Abstract: The present disclosure is directed to a wheel cover that is coupled to a wheel of a vehicle utilizing a mounting assembly that has a bearing block. A retainer assembly in combination with the bearing block of the mounting assembly allows the wheel cover to be coupled to the wheel in a manner such that the wheel cover does not rotate with the forward and backward rotation of the wheel when the vehicle is being driven. The wheel cover covers the wheel and partially covers a gap or space between a tire of the wheel and a fender of the vehicle, which increases the aerodynamic performance of the vehicle. The retainer assembly provides at least one degree of freedom such that the wheel cover may move with the wheel when steering the vehicle in a leftward direction and a rightward direction.

Abstract: An illumination system for a vehicle wheel. A lighting component is attached to a hubcap, a wheel center hubcap, or both. The lighting component may be externally attached or embedded, or attached to a back side of the hubcap, the wheel center hubcap, or both. The lighting component may be a plurality of LED lights configured to illuminate an area external to the hubcap or wheel center hubcap. The lighting component may emit a single color or multiple colors of light either continuously or in a pattern. The lighting component is solar powered and may employ a battery backup. The illumination system may be controlled via a switch or wirelessly with an external controller or via a mobile application.

Abstract: A vehicle wheel structure comprising: a road wheel; a wheel mounting whereby the wheel is mounted to the body of the vehicle, the mounting structure comprising a wheel bearing by which the wheel can revolve about a wheel axis with respect to the body of the vehicle; a wheel cover attached to the wheel by a wheel cover bearing by which the wheel can revolve about the wheel axis with respect to the wheel cover; and a link coupled between (i) the cover and (ii) one of the mounting structure and the vehicle body for resisting rotation of the wheel cover with respect to the wheel mounting about the wheel axis.

Abstract: A wheel guard includes a cover having a cone shape with an outer surface, an inner surface, a top end, a bottom rim, a first terminal edge running from the top end to the bottom rim, and a second terminal edge opposite the first terminal edge and running from the top end to the bottom rim. A coupler is configured to releasably couple the first terminal edge to a plurality of different radial points of the cover, thereby adjusting a diameter of the bottom rim.

Abstract: The present invention is a training device that helps the players of cue sports to realize their mistakes and improve their skills. The device comprises of a laser module that can be placed onto the cue to emit a line laser on the cue ball, the target ball and the playing surface or ground as an aiming guide. The device comprises of a self-balancing system to automatically hold the laser on top of the cue for a proper beam. The device further comprises of a control board to program different duty cycles and coaching scenarios of the device.

Abstract: In one embodiment, the present invention is a plasma disk assembly connectable to a vehicle's wheel assembly, the plasma disk assembly comprising a plasma disk assembly having a sealed plasma disk display encapsulating ionizable gas, at least one controllable power source for producing an output sufficient to ionize the gas in the plasma discharge tube and operably connected to the power supply for optionally adjusting the level of the energy to cause selective ionization of the gas in the plasma display to occur in differing amounts as a function of a changing stimulus connected to an input, at least one ball bearing system or mount, electrical connectors connecting the power source to the plasma disk, at least one pair of electrodes electrically coupling the electrical connectors to the ionizable gas in the plasma discharge tube, and at least one ballast system.

Abstract: A light emitting device for an automobile wheel is capable of generating electrical energy through torque of an automobile wheel, illuminating an advertisement member using the generated electrical energy, and controlling the advertisement member to display advertisement contents at a correct posture without being tilted in response to a reverse magnetic field generated during the electricity generation process.

Abstract: A signage support for vehicle tires for attaching objects such as signage to the sidewall area of unmounted vehicle tires. The signage support for vehicle tires generally includes a cross member having a first end and a second end, a first connector attached to the first end and a second connector attached to the second end. The first connector and second connector are configured to connect to the inner edge of the side opening of a vehicle tire. The cross member is configured to extend or retract to allow for connection to various sizes and types of vehicle tires. Signage or other objects are attached to the cross member or extended members extending from the connectors.

