Abstract: In one aspect, the present disclosure relates to a bead measurement system with a set of radially-movable support arms for engaging a bead, where the support arms are rotatable such that they are capable of rotating the bead about a central. The bead measurement system may further include a first measurement device, where in an operational state, the first measurement device faces one of an inner profile surface and an outer profile surface of the bead. The bead measurement system may be configured to collect a set of profile measurements based on readings of the first measurement device as the support arms rotate the bead.

Abstract: The present embodiments are directed to systems and methods for forming a pipe carcass. In one embodiment, a first series of forming rollers are configured for forming a primary carcass strip material. A second series of forming rollers are configured for forming a second strip material into a shape different than the primary carcass strip material. The primary carcass strip material and the second strip material, after being fed through the first and second series of rollers, respectively, are each fed concurrently into a plurality of winding rolls for assembly with one another.

Abstract: In one general aspect, the present disclosure provides a bead-apex assembly for a vehicle tire. The bead-apex assembly may include a bead with an outer diameter surface, and an apex with a first layer and a second layer, the first layer having an inner diameter located adjacent to the outer diameter surface of the bead, and the second layer having an inner diameter located adjacent to an outer diameter of the first layer.

Abstract: The present embodiments are directed to systems and methods for forming a pipe carcass. In one embodiment, a first series of forming rollers are configured for forming a primary carcass strip material. A second series of forming rollers are configured for forming a second strip material into a shape different than the primary carcass strip material. The primary carcass strip material and the second strip material, after being fed through the first and second series of rollers, respectively, are each fed concurrently into a plurality of winding rolls for assembly with one another.