Torque converter with floating hub
US12398793B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 25, 2024 |
| Grant date | Aug 26, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 25, 2044 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16H45/02
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A torque converter is provided that includes a front cover arranged to receive a torque, an impeller having an impeller shell non-rotatably connected to the cover, and a turbine in fluid communication with the impeller and including a turbine shell. A damper assembly is disposed axially between the front cover and the turbine shell. The damper assembly includes an output element including a first tooth; a cover plate disposed axially between the output element and the turbine shell; and a floating hub arranged to connect to a transmission input shaft. The cover plate is non-rotatably connected to the turbine shell. The floating hub includes a second tooth configured to rotationally engage the first tooth. The second tooth includes an extension disposed between the cover plate and the output element. The extension is configured to contact the output element to axially constrain the floating hub in a first axial direction.
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