ASTM E1844-08(2015)

ASTM E1844-08(2015) - 1.9.2015

1. Scope

1.1 This specification covers the general requirements for a smooth-tread standard tire for measuring tire-pavement friction forces.

1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. The values given in parentheses are provided for information purposes only.

1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

2. Referenced Documents

	Descriptive Booklet Available from Findlay-Irvine Ltd., Bog Road, Penicuik, Midlothian EH269BU, Scotland.
D3182-21a	Standard Practice for Rubber—Materials, Equipment, and Procedures for Mixing Standard Compounds and Preparing Standard Vulcanized Sheets (Includes all amendments and changes 11/12/2021).
E867-23	Standard Terminology Relating to Vehicle-Pavement Systems
D297-21	Standard Test Methods for Rubber Products—Chemical Analysis
D2240-15(2021)	Standard Test Method for Rubber Property—Durometer Hardness
D1765-23b	Standard Classification System for Carbon Blacks Used in Rubber Products (Includes all amendments and changes 1/29/2024).
D1054-02	Test Method for Rubber Property-Resilience Using a Goodyear-Healey Rebound Pendulum
D412-16(2021)	Standard Test Methods for Vulcanized Rubber and Thermoplastic Elastomers—Tension