NASA and Goodyear’s airless mesh tires took home the 2010 R&D Award. Each of these tires are “comprised of wire mesh and 800 independent load bearing springs.” Video demonstration after the break.

Made of metal mesh, these tires are immune to traditional tire-popping threats, like heat, cold or sharp objects.

[via GizmodoSlashGear]

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