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Goodyear presenta un *neumtico que

genera electricidad
Marzo 2015.-

Goodyear ha presentado en el Saln del Automvil de Ginebra un neumtico que quiere

ayudar a mejorar las cifras de autonoma de los coches elctricos.
El BH03 cuenta con un diseo capaz de generar energa elctrica. La idea se basa en una
combinacin de materiales que componen su superficie, parte de ellos son piezoelctricos,
capaces de generar energa elctrica gracias a la presin generada por la deformacin de
la estructura y las vibraciones.
La otra forma utiliza el principio termoelctrico. De este modo el BH03 gracias a su color
negro es capaz de capturar la energa del sol tanto cuando est estacionado, transformando
ese calor en energa elctrica.
Este neumtico cuenta con tres tubos internos dentro de la llanta. Los tubos se sitan por
debajo de la banda de rodadura y cerca del borde interior y exterior del neumtico, as
como el centro. Dispone de una bomba interna que mueve el aire desde la cmara de
aire principal a las tres cmaras de aire individuales, o tubos. Esto segn Goodyear mejora
la resistencia de rodadura, minimiza los efectos de un pinchazo y adems reduce los efectos
del aquaplaning.

Segn Jean-Pierre Jeusette, director general del Centro de Innovacin de Goodyear;

Nuestra preocupacin por el uso de la energa y el cuidado del medio ambiente fue lo que
nos llev a desarrollar este prototipo de neumtico capaz de generar electricidad. Una idea
revolucionaria que nace de para construir un futuro mejor. Estamos convencidos de que
este neumtico servir de inspiracin y que los conocimientos que encierra se vern
reflejados en los avances que se produzcan en el futuro
De momento se trata de un prototipo, sin aspiraciones al menos a corto plazo de llegar al
mercado. Pero se trata de un diseo que nos muestra que la tecnologa del coche elctrico
evolucionar en muchos ms aspectos que las bateras o el propio motor elctrico.

Video:

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Goodyear Concept Tires Offer a Glimpse of the

Future...Visionary tire technologies showcased at Geneva Motor
Show
GENEVA, Switzerland, March 3, 2015 -- Two groundbreaking concept tires unveiled by
The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company at this weeks 85th Geneva International Motor
Show could radically change the role of car tires in the future.
Though the two tires are concept products, the futuristic technologies stretch the
imagination and provide a glimpse of what practical innovations may be on the horizon.
The first concept named BHO3 offers the possibility of charging the batteries of
electric cars by transforming the heat generated by the rolling tire into electrical energy.
The second concept named Triple Tube contains three tubes that adjust tire inflation
pressure in response to changing road conditions, delivering new levels of performance and
versatility.
These concept tires reimagine the role that tires may play in the future, said Joe Zekoski,
Goodyears senior vice president and chief technical officer. We envision a future in
which our products become more integrated with the vehicle and the consumer, more
environmentally friendly and more versatile.

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Additional details on the two concept tires:
BHO3
This tire generates electricity through the action of materials in the tire that capture and
transform the energy created by heat when it flexes as it rolls during normal driving
conditions. The materials used would optimize the tires electricity generation capabilities
as well as its rolling resistance.
As demand for electric cars grows, this technology has the potential to significantly
contribute to the solution of future mobility challenges. This visionary tire technology
could eliminate the vehicle-range anxiety motorists may have with electric cars.
TRIPLE TUBE
This tire features three internal tubes within the tire. Tubes are located beneath the tread
and near the inboard and outboard shoulders of the tire as well as the center. The tire relies
on an internal pump that moves air from the main air chamber to the three individual air
chambers, or tubes. The tire automatically adjusts on its own to three different positions
based on road conditions.
. The Eco/Safety position with maximum inflation in all three tubes offers reduced
rolling resistance.
. The Sporty position with reduced inflation within the inboard shoulder tube gives
drivers dry handling through an optimized contact patch.
. The Wet Traction position with maximized inflation in the center tube provides high
aquaplaning resistance through a raised tread in the center of the tire.
Although these tires are future concepts, Zekoski says they represent an essential aspect of
Goodyears innovation strategy, instilling a forward-looking, market-back mindset in the
companys research and development teams.
It is more important than ever for us to stay firmly rooted in our market-back innovation
process, which calls on us to focus on, and anticipate, the rapidly evolving needs of our
customers, said Zekoski.
Goodyear is one of the worlds largest tire companies. It employs approximately 67,000
people and manufactures its products in 50 facilities in 22 countries around the world. Its
two Innovation Centers in Akron, Ohio and Colmar-Berg, Luxembourg strive to develop
state-of-the-art products and services that set the technology and performance standard for
the industry. For more information about Goodyear and its products, go to

*Neumtico que genera electricidad

En verdad aqu hay algo que no me cierra. Energticamente hablando.
Dice capaces de generar energa elctrica gracias a la presin generada por la
deformacin de la estructura y las vibraciones.
Pues bien, para que ello ocurra el vehculo tiene que estar en movimiento y ese movimiento
se hace a expensas de la energa entregada por el pack de bateras.
La energa generada por las ruedas sera entregada al pack de bateras.
Para que el sistema sea viable, se tiene que generar en las ruedas mas energa que la que
necesito para que las ruedas generen energa cuando estn en movimiento.
Esto ltimo es poco probable, porque estaramos creando energa, lo cual contradice la
realidad y el principio de conservacin de la energa.
Veremos, mas adelante, como sigue este interesante tema.
Ing. Ricardo Berizzo