Shanghai researchers develop puncture-proof tyre

ERJ staff report (DS)

Shanghai, China -- A Shanghai research unit has reportedly developed a puncture-proof tyre, capable of sustaining multiple punctures yet still capable of driving tens of thousands of km., and have no need for patches following a puncture.

A report from the Jiefang Daily published on the website of the China Rubber Industry Association (CRIA) said the tyres were developed by the Shanghai Science and Technology Development Co., Ltd.

The report said the invention has been patented in 130 countries

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Report on CRIA website (Chinese language)

Above report auto-translated into English