Clutch seal plate sealed to torque converter
US11698113B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 8, 2022 |
| Grant date | Jul 11, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 8, 2042 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16H2045/0284
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A hybrid module includes a torque converter and a clutch assembly. The torque converter includes a front cover. The clutch assembly includes a piston axially spaced from the front cover. The piston is axially slidable to engage the clutch assembly. The clutch assembly further includes a seal plate non-rotatably connected to the front cover and sealed to the piston. A seal is compressed between the seal plate and the front cover.
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