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...and crossed belts for the crown of the tire. All modern car tires are now radial. In 2005, Michelin was reported to be attempting to develop a tire and whe ...e with a valve to control flow of air in and out. Others, including modern radial tires, use a seal between the metal wheel and the tire to maintain the inte

...s, and a second layer of rubber. The steel cords are oriented radially in radial tire construction, and at opposing angles in bias tire construction. Belts ...lices that are too heavy or non-symmetrical will generate defects in force variation, balance, or bulge parameters. Splices that are too light or open can lead

...ir of pistons integrated to a [[Scotch Yoke]] that transmits reciprocating force through a specially designed bearing assembly to turn a crank mechanism. In ...a four-stroke cycle, but with a compression heating ignition system. This variation is called the [[diesel cycle]].

...avity to lean the car toward the outside of the curve, increasing downward force on the outside tires. ...spectively during braking and acceleration. Since it is only the downward force that changes and not the location of the center of gravity, the effect on o

...ign) under-seat storage space, the larger wheels afford greater gyroscopic force and thereby greater balance. Large-wheeled scooters also reduce vulnerabili ::*'''Breva 850''' (877 cc) (2006–): a variation featuring the 850 engine, not available in the US.