Methods and apparatus for tire tread measurement

Details Methods and apparatus for tire tread measurement Methods and apparatus for tire tread measurement

2011-07-12

2011-07-12

Allen, Andre J (Department: 2855)

Measuring and testing

Tire, tread or roadway

Reexamination Certificate

active

07975540

ABSTRACT:
Methods and apparatus are provided for evaluating tread depth on at least one tire. One or more laser scanners are positioned at an offset position from a tire path of the at least one tire. A profile of the at least one tire is obtained and the tread depth is determined from the profile. Additional information, such as identifying information and mileage information, can optionally be obtained from the at least one tire.

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