The 'Soft Creeper' Conceptual Bike Tires Bend Rather Than Blow Out
Michael Hemsworth — May 26, 2017 — Art & Design
References: yankodesign
Going over a jagged object or surface on your bicycle will often lead to a blown-out tire, so the 'Soft Creeper' conceptual bike tire aims to change this with a design that offers a way for the wheel to simply bounce back. Boasting shock absorbing capabilities, the tires are crafted with individual sections that are intended to shift when they go over uneven land or objects for a more comfortable ride.
If a portion of the 'Soft Creeper' tire becomes damaged, riders can simply replace that one section rather than the entire tire to decrease the occurrence of having to make full-scale replacements. The tire is the design work of a team based at the Dalian Minzu University in China including Su Hengchang, Zhang Dianming, Qiao Song, Zhang Mengbo, Cao Xinyu, Wu Jiahao, Xu Zhe and Ran Xuyang.
If a portion of the 'Soft Creeper' tire becomes damaged, riders can simply replace that one section rather than the entire tire to decrease the occurrence of having to make full-scale replacements. The tire is the design work of a team based at the Dalian Minzu University in China including Su Hengchang, Zhang Dianming, Qiao Song, Zhang Mengbo, Cao Xinyu, Wu Jiahao, Xu Zhe and Ran Xuyang.
Trend Themes
1. Shock-absorbing Bike Tires - The development of shock-absorbing bike tires presents an opportunity for the bicycle industry to enhance rider comfort and reduce tire replacement costs.
2. Sectional Tire Design - The concept of individual sections in bike tires creates opportunities for disruptive innovation in the tire manufacturing industry, allowing for easier maintenance and repair.
3. Sustainable Bike Technology - The use of durable and replaceable sections in bike tires aligns with the growing trend of sustainable and eco-friendly innovations in the cycling industry.
Industry Implications
1. Bicycle - The bicycle industry can capitalize on shock-absorbing tires to offer enhanced riding experiences and capture a niche market segment.
2. Tire Manufacturing - The tire manufacturing industry can leverage the sectional tire design to create innovative products that provide improved performance, durability, and ease of maintenance.
3. Sustainability - The sustainable and eco-friendly bike technology sector can benefit from the use of replaceable tire sections, reducing waste and promoting a circular economy.
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