TIRE STRENGTHENING SYSTEM

Abstract

A tire strengthening system for strengthening a tire is provided. The tire has an inner surface and an inner tube positioned against the inner surface with the inner surface having a pair of sidewalls and a tread area between the sidewalls. The tire strengthening system comprises an adhesive layer applied to the inner surface of the tire and a strengthening material positioned on the adhesive layer. The combined adhesive layer and strengthening material reinforces the structural integrity of the tire, enabling the tire to run longer and smoother and effectively preventing flat tires and blowouts from occurring.

Claims

1. A tire strengthening system for strengthening a tire, the tire having an inner surface and an inner tube positioned against the inner surface, the inner surface having a pair of sidewalls and a tread area between the sidewalls, the tire strengthening system comprising: an adhesive layer applied to the inner surface of the tire; and a strengthening material positioned on the adhesive layer; wherein the combined adhesive layer and strengthening material reinforces the structural integrity of the tire, enabling the tire to run longer and smoother and effectively preventing flat tires and blowouts from occurring.

The tire strengthening system of claim 1 wherein the adhesive layer is resilient.

3. The tire strengthening system of claim 1 wherein the adhesive layer is applied as a liquid formula.

4. The tire strengthening system of claim 3 wherein the adhesive layer is sprayed on the inner surface of the tire.

5. The tire strengthening system of claim 3 wherein the adhesive layer is applied on the inner surface of the tire by a brush.

6. The tire strengthening system of claim 3 wherein the adhesive layer dries within approximately twenty (20) minutes of application.

7. The tire strengthening system of claim 3 wherein the strengthening material is positioned on the adhesive layer prior to the adhesive layer drying.

8. The tire strengthening system of claim 1 wherein the combined adhesive layer and strengthening material is applied to the entire inside surface of the tire.

9. The tire strengthening system of claim 1 wherein the combined adhesive layer and strengthening material is applied to only a portion of the inside surface of the tire.

10. The tire strengthening system of claim 1 wherein the strengthening material includes Kevlar.

11. A method for strengthening a tire, the tire having an inner surface and an inner tube positioned against the inner surface, the inner surface having a pair of sidewalls and a tread area between the sidewalls, the method comprising: applying an adhesive layer to the inner surface of the tire; positioning a strengthening material on the adhesive layer; reinforcing the structural integrity of the tire; enabling the tire to run longer and smoother; and effectively preventing flat tires and blowouts from occurring.

12. A tire strengthening system for strengthening a tire, the tire having an inner surface and an inner tube positioned against the inner surface, the inner surface having a pair of sidewalls and a tread area between the sidewalls, the tire strengthening system comprising: a liquid adhesive layer applied to the inner surface of the tire, the adhesive layer being resilient upon drying; and a Kevlar strengthening material positioned on the adhesive layer prior to the adhesive layer drying; wherein the combined adhesive layer and strengthening material reinforces the structural integrity of the tire, enabling the tire to run longer and smoother and effectively preventing flat tires and blowouts from occurring.

13. The tire strengthening system of claim 12 wherein the adhesive layer is sprayed on the inner surface of the tire.

14. The tire strengthening system of claim 12 wherein the adhesive layer is applied on the inner surface of the tire by a brush.

15. The tire strengthening system of claim 12 wherein the adhesive layer dries within approximately twenty (20) minutes of application.

16. The tire strengthening system of claim 12 wherein the combined adhesive layer and strengthening material is applied to the entire inside surface of the tire.

17. The tire strengthening system of claim 12 wherein the combined adhesive layer and strengthening material is applied to only a portion of the inside surface of the tire.

Description

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0014] FIG. 1 is a perspective view illustrating a layer of a tire strengthening system, constructed in accordance with the present invention, applied within an automobile tire and incorporating an adhesive layer and a strengthening material such as Kevlar, for example.

