Method for generating tire model

A computerized method for generating a finite element model of a pneumatic tire provided in the tread portion with a zero-degree band is disclosed. Firstly, a tire model is generated based on the finished tire shape in a tire vulcanization mold, wherein the tire model includes a model of a band ply. Secondary, a residual stress is computed and defined on each element of the band ply model. Then, a deformation calculation is made on the tire model.