deskpilot
Well-Known Member
Some months ago, I came across a site extolling the merits of flexible spoked wheels that provided their own suspension. I'm not talking about the Loop-wheel made for bicycles, but multi, S shaped spokes that allow the hub to 'float'. I have a feeling that these were small wheels, maybe even idler wheels or bearings. Whatever, I'm thinking that in these days, it would not be too difficult to adapt this technology to make 3D printed wheels capable of taking a low pressure tyre, and suitable for light sports aircraft, particularly FAR103 types. Here is a model of my sprung hub wheel.
My question is, would this be possible? Rims and spokes could be a one piece item.
My question is, would this be possible? Rims and spokes could be a one piece item.
