Apparatus and method for enhancing tire traction

Details Apparatus and method for enhancing tire traction Apparatus and method for enhancing tire traction

2008-05-13

2008-05-13

Shriver, J. A (Department: 3618)

Land vehicles

Wheeled

Attachment

C239S290000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07370888

ABSTRACT:
An apparatus and method are provided that utilize a fluid to affect accumulations of water on a road surface in a path of a vehicle. The fluid can be water or an air-water mixture in the environment of the vehicle. A tire is used to gather the fluid. A structure, such as a fender, is disposed adjacent to the tire to focus the fluid that has been gathered by the tire into a spray. The spray is projected ahead of the tire to reduce the depth of, or substantially dissipate, the accumulations of water.

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