Dandelion-derived Rubber Promising for Aircraft Tires
Goodyear is joining a U.S. Department of Defense-led project to test a dandelion species as a natural rubber source for aircraft tires.
The roots of Taraxacum kok-saghyz, a species of dandelion known as TK, have proven to be a valuable alternative to natural rubber trees. (Photo: Farmed Materials)
The roots of Taraxacum kok-saghyz, a species of dandelion known as TK, have proven to be a valuable alternative to natural rubber trees. (Photo: Farmed Materials)