Clutch assembly cover, method of making same, and optional heat management
US10054168B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 3, 2015 |
| Grant date | Aug 21, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 13, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16D2300/0212
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A clutch cover for use with virtually any combination of make and model of engine components and method of making the same is disclosed. The clutch cover is made by spin forming a sheet of metal and removing material as needed to coincide with the corresponding engine components. Therefore, the exact design of the cover including attaching holes and apertures related to release levers may be quickly and easily formed in the clutch cover. Furthermore, a heat management system is provided that includes the addition of fins or other apertures through the clutch cover to increase the air flow to reduce the temperature within the clutch cover to cool engine components.
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