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What are the components of a wheel structure?

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MacHaley

08/26/25 3:07am

Wheels are typically composed of a rim and spokes. The rim is the component that mounts and supports the tire on the wheel, while the spokes are the supporting components between the axle and the rim on the wheel. In addition to these components, wheels sometimes also include a hub. The rim is the part that mounts and supports the tire around the circumference of the wheel, forming the wheel together with the spokes. The rim and spokes can be integral, permanently connected, or detachable. The spokes are devices that protect the wheel rim and spokes of a vehicle's wheel, characterized by a pair of circular cover plates with diameters similar to that of the wheel rim. Based on the structure of the spokes, wheels are divided into disc-type and spoke-type. Currently, mainstream family cars mostly adopt disc-type spoke structures. The hub is a cylindrical metal component that supports the tire within its inner contour and is mounted centrally on the axle. It is also known as the wheel rim, steel rim, or wheel disc. Hubs come in a wide variety of types based on diameter, width, forming method, and material.

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EllaDella

09/08/25 3:25am

Having driven for decades, I can say the wheel structure is the foundation of a car. The rim is that circular part which clamps the tire, ensuring airtightness and strength - older cars used steel, while today's lightweight yet durable aluminum alloy dominates. The spokes connect the rim to the hub, spiderweb-like supports that were originally woven steel rods but now mostly single-piece castings for greater rigidity. The hub sits at the center, mounted on the axle with internal bearings to reduce friction, featuring bolt holes for wheel installation. Additionally, the valve stem serves as the inflation point, and hubcaps provide aesthetic cover. Reflecting on past driving experiences, wheel wear or deformation causes vehicle vibration, making regular tire pressure checks and balancing essential to prevent high-speed drift. Material advancements have made modern wheels safer and more energy-efficient, yet their core functions remain unchanged: bearing weight, transmitting power, and ensuring smooth travel.

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