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Elastomer Reinforcement Chemistry: MichelinLast 5 Years Research Landscape

Poor filler-elastomer interaction limits the balance between rolling resistance and wear durability in high-performance tire compounds.

What technical problems is Michelin addressing in Elastomer Reinforcement Chemistry?

Interfacial metal adhesion failure

(134)evidences

Weak chemical bonding between rubber matrices and metallic or glass reinforcements leads to delamination and structural integrity loss in reinforced tires.

Tread hysteresis and wear

(593)evidences

High rolling resistance and rapid abrasive wear occur when inorganic fillers fail to disperse uniformly within the diene elastomer matrix.