18516796. VEHICLE WHEEL simplified abstract (TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA)

VEHICLE WHEEL

Organization Name

TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA

Inventor(s)

Yutaka Hirano of Toyota-shi (JP)

VEHICLE WHEEL - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18516796 titled 'VEHICLE WHEEL

The patent application describes a vehicle wheel with a rim part for mounting a tire, a hub part attached to an axle hub and coupled to a disc rotor of a disc brake, and a side connection part connecting the vehicle outer side of the rim part with the hub part.

• Plural through holes aligned in a circumferential direction are formed between the rim part and the hub part in the axle direction view.
• Plural fins are formed at the inner peripheral surface of the rim part in a row in a circumferential direction, each fin inclined from the outer side to the inner side in the wheel axis direction towards one side in the circumferential direction of the rim part.

Potential Applications: - Automotive industry for vehicles requiring high-performance braking systems. - Racing cars where precise control and braking power are essential. - Heavy-duty vehicles where reliable braking mechanisms are crucial.

Problems Solved: - Enhanced braking performance due to the connection between the hub part and the disc rotor. - Improved stability and control of the vehicle during braking maneuvers. - Efficient transfer of braking force from the disc rotor to the wheel.

Benefits: - Increased safety on the road with improved braking capabilities. - Enhanced durability and longevity of the wheel assembly. - Better overall performance and handling of the vehicle.

Commercial Applications: "Advanced Vehicle Wheel Technology for Enhanced Braking Performance and Control" This technology can be utilized in high-performance vehicles, sports cars, and commercial trucks to improve braking efficiency and overall safety on the road.

Questions about Vehicle Wheel Technology: 1. How does the incline of the fins in the rim part contribute to the performance of the wheel assembly? The incline of the fins helps in directing airflow and cooling the braking system during operation, improving overall efficiency.

2. What are the key advantages of connecting the hub part to the disc rotor in terms of braking performance? Connecting the hub part to the disc rotor ensures a direct transfer of braking force, resulting in quicker and more precise braking response.

Original Abstract Submitted

A vehicle wheel, includes: a rim part at which a tire is mounted; a hub part disposed at an inner side of the rim part, attached to an axle hub, and coupled to a disc rotor of a disc brake; and a side connection part configured to connect a vehicle outer side part of the rim part with the hub part, in which: in an axle direction view, between the rim part and the hub part, plural through holes penetrating in the axle direction are formed aligned in a circumferential direction, and plural fins are formed at an inner peripheral surface of the rim part in series in a row in a circumferential direction thereof, each of the fins being configured at an incline from an outer side to an inner side in the wheel axis direction toward one side in the circumferential direction of the rim part.