.~.~ Tire characterized by closed annular transverse cross section
DEFINITION
Classification: 152/453
Tire characterized by closed annular transverse cross section:
(under subclass 450) Subject matter wherein a cross section defined by a plane passing through the axis of the pneumatic tire defines a continuous, circular-type configuration.
(1) Note. Such tires are often referred to as closed-torus tires. Closing of the cross section of the tire via the use of discrete flaps or the like that are not integral and contiguous with the remainder of the tire is not included in this subclass.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
501, 513, 514, and 515, for casing closures, flaps and the like, that are used to close an otherwise open-belled pneumatic tire.
