Contour Measurement of Rubber Tread Using 3D Profilometry

In this application the Nanovea ST400 Profilometer is used to measure the surface and treads of a rubber tire. The surface area measured was selected at random, and was large enough that it could be extrapolated to make assumptions about a much larger surface. Contour dimensions, depth, surface roughness, and developed area will be used here to quantify the rubber’s characteristics.

Contour Measurement of Rubber Tread Using 3D Profilometry