Inside Off-Road Tire Science

In this episode, MAXAM Tire’s Matt Fagan offers engineering insights on tire compounds and operating conditions, along with MAXAM’s top R&D priorities for tire manufacturing today.

April 15, 2024

In this episode, we take an engineering look at what’s inside today’s tires and why it matters to the performance of off-road equipment. Listen as MAXAM Tire Director of Research & Development (R&D) Matt Fagan offers engineering insights on tire compounds and operating conditions, along with MAXAM’s top R&D priorities for tire manufacturing today.

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Ground Positioning Radar Tech Looks to Improve Vehicle, Equipment Safety

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Smart Battery and Charger Technologies Optimize Machine Performance

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Improvements in Guidance and Navigation Technology Will Accelerate Autonomous System Development

ACEINNA says adoption of guidance and navigation systems has increased as technology has improved and costs have come down which will aid further growth of autonomy in heavy equipment.

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Autonomous Work Vehicle Trials Offer Development and Application Insights

Honda’s Kenton Williams and Tyler Parker of Black & Veatch discuss the development and field trials of Honda’s Autonomous Work Vehicle prototype in construction applications.

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John Deere Autonomous Tractor Aims to Help Farmers do More with Less

Fully autonomous operation of the John Deere 8R tractor allows farmers to focus their attention on other work without sacrificing productivity.

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Air Disc Brake Uptake Grows as Fleets See Safety and TCO Benefits

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How Can Manufacturers Ensure Emissions Compliance?

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Powertrains of the Future Will Include Traditional and Alternatively Powered Solutions

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