Abstract: A vehicle safety wheel is disclosed having a central disk and a rim concentrically disposed around the central disk. The central disk is compatible for mounting to a vintage hub with conventional wheel mounting hardware. The rim has an inboard flange and an outboard flange for mounting a tire to the rim, and an inner flange disposed inwardly of the outboard flange, concentric with the outboard flange for defining an annular-shaped space there-between. A fascia is adapted for mounting in the annular-shaped space, circumferentially extending between the outboard flange and the inner flange, with the fascia forming a visually continuous surface with a sidewall of the tire. The fascia may be embedded with a light source which is controlled in brightness and flashing by one of an accelerometer, a gyroscope, a brake sensor, and a turn sensor.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a selectively attachable wheel cover for a motor vehicle. The invention comprises a base member and a display member. The base member is selectively secured to the vehicle rim and the display member is rotatably mounted relative to the base member such that it can rotate in relation to the base member and, thus, the vehicle rim. In one aspect, a portion of the display member is sufficiently weighted such that, when the rim rotates (when the vehicle is in motion) the display member remains substantially static.

Abstract: A road sign mounting apparatus for displaying a road sign attached to a mounting bracket. The road sign mounting apparatus is adapted for being carried by a circular base having an open interior and a rim, and an upper profile and lower profile. The road sign mounting apparatus comprises a body and a plurality of legs carried by and extending outward from the body. Each of the plurality of legs is intended for being carried by the circular base. A road sign support is pivotally carried by the body and has a first position wherein the road sign support is carried beneath the upper profile of the circular base when carried by the circular base and a second position wherein the road sign support extends in a general vertical direction intersecting the plane defined by the upper profile of the circular base. The road sign support includes a locking mechanism for locking the road sign support in the second position. The road sign mounting apparatus may be carried by a tire having reflective surface.

Abstract: One aspect relates to generating a repeatably displaceable emanating element display that may display at least part of an at least one synchronously modifiable oriented image based at least in part on alterable vehicle-related information, wherein the repeatably displaceable emanating element display may be synchronously modified as perceivable by a viewer at least partially by synchronizing an at least one repeatably displaceable display emanating element based at least in part on an orientation of the repeatably displaceable emanating element display as synchronously modified as perceivable by the viewer.

Abstract: A system and method are provided for visually simulating physical installation of a virtual wheel portion on a wheeled vehicle. The system generally comprises a portable display unit, a controller unit, and a support unit. The portable display unit is operable to graphically render an image of a preselected virtual wheel. The controller unit is operably coupled to the display unit for generating the image selectively for one of a plurality of distinct virtual wheel types. The controller unit adaptively generates the preselected virtual wheel image responsive to a viewing factor. The support unit is coupled to the display unit for adjustably situating such display unit to substantially mask a wheel of the vehicle, whereby the image of the preselected virtual wheel is visually integrated with the vehicle in substantially seamless manner to visually simulate its physical installation on the vehicle.

Abstract: The invention relates to a mobile presentation device (1) having a first wheel (2) and a second wheel (3), where the first (2) and second (3) wheels each comprises an outer ring (4) rotatably arranged around an inner ring (5). Furthermore, the inner ring (5) has a first side (6) and a second side (7), wherein a presentation surface (8) is arranged on the second side (7). Further, the first (2) and second (3) wheels are fixed parallel to each other by means of a bar device (9) by which the inner rings (5) of the first (2) and second (3) wheels are connected.

Abstract: The present invention describes a non-rotating bicycle wheel display assembly that remains absolutely upright in relation to the rotation of a bicycle wheel and in relation to a parked bicycle wheel. The invention consists of a pair of disk assemblies mounted to both sides of a conventional bicycle wheel and in turn, to the front and rear of a bicycle frame. The disk assemblies are manufactured of a light weight inexpensive material that is formed to the convex shape of an outer surface of the bicycle wheel and includes a bearing assembly made of a high density, self lubricating plastic. A plastic retaining mechanism is secured to an outer disk and a bicycle frame member to hold the outer disk in an upright position at all times whether the bicycle is in motion or stationary.

