for now, but Michelin already sells its one-piece airless Tweel for use on construction sites, while its Uptis solid tyre is undergoing trials on passenger vehicles. “ ...