Torque converter blade assembly with braced tab
US12196298B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 11, 2024 |
| Grant date | Jan 14, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 11, 2044 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16H41/26
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A blade assembly for a torque converter includes a shell extending annularly about an axis and defining an inner surface and a plurality of blades arranged around the inner surface of the shell. The plurality of blades each include a curved portion contacting the inner surface. The plurality of blades each further include a brace including a first leg and a second leg each extending circumferentially from the curved portion relative to the axis. The second leg is radially spaced from the first leg relative to the axis. The plurality of blades each further include a tab disposed radially between the first leg and the second leg relative to the axis. The tab extends axially from the curved portion relative to the axis.
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