Abstract: An illuminating device installed on a truck's wheels includes a hubcap having a positioning base and at least one fixing base. The positioning base is provided with a chamber and two notches formed in its one side wall. The fixing base has a recess, a through hole bored in the recess to communicate with an outside of the hubcap, and two recessed slot. A generator is fixed at an inside center of the hubcap, provided with two conducting blades extending into the chamber of the positioning base. At least a light is fitted in the through hole of the hubcap and connected with the conducting blades by conducting lines. By means of rotation or vibration of the wheels, the generator can create electromotive force to supply the light with power to make rotary brilliant brightness so as to achieve a warning effect for traffic security.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a selectively attachable wheel cover for a motor vehicle. The invention comprises a base member and a display member. The base member is selectively secured to the vehicle rim and the display member is rotatably mounted relative to the base member such that it can rotate in relation to the base member and, thus, the vehicle rim. In one aspect, a portion of the display member is sufficiently weighted such that, when the rim rotates (when the vehicle is in motion) the display member remains substantially static.

Abstract: A bicycle sound generator manufactured using a thin, deformable, plastic material. The sound generator is wrapped around an attachment location, such as a bicycle fork, and secured using a fastener. In an exemplary embodiment, the fastener is a cable tie with a one-way tightening mechanism to prevent the sound generator from coming loose once it has been attached at the attachment location. The sound generator may be rotated about the attachment location to come into an engagement position where a free-end portion of the sound generator makes contact with the spokes of a rotating wheel. When no sound is desired, the sound generator may be rotated such that the free-end portion is disengaged from the spokes and produces no sound. Graphical images, such as decorations, team logos, political messages and the like may be added to the sound generator.

Abstract: The objective of the present invention is to implement a wheel cap device including; a spindle (30) established in the centermost portion of a wire wheel cap (44) of a wire wheel; and a ornamental image (24) consisting of an aesthetic feature casted thereupon and mechanically joining with wire wheel cap (44) and encompassing a bearing assembly (32) and counterbalance (34); whereby upon wheel rotation to coordinately revolve spindle (30) fixed to wire wheel cap (44) ornamental image (24) will be situated vertically consistently relative to the rotation of the wire wheel and wire wheel cap (44) to thereby display ornamental image (24) plainly, and perceivably.

Abstract: A segmented wagon wheel design, formed of a series of segments incorporating a part of a felloe, one or more, but preferably, a pair of spokes, and a segment of a hub, molded as an integral structure, which when formed through the interconnection of a series of the segments together, into the shape of a wagon wheel, forms a segmented wagon wheel that appears to be seamless of design, and yet highly structured for implanting or resting upon the front lawn or business, for displaying other indicia such as the homeowner's name, an address, and other seasonal displays, as desired.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for advertisement using printed graphic images bonded to rubber based products, such as mud flaps for vehicles and tile for flooring.

Abstract: The Invention is a memorabilia apparatus. Indicia are imprinted on a medallion using convention minting technology. An ice hockey puck or a model of a tire has a cavity adapted to receive and to support the medallion for display. The cavity of the puck or model of a tire exerts a pre-selected force upon the medallion over a pre-selected area, holding the medallion in place during handling while allowing a collector to release the medallion from the puck or model of the tire. Alternatively, resilient or spring retaining members releasably engage the puck or model of the tire and the medallion.

Abstract: A spinner apparatus retained on a wheel to change and enhance the appearance of a roller skate. The spinner apparatus includes a support member connected to the wheel by first and second leg passing through spokes in the hub and resiliently positioned adjacent the outer face of the wheel. The support member has a plurality of radial slots that extend from adjacent an axial opening that receives an axial projection on a disc to position the disc in a plane adjacent the outer face of the wheel. The support member rotates with the wheel while the disc independently rotates in the axial opening of the support member and as a result any light that passes through the first and second plurality of slots is interrupted to illustrate a difference in the rotation of the wheel and disc.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for displaying an image on a rotatable wheel. A computer processing system is mounted on an inward face of an overcap mountable on the rotatable wheel. Light emitters are mounted on an outward face of the overcap, the light emitters responsive to light emission signals from the computer central processing system. A slip ring assembly is axially mounted on an inward face of the rotatable wheel, the slip ring assembly adapted to provide electrical power to the computer processing system. A trolley assembly is fixedly mounted to a chassis such that the trolley assembly is axially aligned with the slip ring assembly, the trolley assembly adapted to couple the electrical power to the slip ring assembly. Displayable image signals are provided to the computer processing system, the computer processing system adapted to transmit the light emission signals corresponding to the image to the light emitters.

