'There is no reason it couldn't work in a car - although there are some big technical issues to solve.
That’s why you don’t want suspension between the ground and your hubs. Plus, many, many other reasons. potbellyjoe on May 20th, 2016 - 11:27pm
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The spring system between the hub and the rim of the wheel cushions the user from bumps and potholes in the road. The springs absorb road noise, reducing vibration through the frame and into the rider’s arms and body. High-pressure or puncture-resistant tyres can be used.
For wheelchairs and bicycles, adding SoftWheel suspension is all about increasing energy efficiency and making the ride much more comfortable. For the car and plane markets, the system will be able to save manufacturers a lot of money, Barel predicts. “The bigger the vehicle, the more suspension you need, and both cars and planes have elaborate suspension systems,” said Barel. “In order to make up for the energy expended on the suspension, engines have to be made to work harder, using more fuel and resources. With our sensor-based technology and the suspension system built into the wheels, you can save a lot of fuel.”
Designed by Jelly Products, it’s an erstwhile standard 20-inch bicycle wheel with a twist: it comes with a suspension system built into the wheel itself. Switch them in place of your bike’s standard wheels and enjoy the most stable ride you can imagine. Or, better yet, use them for your folding bike (which, usually, skips the suspension forks to save on weight and bulk) to give it a full-fledged suspension without adding much in terms of size.
The Loopwheel works using three heavy duty springs instead of spokes. When the rider hits a bump, the springs compress to give a smooth ride
As a comparison, consider the 1995 Corvette ZR-1, an ultra-high performance, 405 horsepower Corvette of which 527 units were sold. It came equipped with 17-inch wheels and tires. The front tires were 275/45R17s, meaning they were three-quarters of an inch thicker, had the same height sidewall, but were smaller than the Taurus by two inches in diameter.
In addition to any of the points mentioned above, it is recommended that you (or your mechanic) visually inspect your steering and suspension systems if you notice any of the following symptoms:
Cases to consider: 1: Idle - the spring should be able to carry the rider with no deflection, other wise if u lowered the spring from the beginning making the ground to hub distance smaller than the horizontal radius, you might experience lifting. but if it can support i believe its good
I suppose that there may be some readers who have not yet heard about this trike. If you haven’t – it was featured on a recent Laidback Bike Report (laidbackbikereport.com), so you might want to check that out – after you read this, of course! But seriously, getting a chance to see that trike in action, whether in-person or via that LBR, is a good idea. When you do, perhaps the first thing you notice is what I mention in the title – this trike leans! Read More »
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Those look really good! I'm now considering these wheel or RPF1's for a silver coupe. First Name macross Joined Aug 14, 2017 Messages 101 Reaction score 24 Location Canada Car(s) Civic SI
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So if you hit a really large bump, does the wheel bottom out and smack into the upper crown of the fork causing you to endo? thesteve4761 on May 20th, 2016 - 11:13am
They will absorb even small shocks from the vibration of the road—unlike regular wheels. This means really smooth ride—even on a rough surface! Name Loopwheels Classic Loopwheels Carbon Loopwheels Urban Loopwheels Extreme Description A good value wheel offering everyday comfort, health protection and pain relief A Loopwheels Classic Wheel with 12% extra carbon for extra lateral stiffness, great for power attachments A light everyday wheel A wheel specifically designed for off-road use, including with a power attachment Features Comfortable Different colour options Stable Great carbon finish Lightweight – lift with one hand Looks great Supremely comfortable ride Off-road styling Lightweight Supremely comfortable ride Wheel diameters 24″ (BSD: 540mm) 25″ (BSD: 559mm) 24″ (BSD: 540mm) 24″ (BSD: 507mm) Colour options 6 colour options 10 logo colour options carbon with white outline logo carbon with white outline logo carbon with white outline logo Weight 1.8kg 1.8kg 1.3kg 1.3kg Vibration reduction (compared to a Spinergy Day Wheel) 60.90% 60.90% 109% 109% Lateral stiffness Good Very Good (20% more than Classic) Excellent (37% more than Classic) Excellent (37% more than Classic)
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