Thrust washer assembly for a torque converter
US11181176B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 19, 2020 |
| Grant date | Nov 23, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 10, 2040 |
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- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16H2045/0221
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A turbine assembly includes a turbine shell, turbine hub, and a thrust washer. The turbine hub is coupled to the turbine shell via a fastener. The thrust washer is disposed on the turbine hub and includes at least one tab configured to contact the fastener. The fastener axially and radially retains the thrust washer on the turbine hub.
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