Abstract: The present invention describes a non-rotating bicycle wheel display assemblies that remains absolutely upright in relation to the rotation of a bicycle wheel and in relation to a parked bicycle wheel. The invention consists of a pair of disk assemblies mounted to both sides of a conventional bicycle wheel and turn, to the front and rear of a bicycle frame. The disk assemblies are manufactured of a lightweight inexpensive material that is formed to the convex shape of an outer surface of the bicycle wheel and includes an overmolded, captive friction bearing made of a high density, self lubricating plastic. A plastic retaining mechanism is secured to an outer disk fascia and a bicycle frame member to hold the outer disk in an upright position at all times whether the bicycle is in motion or in repose.

Abstract: Display inserts are often inserted in a product for use as an advertising display. A common use for a display insert is to insert it into the central opening of a tire for use as an advertising display for the tire. The disclosed display insert includes a front panel section. The display unit further includes a rear panel section connected to the front panel section. The rear panel section includes a plurality of tabs.

Abstract: A wheel mountable car wheel cover provides a design element that is visible while the wheel is rotated. A circular rotation case has a liquid filled floating chamber. A bearing for mounting the rotation case to a wheel is provided on the rotation case. A disk-type design plate is disposed floating in the floating chamber, and a weight disposed on a lower side of the design plate causes the design plate to remain in a stable, upright position despite rotation of the rotation case. A surface of the rotation case is transparent such that a surface of the design plate is visible through the surface of the rotation case. Thus, a picture or logo disposed on the surface of the design plate is visible through the surface of the rotation case. In one embodiment, the rotation case is disposed within a protection case which is mountable on a wheel.

Abstract: A wheel rim illumination system is provided which includes a lighting device mechanically mounted to a brake caliper providing backlight illumination of a wheel rim, and a power supply wiring for providing power to the lighting device.

Abstract: An illumination system has a housing that rotates with a vehicle wheel, and the housing has a cavity with lighting and controls within the cavity. Light from the cavity is directed onto a vehicle wheel, and the light flashes in relationship to the rotation speed of the wheel which makes the wheel appear to be stationary or slowly rotate in a backward or forward direction.

Abstract: An illuminated cover is disclosed for a brake caliper, including means for mounting the cover over the brake caliper, a front surface positioned such that when the cover is mounted over the brake caliper the front surface covers a front face of the brake caliper, an illuminated display disposed on the front surface, and a power source operably connected to the illuminated display via a controller.

Abstract: A display apparatus is for mounting on a rotatable object. The display apparatus comprises: (a) a display array for displaying at least one display pattern; (b) a self-contained rotational speed sensor for sensing a rotational speed of the rotatable object, the self-contained rotational speed sensor being entirely mounted on the rotatable object; (c) a wireless receiver for receiving information from a signal source spaced from the rotatable object and, (d) a microprocessor for controlling the display array based on the rotational speed of the rotatable object to display the at least one display pattern using persistence of vision of a viewer.

Abstract: A non-rotating wheel cover is disclosed. The wheel cover can be mounted on an outer side of a wheel. The wheel cover comprises a retaining plate having a bearing at a center thereof; a periphery of the retaining plate being installed with a plurality of notches to not interfere with the locking studs of the wheel; a central shaft having a screw hole; the central shaft passing through the bearing of the retaining plate; a panel; an outer surface of the panel can be installed with an indicia; a weight being installed in the panel. Thereby when the wheel moves, since the panel is retained by the bearing and the weight is located within the panel, the indicia will not rotate with respect to the rotation of the wheel.

Abstract: An accessory for wheels includes a body, two appendages extending from the body, each of the two appendages having a securing mechanism and an aperture, and each of the two appendages being wrapped around a diameter of a spoke and the securing mechanism being placed in the aperture, thereby securing each of the two appendages about the spoke.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an article for association with a motor vehicle. The article may include a base, and a plurality of inserts received in the base. Each insert has at least two characteristics. The at least two characteristics of each insert causes the plurality of inserts to form a substantially unique article profile.

