Hydrokinetic torque converter with lock-up clutch
US4199047A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 9, 1977 |
| Grant date | Apr 22, 1980 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 9, 1997 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16H2045/0294
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A hydrokinetic torque converter with an internal friction clutch wherein provision is made for actuating the clutch in response to changes in hydrokinetic torus circuit pressure and wherein provision also is made for engaging and disengaging the clutch by controlling the direction of fluid flow to and from the torus circuit of the converter.
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