Torque converter assembly and method of operating the same
US10975943B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 9, 2019 |
| Grant date | Apr 13, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 4, 2039 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16H2045/0284
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A torque converter assembly configured to be connected between an engine and a transmission in a vehicle. The torque converter assembly comprises a cover plate, a pump, a turbine, a stator, and a clutch assembly operably connected between the cover plate and the turbine. The clutch assembly comprises a coverside plate, a turbine-side plate, and a piston located at least partially between the coverside plate and the turbine-side plate. A charge circuit is configured at least partially between the cover plate and the coverside plate, a compensation circuit is configured at least partially between the coverside plate and the piston, and an apply circuit is configured at least partially between the piston and the turbine-side plate.
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