This article is about making wheels. For structure of wheels, see Wheel. For creation of wire-spoked wheels, see Wheelbuilding.
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Wheel construction refers to the making of wheels. Construction of wire-spoked wheels is generally termed as wheelbuilding, so wheel construction refers to construction of non-wire wheels, e.g. wheels of cars and other heavier vehicles. Wheels are constructed in a wide variety of designs using different materials, but in the early 21st century, aluminum and steel are most often used, with steel-made wheels being heavier and more durable than aluminum wheels. The performance of a wheel depends on the alloy and technique used to construct it.[1] A wheel is usually made up of a rim, which connects with the tire, and a central disc, also known as the disc or spider, which connects the wheel to the vehicle.[2] Wheels are usually of two types: semi-drop center (SDC), used in trucks, and drop center (DC), used in other vehicles.[2]
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