Patents Assigned to Defense Venture Group
  • Run-flat support system for a pneumatic tired wheel and method for installing same
    Patent number: 8132606
    Abstract: A run-flat support system and method for installing the same are disclosed. In one embodiment, the run-flat support system includes a torque assembly removably coupled to a split wheel rim of a pneumatic tired wheel. A plurality of support segments are adapted for attachment to the torque assembly in order to support the pneumatic tired wheel in a flat condition such as an under-inflated condition or deflated condition.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 24, 2008
    Date of Patent: March 13, 2012
    Assignee: Defense Venture Group
    Inventor: William W. Gardetto