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© 2025 The Author(s)The emergence of airless, or non-pneumatic, tires as a modern alternative to pneumatic tires is a relatively recent area of research in the transportation field. In this paper, we examine the advantages driving the development of non-pneumatic tires, along with the challenges currently hindering their widespread adoption. We will then establish a common structure for the modern non-pneumatic tire, dividing it into its key components. The conventional purpose, desirable characteristics, and impact of each component on overall tire performance will be derived from the literature, and the merits of recent developments in this field will be critically evaluated where appropriate. The discussion will primarily focus on the elastic support structure, the component that directly replaces air and has been the focal point of most research. The paper will conclude by consolidating the progress of each component, discussing their influence on the prospects of non-pneumatic tires, especially in new applications, and identifying areas for further research.
Author(s): Hankin H, Gagen J, Peters W, Crann A, Chen Y, Fares S, Sareh P
Publication type: Review
Publication status: Published
Journal: Materials and Design
Year: 2025
Volume: 253
Print publication date: 01/05/2025
Online publication date: 16/04/2025
Acceptance date: 07/04/2025
ISSN (print): 0264-1275
ISSN (electronic): 1873-4197
Publisher: Elsevier Ltd
URL: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.matdes.2025.113933
DOI: 10.1016/j.matdes.2025.113933
