Pirelli has developed a new smart tyre called Cyber Tyre, which communicates with 5G network and transmit data regarding the road surface.
The company explained on Monday that the Cyber Tyre detects and transmits real-time information related to less than optimal road surface conditions to the vehicle and others nearby through the network.
Pirelli, Ericsson, Audi, Tim, Italdesign and KTH together gave a demonstration on the roof of the Lingotto building showing how a vehicle equipped with the sensor-fitted Cyber Tyre and connected to the 5G network was able to transmit the risk of aquaplaning detected by the tyres to the following car.
The Pirelli Cyber Tyre is equipped with an internal sensor, which in future will supply the car with data relative to the tyre model, kilometres clocked, dynamic load and, for the first time, situations of potential danger on road surfaces, from the presence of water to poor grip, claims the company.
This information will enable the car to adapt its control and driving assistance systems, greatly improving the level of safety, comfort and performance.
