Polyurethane instead of steel: UST Inc. specialists test promising materials
UST Inc. specialists have begun testing wheels with polyurethane tires. This material is resistant to wear and tear and mechanical damage, and provides wheels with better traction and shock absorption.
The tests are conducted on a special test bench, where the uPod wheel is rolled on a larger diameter wheel that simulates a rail. The purpose of the tests is to check the service life of wheels with polyurethane rim.
The tests demonstrate the stability of the polyurethane rim material under design loads and speeds, ensuring a mileage of more than 100,000 kilometers for the rail electric vehicle.
The use of special grades of high-strength polyurethane will improve the performance of rail unmanned vehicles in the future. Wheels made from this material can withstand significant loads without residual deformation. Polyurethane wheel components are lighter, cheaper, and quieter than steel ones.
More news
Blog
18 September 2024
uST: The Most Suitable Solution for Transportation Accessibility in Protected Areas
Can uST complexes address the issue of transportation accessibility in regions with strict environmental requirements?
News
12 February 2025
UST Inc. – 10 Years: From the First Anchoring Structure to the First Targeted Projects
Ten years ago, it all started with an idea. But years of hard work and belief in success proved that even the most incredible ideas can be brought to life if supported by science, calculations, genuine passion, and a desire to make the world a better place.
News
26 March 2024
UST Inc. Hosted the Republican Olympiad in Engineering Design CAD
The event was initiated by Mr. Sergey Pronkevich, Head of Engineering Calculations Design Office, as the leading Belarusian expert in this area.
