Goodyear Tires debuted its flight-friendly convertible tires at the Geneva Motor Show. Following its planet-friendly moss offering, the company is tapping into the movement of the "urban aerial mobility ecosystem."
The flying car concept is designed to address the ever-growing issue of traffic and get individuals where they need to be faster. The convertible tires offer a convenience-focused crossover between the two modes of transportation. Goodyear's product boast fiber optic sensors that have the capability to track flight integrity, as well as road conditions, ultimately assuring safety standards are kept up.
The convertible tires feature an airless loop that has been filled with a set of fan blades. The wheels can rotate downwards and spin to transition from road-optimized to air-friendly transportation modes.
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Flyer-Friendly Convertible Tires
Goodyear Tires Contributes to the Flying Vehicle Concept
Trend Themes
1. Flight-friendly Tires - Developing air-friendly tires with convertible technology can pave the way for innovation in the transportation industry.
2. Urban Aerial Mobility Ecosystem - Creating a new ecosystem for transportation that incorporates flying cars can revolutionize the way people travel in cities.
3. Fiber Optic Sensors - Implementing advanced sensors in tires can open doors for new safety standards and applications in different industries.
Industry Implications
1. Automotive - Developing convertible tires can enhance functionality and mobility of traditional vehicles, while exploring new possibilities for flying cars.
2. Aerospace - Integrating convertible tire technology into aerospace vehicles can lead to the creation of new flight capabilities and efficiencies in the airspace industry.
3. Smart Transportation - Incorporating fiber optic sensors into the transportation industry can provide an opportunity for advanced data collection and analytic capabilities.