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Centering sleeve for torque converter assembly

US12331817B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateSep 30, 2021
Grant dateJun 17, 2025
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Expiry dateSep 24, 2043

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  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF16D2250/0007
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

In one aspect, a centering sleeve is disclosed herein that includes a hub defining a central opening extending in an axial direction between a first axial end and a second axial end. At least one of the first axial end or the second axial end includes a plurality of fluid grooves on an axially outer surface. Both the first axial end and the second axial end can include the plurality of fluid grooves.

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