Centering sleeve for torque converter assembly
US12331817B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 30, 2021 |
| Grant date | Jun 17, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 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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