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NASA invented wheels that never get punctured

Would you use this type of tire?

“The novel use of shape memory alloys capable of undergoing high strain as load-bearing components, instead of typical elastic materials, results in a tire that can withstand excessive deformation without permanent damage,” says NASA. This is essentially a non-pneumatic tire that utilizes shape memory alloys, primarily Nickel-Titanium (NiTi) and its derivatives, as its main load-bearing components. Image credits: The Smart Tire company.NASA’s technological advancements have often found their way into our daily lives, leading to various inventions and improvements in a wide range of fields.

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