Abstract: A wheel rim device with patterned light capable of automatically generating electric power has a wheel rim, an automatic generating assembly, a rectifier/filter circuit, a circuit board, a programmable chip and several light emitting components. The automatic generating assembly is accommodated on an end face of a wheel axle of the wheel rim. The circuit board is disposed on a wheel spoke of the wheel rim. The rectifier/filter circuit, the programmable chip and the light emitting components are disposed on the circuit board. Input terminals of the rectifier/filter circuit are connected to lead out wires of the automatic generating assembly. The programmable chip has a power source terminal, a trigger terminal and several I/O terminals. The power source terminal is connected with the output terminal of the rectifier/filter circuit. Each of the I/O terminals is connected with one of the light emitting components.

Abstract: An attachment for a racing sulky is provided having a display plate upon which advertisement or other material may be placed for exhibit to the viewers of a race. In one arrangement the display plate is mounted to the hub of the spoke of the sulky wheel by a bearing and it includes a counterweight to maintain it in an upright position when the wheel rotates. In a second arrangement, the plate is supported by a U shaped bracket which extends above the sulky wheel.

Abstract: An emblem device includes: a housing secured in a central (axial) portion of a wheel disc of a car wheel; and a decorative member having decorative feature or logo formed thereon and rotatably coupling with the housing and having a pendulum weight formed in a lower portion of the decorative member to be gravitationally pendent constantly; whereby upon a rotation of the car wheel to simultaneously rotate the housing secured on the wheel disc, the decorative member will be positioned or oriented upright constantly relative to th rotation of car wheel to thereby display the decorative feature upright, clearly and observably.

Abstract: A series of disposable spray shields may be used singularly or in combination to shield the tire, wheel, or the floor around the tire individually, or in combination, during a treatment of the tire or the wheel. By including more than one radius in portions of the outer edges of the tire and wheel shields, or by providing an adjustable tire-receiving opening in the floor shield, a single set of shields may fit many different tires, tire inflations, vehicles, and wheels. The preferred shields are made from materials that can be shaped, cut, embossed, stamped or milled to create these radiused edges and openings that, when properly positioned by the user, will prevent undesirable tire and wheel treatment materials, coatings and paints from contacting certain pre-selected surfaces.

Abstract: A one way free spinning hubcap assembly that allows hubcaps of a vehicle to freely spin in one direction independent of the rotation of the associated wheel. For example, when a vehicle using the invention accelerates or maintains its forward velocity the hubcaps of a vehicle are forced to spin at the same rate as the wheels. However, when the vehicle then slows or stops the hubcaps are free to continue spinning independently of the motion of the wheels.

Abstract: The invention is a personal identification panel for vehicles having at least one wheel with at least two spokes made of a rigid personal identification panel area with a thickness of {fraction (1/32)}th having a first side, a second side, a first attachment end for folding over the first spoke, a second attachment end for folding over the second spoke, a first adhesive strip and a second adhesive strip disposed on the first side and on the first attachment end, wherein the first adhesive strip is proximate to the second adhesive strip and the first adhesive strip secures to the second adhesive strip, and a third adhesive strip and a fourth adhesive strip disposed the first side and on the second attachment end, wherein the third adhesive strip is proximate to the fourth adhesive strip and the third adhesive strip secures to the fourth adhesive strip.

Abstract: A weather and wear resistant rubber ID unit for a tire with a selected pattern on the ID unit is made by scanning a outer layer of the rubber unit with a laser beam from a high powered CO2 laser operated at a less than full power output, to ablate the outer layer in the form of the selected pattern to expose an inner layer of the unit which has a contrasting color. Loose and residue particles are removing using a vacuum and a cleaning fluid contain alcohol and a surface active agent such as soap. The fluid is rinsed away and the unit is dried for use.

Abstract: A fender having an inner side wall depending downwardly therefrom, wherein at least one advertising indicium is disposed on the inner side wall, the advertising indicium encompassing substantially the entire surface area of the inner side wall.

