Rather than having to wait until the spring for suitable conditions for driving his RC 3D-printed vehicle, Daniel Norée found a way to apply winter race car tires to the unit.
Since snow chains are often added to tires in order to maintain traction in slippery winter conditions, this is what inspired the form of the 3D-printed tires. As a result, the form of these tires provides incredible grip and makes it possible for the tires to perform as if they were working on clear roads.
While this concept is now only being explored on a remote control car, this could be a precursor to the car tire designs of the future. As the founder of the Open RC 3D-printed vehicle project, Norée's OpenRC F1 race car and winter tires can be downloaded via Thingverse.
Winterized 3D-Printed Tires
These Race Car Tires are Designed to Master Snow and Ice
Trend Themes
1. 3d-printed Winter Tires - The development of 3D-printed tires designed for winter conditions opens up opportunities for customized and weather-specific tire solutions.
2. Traction-enhancing Tire Designs - The use of snow chain-inspired tire designs can improve grip on slippery surfaces, offering potential for safer driving in icy and snowy conditions.
3. Advancements in RC Vehicle Technology - The application of advanced tire technology to remote control cars indicates potential for innovation in the larger automotive industry.
Industry Implications
1. Automotive - The automotive industry can explore the use of 3D printing and traction-enhancing tire designs to create safer and more efficient winter tires for consumer vehicles.
2. Additive Manufacturing - The development of 3D-printed winter tires highlights the potential applications and advancements in the field of additive manufacturing.
3. RC Vehicle Manufacturing - Manufacturers of remote control cars can incorporate advanced tire designs to enhance the performance and traction capabilities of their products.