The Rolling Resistance of Pneumatic Tires

Details

• Creators:
  Clark, S. K. ; Dodge, R. N. ; Ganter, R. J. ; Luchini, J. R.
• Corporate Creators:
  University of Michigan
• Corporate Contributors:
  John A. Volpe National Transportation Systems Center (U.S.) ; United States. Department of Transportation. Office of the Secretary
• Subject/TRT Terms:
  • Design
  • Economics
  • Equipment tests
  • Fuel conservation
  • Fuel consumption
  • Fuels
  • Live loads
  • Materials
  • Pneumatic equipment
  • Radial ply tires
  More +
• Publication/ Report Number:
  DOT-TSC-NHTSA-79-28 ; DOT-HS-804 523
• Resource Type:
  Tech Report
• Geographical Coverage:
  United States
• Corporate Publisher:
  United States. Department of Transportation. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
• Abstract:
  Potential improvements in tire power transmission efficiency are worth seeking for gaining improved automotive fuel economy. Summaries herein of tire rolling resistance as influenced by tire construction and design, tire materials, and tire operating conditions indicate clearly that current trends toward smaller, lighter automobiles and increasing usage of radial tires, in addition to reduced speed levels are positive contributions in their effort. Difficulties in obtaining accurate and relevant data are discussed, including the capabilities existing and new testing machinery, and the necessity for adopting standardized testing methods for tire rolling resistance.
• Format:
  PDF
• Funding:
  DOT-TSC-1031
• Download URL:
  https://rosap.ntl.bts.gov/view/dot/10753/dot_10753_DS1.pdf
• File Type:
  [PDF - 2.24 MB]
• Collection(s):
  Volpe Center
• Main Document Checksum:
  urn:sha256:50c0c4f9e0b01840a8eccf6a9e6f42fa5ccac3228d159f4cb6a69e3fcbefc576