Abstract: A one way free spinning hubcap assembly having a decorative hubcap and a bracket assembly. The bracket assembly is attached to a vehicular wheel and the hubcap is rotatably attached thereto. A bearing clutch present in the bracket assembly permits the hubcap to rotate independently from the wheel when the wheel is rotated in one direction, but forces the hubcap to rotate concurrently with the wheel when rotational force is applied in the opposite direction. In this way the hubcap may be permitted to continue rotating after the associated wheel has ceased rotating.

Abstract: The invention relates to an accessory for wheels, including a body, two appendages extending from the body, each of the two appendages having a securing mechanism and an aperture, and each of the two appendages being wrapped around a diameter of a spoke and the securing mechanism being placed in the aperture, thereby securing each of the two appendages about the spoke.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a nonrotating billboard of a rotation body which is attached on a surface of a rotation center of a vertical rotation member such as vehicle wheel, fan, etc. for showing a nonrotating state of a pattern, emblem or advertisement irrespective of a rotation of a rotation body. The nonrotating billboard includes a housing rotated together with the rotation member, a billboard member having a surface on which a billboard is formed installed in the housing and rotatable relative thereto while maintaining an upright state through use of a weight member. The nonrotating billboard further includes a friction prevention unit for maintaining a free state of the billboard member such that the billboard is restricted from contacting the housing.

Abstract: The present invention 10 discloses lighted wheels using centrifugal force from a turning wheel 12 to close a magnetic switch 54, turning on a light source 26, 28 powered by batteries 56. The present invention consists of a control housing 18 which is placed inside the inner portion of a motorcycle rim 20 so that it may be acted upon by centrifugal force. The control housing 18 has a lighting control 62 with a plurality of magnetic switches 34 to activate selective lighting 26, 28 and batteries 56 to power the lighting and a processor 58 to give the lighting a blinking or oscillating effect. Within the housing are tension springs. 60 having varying lengths so that different amounts of centrifugal forces are needed to activate the switches.

Abstract: A display wheel cover assembly connectable to a rotatable wheel of a vehicle. This invention includes an inner member rigidly connectable to the outside of the wheel and having a support-bearing member positioned coaxially with the wheel. A wheel cover having a coaxially extending support shaft is rotatably supported in the support-bearing member. An elongated cylindrical locking member is positioned within a longitudinal aperture formed through the support shaft. A cam member, connected to a distal end of the locking member, has a non-symmetric periphery such that, when properly rotatably orientated, are fully insertable into said support bearing member. In a second rotational orientation, the cam member prevents withdrawal of the support shaft from the support-bearing member. A counterweight attached to the wheel cover prevents rotation of the wheel cover. Interchangeable display indicia attach to the wheel cover.

Abstract: An attachment for a racing sulky is provided having a display plate upon which advertisement or other material may be placed for exhibit to the viewers of a race. In one arrangement the display plate is mounted to the hub of the spoke of the sulky wheel by a bearing and it includes a counterweight to maintain it in an upright position when the wheel rotates. In a second arrangement, the plate is supported by a U shaped bracket which extends above the sulky wheel.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a nonrotating billboard of a rotation body which is attached on a surface of a rotation center of a vertical rotation member such as vehicle wheel, fan, etc. for thereby showing a nonrotating state of a pattern, emblem or advertisement irrespective of a rotation of a rotation body. The nonrotating billboard of a rotation body includes a housing attached to a center of a rotation body and rotated together with the rotation member, a billboard member which has a surface on which a billboard is formed and includes a weight member below the weight center and is installed in the housing based on a relative rotation method and maintains an upright state by the weight of the weight member, and a friction prevention unit for maintaining a free state of the billboard member from the housing in a nonrotating state by preventing the billboard member from being contacted with the housing.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for simulating the way that selected custom wheels will appear on a vehicle. The method involves creating high quality graphic reproductions of actual commercially available custom wheels and tires in the form of a wheel disc approximating the size of an actual tire and wheel combination. The selected wheel disc is then positioned adjacent a car tire to simulate the appearance of the car with the selected wheel mounted thereon. A plurality of the wheel/tire discs is in one embodiment held on a portable support stand. In an alternate embodiment plural wheel discs are mounted to separate tire rings representing tires of various sizes.