Hyundai Patents Wheels That Can Close Their Own Spokes At Speed

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Hyundai has been granted a US patent for a car wheel that can change its aerodynamic shape on the move. The system closes the holes between the spokes at high speed, and opens them when needed to let air to the brakes. The solution does not provide for the spokes themselves to be retracted or extended. Underneath them is a separate mechanism with a rotating central ring and several blades. When rotated in one direction, the blades stand behind t…

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Hyundai and Kia are developing rims with moving blades that can open and close the gaps between the spokes. |This smart rim technology is designed to reduce air resistance while maintaining vehicle brake cooling. |Hyundai's patent describes the mechanism of the aerodynamic rim, but does not confirm that the technology will be mass produced.

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Hyundai and Kia have patented a wheel design that closes the gaps between the spokes at high speeds. The system, which aims to reduce air resistance with movable flaps, can be reopened when the brakes need to be cooled.