[0015] FIG. 2 is a sectional perspective view illustrating the layer of the tire strengthening system, constructed in accordance with the present invention, applied within the automobile tire and incorporating an adhesive layer and a strengthening material such as Kevlar for example.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0016] The present invention, hereinafter referred to as a Tire Strengthening System, indicated generally at 10, is a super resilient adhesive layer 12 and strengthening material 14 incorporating Kevlar to be coated on the interior surface of existing or newly manufactured tires 16, prior to installing the tires 16 and the tires 16 having an inflatable inner tube in them. Using the Tire Strengthening System 10 provides additional functionality to reinforce the structural integrity of the tire 16, enabling the tire 16 to run longer and smoother than traditional tires and effectively preventing flat tires and blowouts from occurring. The adhesive 12 and the strengthening material 14, such as Kevlar, for example, can be available as an aftermarket accessory to be applied to existing vehicle tires 16. The adhesive 12 and the strengthening material 14, such as Kevlar, for example also is incorporable into the configuration of newly manufactured tires 12 and applied during the production process.

[0017] The Tire Strengthening System 10 of the present invention is the adhesive 12 together with the strengthening material 14 combined with the adhesive 12. Preferably, the adhesive 12 is a liquid formula applied directly to the inside surface of the tire 16. In a preferred embodiment, the adhesive 16 is applied to the entire inside surface of the tire 12 including the area opposite the tread and the sidewalls. It is within the scope of the present invention, however, for the adhesive 12 to be applied to only a portion of the inside surface of the tire 16, i.e., only the inside surface of the tire opposite the tread. The strengthening material 14 is positioned over any area where the adhesive 12 is present.

[0018] The adhesive 12 of the Tire Strengthening System 10 of the present invention is capable of drying within approximately twenty (20) minutes of application. Before the adhesive 12 is dry, the strengthening material 14, such as Kevlar, for example, is applied and the combination of adhesive 12 and strengthening material 14 dries to a flexible but impenetrable shell. The adhesive 12 is available as a spray on or a viscous fluid that is directly painted on the interior tire walls 16.

[0019] In each case, the application of the adhesive 12 and the Kevlar strengthening material 14 of the Tire Strengthening System 10 of the present invention involves liberally applying the adhesive 14 so the adhesive 12 encompasses the interior of the tire 16 completely. Once applied, the adhesive 12 and Kevlar strengthening material 14 cures and dries to a flexible, yet impenetrable shell that functions to reinforce the structural integrity of the tire 16 while also preventing damage to the inner tube inserted within the tire 16.

[0020] If a motorist drives over sharp objects such as nails or glass, or is punctured with a knife, the applied Tire Strengthening System 10 of the present invention, i.e., the adhesive 12 and the Kevlar strengthening material 14, becomes a reliable barrier that prevents the object from puncturing through the tire and inner tube and causing a blowout. The Tire Strengthening System 10 also prevents slow leaks from occurring.

[0021] The Kevlar strengthening material of the Tire Strengthening System 10 of the present invention is strong enough to stop bullets and knives and is often described as being stronger than steel of equal weight. The adhesive 12 can be sprayed on or painted on the inner tire wall then position the Kevlar strengthening material on the adhesive to dry so they become a strong and flexible yet impenetrable tough shell. In each case, the application of the adhesive 12 and the Kevlar strengthening material 14 can involve liberally applying the formula so it encompasses the interior of the tire wall 16 completely. Once applied, the adhesive layer 12 and the Kevlar strengthening material 4 cures and dries to a flexible yet impenetrable shell that functions to reinforce the structural integrity of the tire 16 while also preventing damage to the tire 16 and to tires 16 with inner tubes in them.

[0022] The Tire Strengthening System 10 of the present invention protects the integrity of an inner tube within the tire 16 during daily use, thus preventing slow leaks or flats from occurring. As an impenetrable and flexible adhesive coating 12 that encompasses the interior of the tire wails 16 the Tire Strengthening System 10 withstands elemental exposure that leads to dry rot, punctures and excessive wear. Withstanding repeated use and continued exposure to the elements, and formulated specifically for use on automobiles and light trucks, the Tire Strengthening System 10 also is applicable to a wide range of tires including motorcycle, bicycle and trailer tires. A durable and strong formulation, the Tire Strengthening System 10 will protect tires 16 and withstand many miles of use.

[0023] Although this invention has been described with respect to specific embodiments, it is not intended to be limited thereto and various modifications which will become apparent to the person of ordinary skill in the art are intended to fall within the spirit and scope of the invention as described herein taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and the appended claims.