Abstract: An improved resilient composite structure for connecting two surfaces together where the structure includes an elastomeric joint body connected to one of the two surfaces and at least one reinforcement membrane at one end of the resilient composite structure, where the reinforcement membrane wraps around the end of the resilient composite structure such that one end of the reinforcement membrane is positioned along a side of the resilient composite structure and the other end of the reinforcement membrane is positioned on the opposite side of the resilient composite structure.

Abstract: An improved spoke (100) for a tire (10) attaching an outer tread to a hub (12), the spoke (100) having a spoke element possessing spoke element reinforcements, the spoke element joined by a joint body (114) comprised of an elastomer connecting the spoke element to an outer compliant band (200) where the joint body (114) possesses an improved profile for increased robustness.

Abstract: A support structure for a non-pneumatic tire and a tire incorporating such support structure. A continuous membrane extends between a radially-inner leg and a radially-outer leg. Joints and reinforcement may be provided on sides of the membrane. An annular band may be connected with the radially-outer leg. A wheel, hub, or other structure may be connected with the radially-inner leg.

Abstract: A support structure for a non-pneumatic tire and a tire incorporating such support structure. A continuous membrane extends between a radially-inner leg and a radially-outer leg. Joints and reinforcement may be provided on sides of the membrane. An annular band may be connected with the radially-outer leg. A wheel, hub, or other structure may be connected with the radially-inner leg.

Abstract: A shear band that may be used e.g., in a non-pneumatic tire is provided. The shear band uses interlaced reinforcing elements positioned within a shear layer of elastomeric material. A variety of configurations may be used to create the interlaced positioning of the reinforcing elements including e.g., a horizontal diamond or vertical diamond configuration.

Abstract: A mold for forming a tire for a non-pneumatic or hybrid tire. The mold possesses a telescoping mold core having an angled shut off surface that extends past the cavities and into a mold half and contacts or nearly contacts the mold half on the angled shut off surface which changes the placement and orientation of potential flash.