Patent
High Pressure Cell for Testing Tire Sealants
Abstract
A high-pressure cell is designed to test the sealing capability of tire sealant. The cell primarily consists of a glass cylinder, a circular piece of tire cut from the tread area, and provisions for mounting nails of various sizes.
Type of IP
Category of Patent
Department
Salient technical features and Advantages of the Technology
- Requires only a small amount of sealant for testing
- Apparatus is easy to use
- Instant testing of tire sealant efficacy possible under the same conditions as an inflated tire
- Measurement of loss of pressure inversely correlated with the sealing capability of the sealant
- Vessel made of sheet metal or from a material such as hard plastic or toughened glass
- A jacketed vessel for controlling the test temperature
Technology readiness level
8
Current Status of Technology
An apparatus has been set up and tested and invention is at the stage of process qualification through test and demonstration. A method for testing the efficacy of the tire sealant has also been given. The patent has been granted and the technology is ready for licensing.
Relevant Industries
Tire/ tire sealant manufacturing industry
Applications or Domain
This can be a useful tool for companies that manufacture tires and tire sealants. It helps to accurately and easily test the efficacy of the tire sealant