SELF-INFLATING

TIRES
Seminar topic presented byJNYANA JYOTI DAS
ROLL NO: 11/ME-77
BRANCH: MECHANICAL
SECTION: ME(B)1

CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION

2. ABSTRACT
3. PARTS OF THE SYSTEM
4. CTIS ( CENTRAL TIRE INFLATION SYSTEM)
5. TMS ( TIRE MAINTENACE SYSTEM)
6. AIRGO SYSTEM
7. MERITOR TIRE INFLATION SYSTEM
8. BENEFITS TO CONSUMER
9. CONCLUSION

Introduction
The mode of transport is one of the most
important criterions these days. The vehicles
safety is thus essential. Accidents are also
increasing at quick pace. There are several
factors which causes this accidents. The proper
inflation is one among them. Tires lose air through
normal driving, permeation and seasonal changes
in temperature. When tires are under inflated, the
thread wears more quickly. Under inflated tires
get damaged quickly due to overheating as
compared to properly inflated tires. The under
inflated tire causes a small depreciation in the
mileage as well. Above all the vehicles running
with under inflated tires can cause accidents.

ABSTRACT
Self inflating tire system is an automatic
mechanism for maintaining proper level of pressure
inside the vehicle tires, or in other words it is an
automatic inflation or deflation system used in
tires. This system reduces the wear of the tread of
the tire and increases driving comfort. It also
increases feel efficiency and ensures safe driving.
The main self inflating used are CTIS and TMS
system.

Tire inflation system have three

general goals
Detect when the air pressure in a particular tire
has dropped, this means they have to constantly
monitor the air pressure in each tire.
Notify the driver about the problem
Inflate the tire back to the proper level, this
means there has to be an air supply as well as a
check valve that opens only when needed.

Different tire conditions and effect

on different tire pressure

PARTS OF SELF-INFLATING SYSTEM

Tire deflation valves

Tire inflator hoses.
To operate tire deflation
valve this is screwed onto
the existing tire valve. It
inflates the tire to a
required pressure.

CENTRAL TIRE INFLATION SYSTEM

The idea behind the CTIS is to provide control over the air
pressure in each tire as a way to improve performance on
different surfaces. For example, lowering the air pressure in
a tire creates a larger area of contact between the tire and
the ground and makes driving on softer ground much
easier. It also does less damage to the surface. This is
Another
function
the CTIS
is agricultural
to maintain fields.
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and in
tires if there is a slow leak or puncture. In this case, the
system controls inflation automatically based on the
selected pressure the driver has set.

CTIS: Inside
Here is a look at the overall system.

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A wheel valve is located at each wheel end. For dual

wheels, the valves are typically connected only to the outer
wheel so the pressure between the two tires can be
balanced. Part of the wheel valve's job is to isolate the tire
from the system when it's not in use in order to let the
pressure off of the seal and extend its life. The wheel valve
also enables on-demand inflation and deflation of the
tires.An electronic control unit (ECU) mounted behind the
passenger seat is the brain of the system. It processes driver
commands, monitors all signals throughout the system and
tells the system to check tire pressures every 10 minutes to
make sure the selected pressure is being maintained. The

The pneumatic control unit also contains a sensor that

transmits tire-pressure readings to the ECU.
An operator control panel allows the driver to select tirepressure modes to match current conditions. This dashmounted panel displays current tire pressures, selected
modes and system status. When the driver selects a tirepressure setting, signals from the control panel travel to the
electronic control unit to the pneumatic control unit to
the wheel valves

TYRE MAINTENANCE SYSTEM

The system has three main components:

The tire hose assembly provides the air route to inflate

the tire and has check valves so that the air lines and
seals do not have to be pressurized when the system is
not checking or inflating the tires. This cuts down on
wear and tear on the seals.

The rotary joint is comprised of air and oil seals and

bearings and connects the air hose from the nonrotating axle to the rotating hubcap. Its air seals prevent

RGO

The manifold houses the pressure protection valve,

which makes sure the system doesn't pull air if the

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brakes' air supply is below 80 psi. It also houses an

inlet filter to keep the air clean, a pressure sensor to

e System (TMS) is a "smart" system for tractor trailers that monitors tire pressure and
ses air from the trailer's brake supply tank to inflate the tires.

ents:

measure tire pressures and solenoids that control

airflow to the tires

AIRGO SYSTEM

The AIRGO system is a constant monitoring

system that uses a series of check valves to
detect a loss in air pressure.
When a tire loses pressure, due to a puncture
or other seepage, a series of check valves
automatically detects it.

The System then immediately draws air from

the vehicles pneumatic system and directs it to
each tire requiring air.

The air pressure is delivered via the trailers

hollow axle housing.
The air then goes through the hub assembly
and into the tires. It is completely isolated from
the brake system

MERITOR TIRE INFLATION

SYSTEM

The Meritor Tire Inflation System (MTIS) is designed

for use on tractor-trailers. It uses compressed air
from the trailer to inflate any tire that falls below its
appropriate pressure. Air from the existing trailer air
supply is routed to a control box and then into each
axle. The airlines run through the axles to carry air
through a rotary union assembly at the spindle end
in order to distribute air to each tire. If there is
significant air-pressure loss, an indicator light
informs the driver.

The overall system is made up of a wheelend assembly and a control module.

KEY BENEFITS TO CONSUMER

SAFETY
In the United States, 660 persons die and
33,000
are
injured
every
year.
87% of all flat tires have a history of underinflation
Properly inflated tires increase car stability and
reduce the danger of blowouts. They also
ensure the car's proper braking distance.
FUEL ECONOMY
Correct tire pressure leads to lower rolling
resistance, thus significantly improving fuel
efficiency.

In the United States alone, 1.24 billion gallons

of fuel per year can be saved by proper tire
pressure.
Poor tire pressure costs extra $3.7 billion in fuel
in the US annually.
TIRE LONGEVITY
Every year, 4.5 million tires need to be replaced before
their designed lifespan in the US.
ENVIRONMENTAL FRIENDLINESS
Less carbon dioxide is released into the atmosphere.
Less tire debris litters the roadways.
Fewer scrap tires are generated.

CONVENIENCE

Eliminates inflating tires at gas station, using an

obviously easier and cleaner solution.

Drivers have confidence in knowing that their

tires always operate at optimal pressure

CONCLUSION
Automatic tire pressure inflation system has many
advantageous benefits in the transportation industry.
These benefits include, improved vehicle mobility
due to the increase in traction when tire pressures
are lowered, improved ride quality and cargo safety
due to the reduction in vehicle vibration when the
correct tire pressure is used for a particular road
condition, reduced road maintenance because
sediment production is limited and lowered road
construction cost, increased fuel efficiency and a
considerable increase in the tire life of the vehicles.

THANK YOU ALL

FOR
APPRECIATING.