18396250. VEHICLE WHEEL HAVING ADJUSTABLE INSERT NECK AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING THE SAME simplified abstract (Hyundai Motor Company)
VEHICLE WHEEL HAVING ADJUSTABLE INSERT NECK AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING THE SAME
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Young Chan Kim of Yongin-si (KR)
Young Il Kim of Chungju-si (KR)
Sang Bum Park of Chungju-si (KR)
Chang Hak Yoo of Chungju-si (KR)
VEHICLE WHEEL HAVING ADJUSTABLE INSERT NECK AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING THE SAME - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18396250 titled 'VEHICLE WHEEL HAVING ADJUSTABLE INSERT NECK AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING THE SAME
Simplified Explanation
The method for manufacturing a vehicle wheel described in the abstract involves several key processes:
- Casting process to create a one-piece body with a forming end and temporary flanges
- Primary shape machining process to form a stepped part on the outer circumferential side
- Flow forming process to bend the forming end onto the stepped part
- Friction stir welding process to bond the forming end and stepped part
- Fine machining process to remove the temporary flanges
- Sound-absorbing hole machining process to create a hole for communication between the resonance chamber and tire interior
Potential Applications: - Automotive industry for manufacturing vehicle wheels - Aerospace industry for lightweight and durable wheel components
Problems Solved: - Improved structural integrity and durability of vehicle wheels - Enhanced sound-absorbing properties for a quieter ride
Benefits: - Increased strength and longevity of wheels - Reduced noise levels for a more comfortable driving experience
Potential Commercial Applications: - Wheel manufacturing companies - Automotive and aerospace industries
Possible Prior Art: - Traditional methods of wheel manufacturing involving multiple pieces and welding processes
Unanswered Questions: 1. What specific materials are used in the manufacturing process? 2. How does the sound-absorbing hole affect the overall performance of the wheel?
Original Abstract Submitted
A method for manufacturing a vehicle wheel includes: a casting process of manufacturing the wheel in a one-piece body having a forming end and a temporary flange protruding at inner and outer sides of the wheel, respectively, wherein the one-piece body further includes a resonance chamber forming groove; a primary shape machining process of forming a stepped part at an outer circumferential side of the resonance chamber forming groove; a flow forming process of bending the forming end to be seated on the stepped part; a friction stir welding process of integrally bonding a portion where the forming end and the stepped part are in close contact with each other; a fine machining process of removing the temporary flange; and a sound-absorbing hole machining process of forming a sound-absorbing hole for communicating between the resonance chamber and an interior space of a tire in the forming end.
