An automatic tire inflation/deflation system is described for a vehicle with pneumatic tires. The system may be incorporated into existing vehicles without modification of the axles, wheels or tires. A pressure-responsive bellows is utilized at each wheel to open or close the existing tire valve in accordance with air pressure valves applies to the bellows exterior surface. A selector valve at the driver's station permits the human driver to remotely control the tire inflation or deflation process. During normal run operations, the air passage system is depressurized. (Author)
Tire Inflation/Deflation System
1984
14 pages
Report
Keine Angabe
Englisch
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