Unidirectional Fiber Reinforced Rubber -- Lamination Theory -- Modified Lamination Theory -- Discrete lamination theory -- Theory of tire shape -- Spring properties of tires -- Mechanics of tread pattern -- Tire vibration -- Contact properties of tire -- Tire noise -- Cornering properties of tire -- Traction performances of tires -- Rolling resistance of tires -- Wear of tires -- Standing wave of tires -- Tire properties for wandering and vehicle pull.

This book highlights the mechanics of tire performance, offering detailed explanations of deriving basic equations for the fundamental properties of tires, and discussing ways to improve tire performance using these equations. It also compares the theory with practical measurements. The book commences with composite mechanics, which is the fundamental theory for belt and carcass tires, and covers classical, modified and discrete lamination theory. It then addresses the theory of tire shape and spring properties and the mechanics of tread pattern contact properties, as was well as the performance of various tires. This comprehensive book is a valuable resource for engineers involved in tire design and offers unique insights and examples of improvement of tire performances.