Key Innovations in Tire Performance
1. Highly Visible Tires for Safety in Low Light Conditions
What is Bridgestone doing?
Developing non-pneumatic tires and small mobility vehicles with highly visible tires to improve safety in low light conditions.
What does this mean?
This innovation addresses safety enhancements that are not typically a primary focus in the industry.
Related patents: WO2024127718A1, JP2024086465A
2. Enhanced Durability with Chemically Recycled Materials
What is Bridgestone doing?
Utilizing chemically recycled PET fiber and advanced techniques to enhance the strength and durability of tires, conveyor belts, and hoses.
What does this mean?
Bridgestone is exploring eco-friendly material solutions and improve the durability of their products
Related patents: EP4382645A1, WO2024122099A1, WO2024122098A1
3. Improved Traceability and Management with Visible Markings
What is Bridgestone doing?
Incorporating visible markings to indicate embedded electronic tags and implementing temporary identification labels for easier handling and management.
What does this mean?
These innovations can significantly enhance inventory management and traceability.
Related patents: CN118265616A, US20240193396A1
4. Advanced Cleaning and Adhesion Techniques for Inner Tire Surfaces
What is Bridgestone doing?
Developing methods to clean the inner surface of tires effectively, ensuring optimal adhesion of sealing agents or sound-absorbing materials.
What does this mean?
Bridgestone is exploring maintenance techniques, enhancing the overall performance and longevity of their tire products.
Related patents: US20240190092A1, JP7504289B2
Quick Insight
In June, Bridgestone published 17 new patents families, which are the first in their series. These patents surrounds:
- Tire Design and Markings
- Pneumatic Tire Durability and Performance
- Rubber Compositions and Materials
- Recycling and Fiber Technology
- Tire Maintenance and Handling
Bridgestone’s Tire Performance Patent Activities During this Quarter
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Other Key Innovations
1. Non-Pneumatic Tires
What is Bridgestone doing?
Developing method for manufacturing non-pneumatic tires that improve safety and reduce maintenance costs.
What does this mean?
Bridgestone could be addressing puncture resistance and maintenance-free solutions representing a shift from traditional tire design
Related patents: WO2024084861A1
2. Ring Member Peeling Prevention
What is Bridgestone doing?
Working on a method to prevent the ring member from peeling off in tires.
What does this mean?
Bridgestone could be exploring the nuances of tire durability and structural integrity, leading to advancements in tire longevity and performance
Related patents: JP2024059390A
3. Toroidal Tire Design
What is Bridgestone doing?
This patent covers a vehicle wheel design with a toroidal tire that potentially offers improved performance characteristics.
What does this mean?
This design could be an innovative tire shapes that could provide better traction, stability, and overall performance.
Related patents: EP4049857B1
Cross-Industry citations
Some organizations have patents cited that belong to the same family as the patents published by Bridgestone this quarter.
Citations by Universities
| University | Bridgestone’s cited family | What is Bridgestone’s patent about? |
|---|---|---|
| Jilin University | US11958322B2 | Reinforced webbing for non-pneumatic tires that provides a strong, lightweight support structure without the need for an inner tube. |
| Chinese Academy of Sciences | EP3938412B1(cited twice) | Modified high cis polydiene polymer that is used in tire components such as tire treads. |
| Yanshan University | US11975573B2 | A system for cooling the inner surfaces of pneumatic tires to prevent heat buildup that can cause tire degradation. |
Citations from Chemical Industry
| Company | Bridgestone’s cited family | What is Bridgestone’s patent about? |
|---|---|---|
| LG Chem | JP2024075734A, EP3938412B1 | Rubber composition for tires that enhances rolling resistance and handling stability, utilizing modified high cis polydiene polymer in components like tire treads. |
| Otsuka Chemical | ES2971953T3 | Rubber composition for low rolling resistance tires with improved processing and wear resistance compared to prior art compositions. |
| Bando | EP3363824B1 | Rubber composition, crosslinked rubber, and products with improved high temperature fracture resistance and weather resistance. |
What else did Bridgestone published in Tire in June?
Innovation Areas other than Tire Performance
| Areas | Possible Applications |
|---|---|
| Structural Integrity and Durability | 1. High-Performance Vehicles: Enhancing tire durability for sports cars and performance vehicles. 2. Long-Distance Transportation: Improving the lifespan and reliability of tires used in long-haul trucking. 3. Emergency Vehicles: Ensuring the reliability and safety of tires for ambulances, fire trucks, and police vehicles. |
| Tire Designs | 1. Electric Vehicles (EVs): Offering innovative tire designs that improve the efficiency and performance of electric vehicles. 2. High-end Vehicles: Providing unique and high-performance tire solutions for luxury and high-end vehicles. 3. Concept Cars: Implementing advanced tire designs in concept and prototype vehicles for automotive shows and research. |
Other Companies leading innovations in Tire Performance
- Sumitomo Rubber Industries
- Michelin & Cie
- Yokohama Rubber Company
- Continental Reifen Deutschland GmbH
- GoodYear
